One of London''s most vital transport operations are currently seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to join a high-profile procurement function delivering essential procurement projects across a major operational business area.

• Role: Procurement Manager
• Duration: Initial 3-6 month contract
• Pay: Up to -420 p/day (Inside IR35 via Umbrella)
• Location: London
• Working Pattern: 2 days onsite

This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement specialist who enjoys taking ownership of end-to-end sourcing activities, influencing senior stakeholders, negotiating with suppliers and delivering compliant procurement strategies that drive real value.

Working within a busy procurement team, you''ll lead procurement projects from strategy development through to contract award and contract management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing procurement strategies and sourcing plans
• Running end-to-end tendering and sourcing exercises
• Drafting contract award papers and procurement documentation
• Managing supplier engagement and negotiations
• Supporting contract management activities
• Conducting market analysis and supplier evaluations
• Managing procurement pipelines and reporting
• Ensuring compliance with public sector procurement regulations
• Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers

In this role, you''ll partner with engineers, project managers and operational stakeholders to ensure procurement activities support critical business objectives.

Key Requirements:

• Experience within transport, infrastructure, utilities, engineering or other highly regulated sectors
• End-to-end procurement experience from strategy through to contract award
• Strong supplier negotiation skills
• Public sector procurement experience
• Contract management experience
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Experience working in regulated or complex environments
• Ability to manage multiple procurement projects simultaneously
• CIPS or RICS membership (or working towards)
• SAP experience
• Experience using e-procurement tools

If you''re a proactive Procurement Manager with strong commercial acumen, excellent negotiation skills and a track record of delivering compliant procurement outcomes, apply now!