Full job descriptionProcurement & Contract Manager – FTC
Are you an experienced procurement professional looking for a role offering flexible working and a strong benefits package?
We are looking for a Procurement & Contract Manager to lead and deliver procurement and contract management activity across the organisation. This is a varied role combining strategic and operational procurement, supplier management, contract governance and commercial support.
Location: Oxfordshire – Mainly Home Based (you will be based in or close to Oxfordshire)
Contract: Fixed Term Contract until March 2028
Hours: 30 hours per week, paid for 37.5 hours
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000
Benefits: 16% pension contribution (including 12% employer contribution) | 23 days holiday
Overview of the Role
*Leading end-to-end procurement and competitive tender exercises.
*Developing procurement strategies and ensuring compliance with the Procurement Act 2023.
*Managing contracts throughout their lifecycle, including extensions, variations and renewals.
*Managing supplier performance, KPIs and relationships.
*Providing expert procurement and commercial advice to managers and senior leaders.
*Identifying opportunities for cost savings, efficiencies and improved value for money.
*Managing procurement risks, governance and compliance.
*Supporting social value and sustainability objectives through procurement.
*Preparing reports, business cases and governance papers for senior stakeholders and Boards.
About You
*Proven experience within procurement, commercial or contract management.
*Experience leading end-to-end procurement exercises and tender processes.
*Strong contract management and supplier performance experience.
*Knowledge of public sector procurement principles and ideally the Procurement Act 2023.
*Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
*Strong analytical, organisational and project management abilities.
*Experience managing multiple procurement projects in a fast-paced environment.
*CIPS Level 4 or equivalent procurement qualification is desirable.
What’s on Offer?
*FTC until March 2028
*30-hour working week, paid for 37.5 hours
*16% pension contribution – including 12% employer contribution
*23 days holiday
*Mainly home-based working
*A varied procurement and contract management role with significant stakeholder exposure
*Opportunity to contribute to social value, sustainability and organisational objectives