Job Description:

JRRL have an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Manager to join our client in Orpington.  You will work within a small team across multiple clients; you will support the Senior Management Team with all aspects of the procurement process and governance.

Duties for the Procurement Manager:

• Take the lead in managing and supporting clients in creating procurement strategies for specific projects from inception to completion of the process.
• Preparation of full procurement document suites including contract folders, preliminaries, specifications, KPIs and price frameworks, with support from the wider team.
• Extensive project communication throughout all stages including clarifications, client liaison, assessment summaries etc.
• Manage technical marking processes including panel training, facilitation, and chairing of moderation sessions, including interviews.
• Prepare and deliver accurate reports in accordance with the appropriate timeframe.
• Data and pricing analysis.

Person Specification for the Procurement Manager:

• Substantial experience within project management and demonstratable experience of public sector procurement, notably the Procurement Act 2023.
• Conversant in high contract value processes.
• Experience of managing multiple projects.
• Working towards CIPS (desirable)
• PRINCE 2 qualified (desirable)

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000pa (dependant on experience)

The Procurement Manager is a full-time permanent position. The salary range reflects the candidate's level of experience. The lower end of the band is suited for individuals who may require additional training to meet the role's requirements, while the higher end is for candidates who possess the exact skills and experience outlined above.