The Role
You will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering procurement strategies that ensure compliant, value-driven and outcomes-focused services. Working closely with commissioning teams and stakeholders, you will manage end-to-end procurement processes and drive innovation across complex social care markets.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and deliver procurements across Adult Social Care (e.g. domiciliary care, residential care, supported living)
* Provide strategic procurement advice to commissioners and senior stakeholders
* Ensure compliance with public sector procurement regulations and internal governance
* Develop sourcing strategies that support quality, sustainability, and value for money
* Manage supplier engagement, tender processes, and contract negotiations
* Support contract mobilisation and continuous improvement initiatives
About You
* Proven experience in public sector procurement, ideally within Social Care
* Strong knowledge of procurement legislation and best practice
* Ability to manage complex, high-value procurements independently
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Salary description
£500.00 - £550.00 per day