Procurement Manager
Content + Source + Freshness • 18 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
High value placement due to the strategic nature of the role, solid career growth potential, and involvement in significant public-sector procurement activities.
- Lead strategic procurement initiatives across public sector
- Engagement in construction and building materials market
- Flexibility and opportunity for innovation
Pros
- Engagement with public sector organizations
- Opportunity to lead procurement strategies in construction
- Flexibility to influence and shape procurement frameworks
Cons
- Frequent travel may be required
- Complexity of public sector regulations can be challenging
- Fixed-term contract may imply less job security
Who it's for
Mid to Senior-Level • Remote with travel
Good fit
- Experienced procurement managers
- Individuals versed in public sector operations
- Strategic thinkers with a clear vision for procurement
Not recommended for
- Entry-level candidates without relevant experience
- Individuals preferring office-only roles
- Those averse to regulatory complexities
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
SF Recruitment are working with a leading framework provider to recruit a procurement manager. Role is generaly remote but with freqent travel to organisations that are based in the southwest & south wales so applicants MUST be based in this area.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Procurement Manager to join our team within a collaborative, forward-thinking public sector organisation. We're looking for someone who can lead effectively within a dynamic, matrix environment - a strategic thinker who embraces innovation, builds strong relationships, and delivers tangible results.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Procurement Manager, you will:
- Act as the main point of contact for our procurement services across the region, gathering and sharing insights from clients to continually enhance our frameworks and offerings.
- Build strong partnerships with suppliers and appointed contractors to ensure a clear understanding of client needs for both general and project-specific procurement.
- Provide comprehensive support to public sector clients throughout their procurement and project delivery cycles.
- Develop and maintain an informed understanding of the construction and building materials market, monitoring trends and sector developments that may influence regional procurement activity.
- Ensure full compliance with public procurement legislation, offering guidance and advice to internal teams, clients, and suppliers.
- Promote best practice and innovative procurement solutions to maintain a competitive edge within the framework and construction procurement sectors.
- Collaborate closely with the central procurement team to ensure frameworks are best-in-class, relevant, and aligned with client requirements.
- Build and maintain strong, credible relationships with regional clients to support organisational goals and long-term success.
We're looking for a confident and proactive professional who can demonstrate:
- Experience delivering regulated procurements for public sector bodies.
- Strong understanding of public procurement best practice and regulatory frameworks
- Experience using Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems or other procurement databases.
- Familiarity with the public sector and/or social housing landscape.
- Awareness or experience in the construction, refurbishment, and maintenance sectors.
- Proven capability in using e-tendering systems, managing the full lifecycle of procurement documents, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and internal procedures.
