Interim Head of Procurement

  • Plymouth
  • Morgan Law

One of Morgan Law’s public sector clients requires an Interim Head of Procurement to oversee the development of procurement strategies and ensure that procurement supports organisational objectives in line with governance.

Job Profile:

  • Develop and implement a procurement strategy that delivers value, efficiency and innovation in alignment with the organisation’s corporate plan
  • Provide procurement and legal guidance and advice on all matters associated with the UK procurement regulations
  • Lead on the negotiation of contract terms for high risk and or high value contracts to ensure delivery of value for money
  • Develop a collaborative approach to procurement across all departments and spend categories
  • Review organisational spend categories and provide risk mitigation advice to the organisation
  • Establish best in class procurement and ensure this is implemented across the organisation

Person Specification:

  • Detailed knowledge of procurement under UK procurement regulations
  • Previous public sector procurement experience
  • Track record managing procurement staff
  • MCIPS Qualified or qualified by experience

This role offers a flexible work pattern.