Average Procurement Manager salary in Cambridge

Do you have procurement experience, and are you seeking a new job in Cambridge? Deerfoot IT Recruitment is helping a local authority find a full-time Contract IT Procurement Manager, and the hybrid role comes with a salary based on a rate of up to £30 per hour and excellent benefits. This position is a six-month contract with potential for extension. As a IT Procurement Manager, you will work in the procurement and commercial team, having responsibility for a range of procurements valued over £100,000. You will be responsible for delivering compliant procurements that achieve value for money and high quality outcomes. To give you an idea of how this flexible role would look and feel, here are some of the things you could expect to do: Plan and deliver effective procurement processes that are compliant with all relevant legislationAct as a subject matter expert and work proactively with service areas to ensure that procurement documentation and processes are fit for purposeWork with Procurement and Commercial colleagues to develop documentationDevelop processes within the e-tendering system. To apply for this IT Procurement Manager role, your soft skills, expertise and experience should include: Knowledge and understanding of UK public sector procurement regulationsExtensive technical and practical knowledge of the regulation framework which local authorities operate withinKnowledge of procurement systems in a public-sector procurement teamSupplier relationship management and market segmentation knowledge. As a vital member of the team and in return for your expertise, inclusive approach and commitment, you'll receive a salary based on an hourly rate of £20.00 to £30.00 and the chance to join a passionate and welcoming team. Please get in touch with Deerfoot IT Recruitment team today to apply for this hybrid full-time IT Procurement Manager position. We'd love to help you get your next role and enable you to fulfil your professional ambitions. Deerfoot IT Resources Ltd is one of the UK's leading IT Recruitment Agencies, trusted by many of the UK's leading employers. Established in 1997, we have over 25 years of experience as IT Recruitment Specialists. We will never send your CV anywhere without your authorisation and only after you have seen the complete details of this opportunity. Deerfoot is acting as an employment agency for permanent hires and an employment business for contingency hires. Each time Deerfoot sends a CV to a recruiting client, we donate £1 to The Born Free Foundation (1070906). Deerfoot is also climate-positive in partnership with Ecologi. Deerfoot IT Resources Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Salt Recruitment's Local Government client in East Anglia needs an IT Procurement Officer for a six month contract to start ASAP. In this contract you will be required to work onsite two or three times per week. The Procurement Manager works in the Council's Procurement and Commercial Team, having responsibility for a range of procurements valued over £100,000. The post holder will be responsible for delivering compliant procurements which achieve value for money and high quality outcomes. Main Accountabilities Plan and deliver effective procurement processes that are compliant with the Council's Contract Procedure Rules, the Public Contract Regulations/Procurement Act and any other relevant legislation. This will involve interpretation of law and guidance to recommend relevant courses of action to service areas. Acting as subject matter experts, work proactively with service areas to ensure that procurement documentation and processes are fit for purpose. Work with Procurement and Commercial colleagues to develop documentation and processes as required. Prepare appropriate and quality procurement documentation using the templates available to ensure that procurement processes are transparent and proportionate. Applicants are welcome to apply directly to Harry, the Consultant leading recuitment for this position - .

We are currently recruiting for a Procurement Specialist to join a leading organisation in the entertainment industry. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment and a chance to leverage your expertise in indirect procurement to have a significant impact on our client's success. You'll collaborate with the Head of Procurement and wider procurement team to drive excellence in purchasing practices, ensuring optimal value for the organisation. Position: Procurement Specialist (12-month fixed term contract) Location: Cambridgeshire / Hybrid Responsibilities of the Procurement Specialist: Continuously evaluate current suppliers to maximise value for money.Manage end-to-end procurement processes for key categories such as software, marketing, and facilities.Cultivate and nurture relationships with suppliers, vendors, and stakeholders.Drive negotiations for contracts to secure favourable terms for goods and services.Collaborate with the Head of Procurement on high-level spend.Lead research for potential vendors and prepare purchasing reports.Play a pivotal role in achieving departmental savings through rigorous cost analysis and innovative solutions. Previous Experience Desired: Broad procurement experience, particularly in indirect spend.Proficiency in vendor sourcing practices and a knack for uncovering hidden value.Strong analytical skills, including the ability to generate insightful financial reports.Previous success in managing RFP processes to drive competitive supplier bids.Proven negotiation prowess and a commitment to cost-saving initiatives.Ability to foster positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Solutions-oriented mindset This role would be suitable for applicants with experience of purchasing, procurement or supply chain in roles such as Buyer, Senior Buyer, Category Manager or Category Specialist.