Strategic Procurement Manager needed in Surrey Paying  £500 per day ref 140141

Full time hours on a temporary basis

 Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver strategic procurement plans with a two-year planning horizon for a major spend category.
• Lead complex, high-value procurement and commercial projects from concept through to contract award and implementation.
• Manage procurement exercises covering goods, services, and works contracts, often with values ranging from £50m to £100m.
• Ensure compliance with Public Procurement Regulations, Procurement Standing Orders, and relevant legislation.
• Advise Directors, Heads of Service, and senior stakeholders on procurement strategy, commercial opportunities, and routes to market.
• Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and value for money through effective procurement solutions.
• Deliver social value objectives through procurement activity in line with policies.
• Lead category management activities including market analysis, commercial assessments, supplier engagement, and strategic sourcing.
• Monitor project delivery, procurement benefits, savings, and outcomes, ensuring these are accurately reported.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal clients, suppliers, elected members, and external partners.
• Represent the organisation at regional and national procurement forums and industry events.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of procurement services across the partnership.

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to [email protected] quoting the reference number. 

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