Procurement and Contracts Manager

Join London Fire Brigade as a Senior Procurement and Contracts Manager
Location: LFB Headquarters, Central London (a short walk from London Bridge and Southwark stations)
Contract: 12-month fixed term, full-time (35 hours per week, Monday to Friday)
Working Pattern: Hybrid (2 days in the office)
Salary: £45,485 – £57,242 per annum (depending on experience) + generous benefits
Potential for Extension or Permanent Appointment

Are you an experienced procurement professional looking to make a meaningful impact? London Fire Brigade (LFB) is seeking a dynamic Senior Procurement and Contracts Manager to join our Professional Services Category team on a 12-month fixed-term contract, with the possibility of extension or a permanent role.

In this pivotal role, you’ll lead the sourcing strategy and contract management for Fire Safety Training. You’ll be responsible for:

• Developing and delivering compliant public contract sourcing plans and awards
• Managing supplier performance and risk
• Conducting market analysis and shaping multi-year category plans
• Promoting the use of procurement data analytics and management information
• Engaging proactively with stakeholders to ensure timely resolution of issues and delivery against performance targets

We’re looking for someone with:

• Strong knowledge of public contracts regulations (including awareness of the upcoming Procurement Act 2023)
• A solid understanding of sourcing and contract award methodologies, particularly within training and development
• The ability to work flexibly within a team and adapt to shifting priorities to meet deadlines

Why Join LFB?

We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment, along with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (including a Christmas–New Year closure)
• Optional Absence Scheme (potentially adding up to 12 extra days’ leave)
• Hybrid working model
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to medical and welfare support services
• Professional development and mentoring opportunities
• Season ticket loans and cycle-to-work scheme
• Equality support groups and more

If you have the experience and drive to thrive in this role, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now for immediate consideration.