Procurement Buying Service Manager

Client:

Liverpool City Council (LCC) is a dynamic and forward-thinking local government organisation committed to serving the vibrant communities of Liverpool. As one of the largest employers in the region, LCC play a crucial role in shaping the city’s future and delivering essential services that enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors.

Role:

Following a large-scale transformation project, a number of new opportunities were identified within LCC’s Procurement Team, including a Procurement Buying Service Manager. As the Procurement Buying Service Manager, you will manage and support a team responsible for lower monetary value and less complex procurement activity that will deliver value and compliance through lean process and procedure. You will also engage proactively with local markets, SME, and VCSE organisations to drive Social Value Policy and outcomes.

Duties will include;

• Lead and support a team of procurement professionals to deliver a plan of low risk and potentially lower value procurement activity
• Identify and establish relationships with suppliers or vendors who can provide the required goods or services at a competitive price
• Ensure that all procurement activities comply with relevant policies/procedures/frameworks
• Assess and mitigate any risks - supply chain disruptions, quality issues, or delivery delays
• Identify opportunities to streamline and improve process efficiencies
• Achieve cost savings and avoid unnecessary expenditures
• Work with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement requirements and ensure contract compliance
• Manage a small team day to day and act as key escalation point
• Monitor financial performance and deliver within budget

Person:

The successful Procurement Buying Service Manager;

• MCIPS, working towards or equivalent level of relevant experience
• Experience of managing a procurement team
• Track record in delivering against targets
• Problem solving and negotiating skills
• Understanding of sourcing methodologies

Please note that direct approaches and speculative CV's will be directed to Castlefield Recruitment to be included in the recruitment process.