Deputy Head of Procurement

Nottinghamshire Police; Arnold; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional police department in the UK is seeking a Deputy Head of Procurement to lead procurement activities and ensure compliance with public sector procurement regulations. This role involves developing team capabilities, managing projects, and building strong internal relationships. The ideal candidate will have significant procurement experience in the public sector, leadership skills, and a degree-level qualification. Benefits include competitive leave and access to on-site facilities like a gym.

Benefits

24 days of annual leave including bank holidays

Wellbeing and support networks

On-site gym and canteen

Qualifications

• Solid experience in procurement, especially in the public sector and UK regulations.
• Proven ability to lead and manage projects effectively.
• Ability to communicate well with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead important buying exercises and guide the team on procurement rules.
• Build strong relationships across the organisation.
• Coach and develop colleagues for commercial excellence.

Skills

Experience in procurement

Project management

Excellent communication

Leadership skills

Education

Degree level education or equivalent

MCIPS or equivalent experience

Job description

🌟 We're Hiring: Deputy Head of Procurement

What you’ll do

• Lead important buying exercises and guide the team on public-sector procurement rules.
• Build strong relationships across the organisation.
• Coach and develop colleagues and set a clear direction for commercial excellence.
• Be our go-to advisor on procurement law and policy.
• Manage projects and resources to deliver results on time.
• Step in for the Head of Commercial and Contract Management when needed and represent us regionally and nationally.

What we’re looking for

• Solid experience in procurement, especially in the public sector and UK regulations.
• Proven people leadership and the ability to juggle priorities.
• Project management know-how.
• Great communication skills and a customer-focused mindset.
• MCIPS (or equivalent experience) and degree-level education (or equivalent).
• Be part of a team that delivers an outstanding service
• 24 days of annual leave including bank holidays (increasing with length of service)
• Access to wellbeing and support networks
• On-site facilities like a gym and canteen

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