Procurement Manager - Repairs and Maintenance Location: London Local Authority Rate: £57.02 per hour (Umbrella) Contract: 6-month initial contract, strong possibility of extension Hours: Full-time About the Role We are supporting a London local authority in recruiting an experienced Procurement Manager to lead procurement and contract management activities across their Repairs and Maintenance service. This pivotal role ensures the effective commissioning and delivery of works and services that support safe, well-maintained homes and corporate buildings. You will provide strategic procurement leadership, ensure compliance with Public Contracts Regulations (PCR 2015) and Council Standing Orders, and help drive value for money, service improvement and social value across a broad portfolio including responsive repairs, voids, disrepair, damp and mould, and out-of-hours emergency services. Key Responsibilities 1. Procurement Strategy and Delivery Develop and deliver procurement strategies for repairs, maintenance and building services contracts. Lead end-to-end tendering activity, including drafting specifications, evaluating submissions and awarding contracts in line with legislation and council policies. Identify opportunities for innovation, efficiency, cost savings and enhanced social value. 2. Contract Management and Supplier Performance Support operational teams in managing key contractors across repairs, voids, disrepair and related service areas. Monitor supplier pe