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Strategic Procurement Manager

Job Posted: 22 hours ago

Salary: £ 70,000 - 75,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Chatham, Kent

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Are you a dynamic procurement leader ready to drive strategic value, compliance, and continuous improvement across a forward-thinking housing group?

This role heads up the procurement function, manages a team of four, with the mission to develop and embed a high-performing contract management culture.

Reporting directly to the Assistant Director of Finance & Treasury, you will take overall ownership of the procurement and insurance strategies for the organisation.

You will guide the organisation through the evolving public sector landscape, ensuring value for money, compliance with the Procurement Regulations 2024, and seamless execution across all spend thresholds.

This role is based out of the HQ at Chatham, Kent with some options for home working. Salary circa £70-75,000 plus excellent benefits package that includes generous holiday allowance.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and deliver robust procurement, insurance, and contract management strategies across the business.
Lead, mentor, and empower a team of 4 direct reports.
Present key tender strategies to the leadership team and the Board.
Oversee purchase-to-pay systems, internal controls, and procurement training.
Drive service improvements, complaint resolutions, and continuous learning.

What You’ll Bring

Qualifications: MCIPS (fully or part-qualified) or equivalent qualification.
Experience: Proven leadership within a public or regulated procurement environment.
Skills: Strong analytical capabilities, deep knowledge of the Procurement Regulations 2024, and exceptional stakeholder management skills.
Leadership: A persuasive, detail-oriented mindset with the ability to motivate teams and navigate complex priorities.

Help us deliver quality homes and services across Kent communities while driving meaningful change and innovation in procurement activities. Apply today to shape the future of procurement

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