Interim Procurement Manager

• x 2 Interim Procurement Manager positions vacant
• January start date, Hybrid working pattern

About Our Client

Our client is delivering one of the UK's most ambitious infrastructure programmes, with capital investment exceeding £700 million. They are committed to driving innovation, sustainability, and social value through every stage of their projects. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation at a pivotal stage of its procurement strategy.

Job Description

Key responsibilities include

• Lead end-to-end procurement for major infrastructure projects.
• Develop and test procurement documentation and assessment models.
• Engage with external advisors to enhance strategy and ensure best practice.
• Influence stakeholders and suppliers to deliver outcomes that meet technical, financial, and social value objectives.
• Ensure compliance with regulated utilities frameworks and procurement legislation.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Interim Procurement Manager should have:

• Qualified procurement professionals with experience in regulated utilities (UCR, Ofwat, DPC), PCR2015 and PA23.
• Commercial and contract managers familiar with DBF and CAP models.
• Specialists in stakeholder engagement, sustainability, and supply chain evaluation.
• Project Procurement Specialists for greenfield or brownfield requirements.
• Proven experience in procurement for large-scale infrastructure projects (utilities, construction, highways, rail, PFI).
• Strong understanding of capital projects and ability to manage procurement at significant scale.
• MCIPS qualification or equivalent experience.

What's on Offer

• Daily rate between £500 and £600, depending on experience.
• 6 months duration.
• Hybrid working - 1 day in Cardiff per week.
• Opportunity to work on impactful public sector construction projects in Cardiff.

Contact

Eleanor Shanks

Quote job ref

JN-102025-6861253

Phone number

+441618286210