Interim Senior Procurement Officer (Transport & Highways)

Interim Senior Procurement Officer (Transport & Highways)

3 - 6 Month Contract | Immediate Start
£500 per day
Inside IR35 (via umbrella)
South West - Hybrid Working

CVs are being reviewed immediately and interviews will be taking place as soon as suitable applications are received.

Are you an experienced procurement professional ready to step into a high impact assignment from day one? As an Interim Senior Procurement Officer – Highways and Transport, you will play a pivotal role in delivering critical transport procurement projects, helping to secure essential services that support local communities. This is an opportunity to take ownership of complex, high value procurements, influence key stakeholders and drive compliant, strategic outcomes within a fast paced local government environment.

You will join a busy team with an urgent requirement for specialist procurement expertise, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives on delivering results, managing competing priorities and providing trusted advice to senior stakeholders.

Your Role as Interim Senior Procurement Officer – Highways and Transport:

• Lead end-to-end procurement activity across school transport and public transport contracts
• Manage complex tender processes, supplier engagement, evaluation and contract award activities
• Ensure compliance with the Procurement Act 2023, public procurement regulations and governance requirements
• Provide expert procurement advice, risk management support and strategic guidance to internal stakeholders
• Support the development of frameworks, dynamic purchasing systems and robust contract management arrangements

Your Previous Experience as Interim Senior Procurement Officer – Highways and Transport:

• Proven public sector procurement experience within a local authority environment
• Strong working knowledge of public procurement legislation and NEC contract forms
• Previous experience delivering transport related procurements, including school and public transport contracts
• Ability to manage multiple priority projects whilst meeting demanding deadlines
• MCIPS qualification or equivalent procurement expertise would be highly advantageous

This assignment offers the chance to make an immediate impact on strategically important projects while working in a flexible hybrid environment. You will be joining a team that values expertise, collaboration and proactive problem solving, giving you the opportunity to showcase your procurement knowledge and deliver meaningful outcomes from the outset.

If you're interested in discussing this Interim Senior Procurement Officer – Highways and Transport opportunity in more detail or know someone who may be suitable, please apply today.

We offer a referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation, so please do get in touch.

Our client is committed to creating and evolving a diverse workforce and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant. Recruiting decisions are based on experience, skills and potential. Reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process will be fully supported
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed