Procurement Manager

Northamptonshire Permanent | Full Time | 37 hours per week £41,086 – £47,971 per annum (DOE & qualifications)

About the Role - 

We are supporting a well-established organisation in Northamptonshire who are seeking a motivated and experienced Procurement Manager to join their finance and procurement function.

This is an exciting opportunity for a procurement professional with strong public sector experience to lead on strategic procurement activity, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive value-for-money outcomes across the organisation.

You will play a key role in shaping procurement approaches, managing supplier relationships, and guiding colleagues on best practice and compliance.

Key Responsibilities - 

Manage end-to-end procurement activity in line with internal policies and public sector regulations (including PCR 2023) Develop and implement procurement strategies that deliver value, efficiency, and sustainability Lead supplier relationship management and contract negotiations Monitor procurement performance and identify opportunities for cost savings Maintain accurate contract records and manage the contracts database Provide guidance, training, and support on procurement processes to internal stakeholders

About You - 

To be successful in this role, you will have:

CIPS Level 5–6 (or working towards) Strong experience in public sector procurement, including tenders, frameworks, and compliance with PCR regulations Excellent commercial and negotiation skills Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and data tools Confident communicator, able to advise, influence, and support non-specialist stakeholders Highly organised, detail-focused, and able to prioritise effectively Experience managing contracts databases and overseeing procurement systems

What’s on Offer - 

£41,086 – £47,971 per annum (depending on experience) 27 days annual leave + bank holidays People’s pension scheme Retail & leisure discounts Excellent professional development & training opportunities A supportive, collaborative working environment