Procurement and Contracts Manager

Procurement and Contract Manager

Location: Sutton (Hybrid Working)Salary: c.£49-52K + excellent benefits Contract: Permanent Full-Time

About the Role

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Procurement and Contract Manager to join an established, multi-site public sector organisation.

This is a key role within a small and collaborative procurement function, where you will support the delivery of strategic procurement initiatives and lead on a wide range of projects, particularly across Estates and Facilities Management, including capital works.

This is a hybrid role, with a requirement to attend the Sutton head office a minimum of three days per week, alongside occasional travel to sites across London and the South East, full driving license essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of procurement strategy, policies, and best practice
• Lead end-to-end procurement activity, including formal tender processes (ITTs)
• Manage procurement across Estates & Facilities, including capital works projects
• Develop and maintain a Preferred Supplier List
• Ensure effective contract management, monitoring performance against SLAs and KPIs
• Deliver value for money, cost savings, and service improvements
• Conduct benchmarking, spend analysis, and due diligence
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities

About You

• Proven experience in public sector procurement and contract management
• Strong understanding of procurement regulations, including the Procurement Act 2023
• Experience running complex tenders and managing supplier relationships
• Strong analytical and financial skills (spend analysis, benchmarking)
• Confident communicator with excellent stakeholder engagement skills
• Proficient in MS Office and e-tendering platforms (e.g. MyTender or similar)
• Hands-on, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• MCIPs (or working toward) is preferred

What's in It for You?

• Competitive salary with London weighting
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Generous annual leave plus additional closure days
• Excellent pension scheme with life cover
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Strong opportunities for career progression within a large organisation
• Wellbeing support, including Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced parental leave schemes
• Additional benefits including cycle to work scheme, season ticket loans, and retail/gym discounts

Apply Now

If you're a procurement professional looking to take on a visible, impactful role within a values-driven public sector environment, we'd love to hear from you.