Procurement Manager

SF Recruitment are working with a leading framework provider to recruit a procurement manager. Role is generaly remote but with freqent travel to organisations that are based in the southwest & south wales so applicants MUST be based in this area.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Procurement Manager to join our team within a collaborative, forward-thinking public sector organisation. We're looking for someone who can lead effectively within a dynamic, matrix environment - a strategic thinker who embraces innovation, builds strong relationships, and delivers tangible results.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Procurement Manager, you will:

• Act as the main point of contact for our procurement services across the region, gathering and sharing insights from clients to continually enhance our frameworks and offerings.
• Build strong partnerships with suppliers and appointed contractors to ensure a clear understanding of client needs for both general and project-specific procurement.
• Provide comprehensive support to public sector clients throughout their procurement and project delivery cycles.
• Develop and maintain an informed understanding of the construction and building materials market, monitoring trends and sector developments that may influence regional procurement activity.
• Ensure full compliance with public procurement legislation, offering guidance and advice to internal teams, clients, and suppliers.
• Promote best practice and innovative procurement solutions to maintain a competitive edge within the framework and construction procurement sectors.
• Collaborate closely with the central procurement team to ensure frameworks are best-in-class, relevant, and aligned with client requirements.
• Build and maintain strong, credible relationships with regional clients to support organisational goals and long-term success.

We're looking for a confident and proactive professional who can demonstrate:

• Experience delivering regulated procurements for public sector bodies.
• Strong understanding of public procurement best practice and regulatory frameworks
• Experience using Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems or other procurement databases.
• Familiarity with the public sector and/or social housing landscape.
• Awareness or experience in the construction, refurbishment, and maintenance sectors.
• Proven capability in using e-tendering systems, managing the full lifecycle of procurement documents, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and internal procedures.