Procurement and Commercial Partner
Core
Lead complex strategic procurement and commercial activities for goods, works, and services across collaborative local councils.
Role type
Senior Procurement and Commercial Partner
Builds
Best-value contracts, procurement strategies, tender documentation, and commercial arrangements for local government.
Domain
Public sector / Local government
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, contract management, tendering, negotiation, procurement governance, risk allocation, stakeholder engagement, compliance, training delivery
Preferred skills
CIPS certification, experience in local government or public sector, ability to influence leaders
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Lead complex procurement activities from planning to contract establishment; Develop procurement strategies and performance measures; Provide strategic advice on tendering and supplier performance; Represent councils in supplier negotiations; Build procurement capability through training and guidance
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
