Interim Procurement Officer

We are seeking an experienced Interim Procurement Officer to oversee procurement strategies and drive value across IT categories within the public sector. This temporary role is based in the West Midlands and offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful projects.\n\nClient Details\n\nThe employer is a public sector organisation operating within a large and structured framework. They focus on delivering essential services and ensuring efficient procurement processes to meet organisational goals.\n\nDescription\n\nDevelop and implement category management strategies for IT procurement.\nIdentify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining service quality.\nConduct market analysis to inform procurement decisions and strategies.\nManage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts effectively.\nEnsure compliance with public sector procurement regulations and guidelines.\nCollaborate with stakeholders to align procurement goals with organisational objectives.\nMonitor performance metrics and provide regular reports on category performance.\nSupport the delivery of IT procurement projects within agreed timelines and budgets.Profile\n\nA successful Interim Category Manager - IT should have:\n\nProven expertise in IT procurement and category management.\nStrong knowledge of public sector procurement regulations and processes.\nExcellent negotiation and supplier management skills.\nAbility to analyse market trends and apply insights to procurement strategies.\nExceptional organisational and project management abilities.\nStrong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.\nA relevant professional qualification in procurement,Job Offer\n\nCompetitive daily rate of GBP 350 to GBP 385.\nOpportunity to work on impactful IT procurement projects.\nTemporary position offering flexibility in a public sector environment.This is an excellent opportunity for an Interim Procurement Officer to make a meaningful contribution to the public sector.