ABOUT US

The Council is looking for a person to join the Procurement and Commercial team for our new chapter. We are looking for a person with Digital & ICT category experience, who can demonstrate the right commercial acumen, confidence to disrupt traditional thinking and enthusiasm to make a difference. The Council operates within central Wolverhampton but opportunities for flexible and agile working will be considered.
Located in the heart of the city of Wolverhampton, we offer a modernised working environment with great transport links, a wide-ranging staff benefits scheme, competitive salary and flexible working hours.

CANDIDATE EXPERIENCE

We’re looking for someone with strong procurement expertise and a track record of delivering results in a complex environment. Ideally, you’ll bring:

• Experience working at a senior level in procurement
• Proven ability to lead strategic projects and manage change
• Strong understanding of tender processes and contract management
• Confidence in providing commercial and procurement advice
• Familiarity with e-procurement systems and supplier relationship management
• Experience working collaboratively across teams and agencies
• For a full breakdown of the experience required, please refer to the Job Description.

QUALIFICATIONS

Level 6 Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply via examination and Member of Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (MCIPs) or studying towards level 6
Or
A Category specific relevant degree
Including where applicable continued professional membership of the relative awarding body.
Should you wish to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Parvinder Uppal, Head of Procurement and Commercial 01902 554029 or email parvinder.uppal@wolverhampton.gov.uk.

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION & SUPPORT

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For full details of the responsibilities and requirements of this role please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Should you wish to discuss this opportunity further, please contact
Parvinder Uppal, Head of Procurement and Commercial 01902 554029 or email parvinder.uppal@wolverhampton.gov.uk.

OUR WORKING ARRANGEMENTS

All council roles are allocated to either a fixed, field or flexible work style. Some roles are agile which enable and empower employees to maximise their performance and productivity, whilst maintaining a healthy work life balance. Roles with a fixed workstyle work in a fixed permanent council location. Roles with a field workstyle are usually allocated where employees are required to be out working in the community with a minimum requirement for ‘touch down’ space at any council location. Roles with a flexible workstyle have a flexible base location to meet the needs of the business and employees can work from a mixture of home or any council office, partner/client, or external location, as required to meet service requirements.
Please refer to the Job Description for further information on the workstyle assigned to the role you are applying for.
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An opportunity has arisen for a Procurement Professional to join the team as Procurement Business Partner with a focus on the Digital & ICT category.
The role will require an individual with in-depth knowledge of Public Contract Regulations 2015, Procurement Act 2023 and procurement best practice.