Interim Indirect Procurement Manager

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Lead – Indirects to manage a range of procurement activities across indirect services and other services supporting wider organisational requirements.This is a 12-month contract covering a temporary period.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver procurement activities in compliance with public sector regulations and internal processes.

• Develop and implement procurement strategies that drive value for money across indirect categories.

• Manage the full procurement lifecycle for indirect services, including tendering, evaluation, and supplier recommendations.

• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure procurement objectives are delivered on time.

• Identify and communicate risks or issues that may affect procurement timelines or outcomes.

• Ensure procurement documentation, compliance, and reporting meet internal and regulatory standards.

About You

You will be a skilled procurement professional with significant public sector experience and expertise in indirect services.

Essential skills and experience:

• Minimum 10 years’ procurement experience, including 5+ years in public sector procurement.

• Experience in managing indirect services procurement, including FM, Technology, and Marketing.

• Proven ability to deliver complex, high-value procurements.

• Strong knowledge of procurement regulations, tendering processes, and supplier management.

• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

• Ability to embed quickly into teams and manage workloads to meet tight deadlines.

Contract Details

• Location: Central Manchester

• Working pattern: Hybrid – minimum 2 days per week in office

• Duration: 12 months (temporary / maternity cover)

• Rate: Up to £450 per day (Inside IR35)

• Start: ASAP

• Expenses: Office/travel expenses not reimbursed

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