Interim Senior Procurement Officer

Job Description

4 months contract with a local authority

• We are seeking an experienced Interim Senior Assets & Property Procurement Officer to lead urgent and complex procurements. This role is crucial in supporting the delivery of high-value contracts for property management during a critical transition period. The primary purpose of this recruitment is to find a skilled procurement officer with expertise in property management. This position supports strategic procurements, including managing agents for farms, hotels, and industrial units (must be PA23);
  
  lease management and lettings; and fire strategies & risk assessments.

• Manage end-to-end procurement processes for property-related contracts, including repairs, planned maintenance, compliance testing, and construction projects.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with UK public procurement regulations, the Procurement Act 2023, and local authority standing orders.
• Prepare tender documentation, lead supplier engagement, and oversee evaluation and award processes.
• Advise internal stakeholders on procurement strategy, risk management, and contract compliance for property and asset services.
• Oversee supplier performance and manage contractual obligations, including KPIs and SLAs.
• Support the development and delivery of frameworks and dynamic purchasing systems for property maintenance and construction services.

• Proven experience in public sector procurement, ideally within property, housing, or construction in a local authority setting.
• Strong knowledge of UK procurement legislation and contract forms (JCT, NEC).
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects under tight deadlines.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills.
• Immediate availability and ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.

• MCIPS or equivalent procurement qualification.
• Experience delivering social value and sustainability objectives in procurement.
• Familiarity with e-tendering platforms and contract management systems.

• Hybrid working model (minimum 2 days in office per week).
• Some travel across the local authority’s property estate may be required.

The role closes on 31st Jan 2026, apply ASAP.

We are seeking an experienced Interim Senior Assets & Property Procurement Officer to lead urgent and complex procurements. This role will support the delivery of high-value contracts for property management during a critical period of transition. The primary purpose of the recruitment is a skilled procurement officer with an understanding of property management.