ABOUT THE CANDIDATE

We’re seeking a confident, experienced procurement professional who thrives in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment. You’ll bring a strong track record of delivering strategic procurement initiatives and a passion for public value.

You’ll need:

• Significant experience in procurement and contract management.
• MCIPS qualification (or equivalent experience).
• Strong commercial acumen and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex procurement processes.
• In-depth knowledge of UK procurement legislation and public sector governance.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

In return, you’ll join a supportive, inclusive workplace that champions your growth and values your unique perspective.

ABOUT US

We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities.
Working for Manchester isn’t just a job – it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it’s strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you’ll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone.

Our Manchester is our vision for a fairer, greener, and healthier city – a vision shaped by the people of Manchester. It guides everything we do at the Council and is brought to life through the Our Manchester behaviours:

• We take time to listen and understand
• We work together and trust each other
• We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly
• We ‘own it’ and we’re not afraid to try new things
• We’re proud and passionate about Manchester

THIS ROLE IS SUBJECT TO:

• 2 references - where possible, we require 3 years’ history
• Qualification - Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (or equivalent)
  We are looking for a strategic and driven Senior Procurement Manager to join our sector-leading Integrated Commissioning and Procurement Team. This is a pivotal role in a high-performing, collaborative environment that supports service delivery across both Manchester and Bolton Councils.
  You’ll lead on complex, high-value procurement projects and play a key role in shaping procurement strategy, embedding best practice, and delivering outcomes aligned with the Our Manchester Strategy. Your work will directly contribute to reducing inequalities, promoting social value, and advancing our carbon reduction goals.

As a senior member of the team, you’ll:

• Lead strategic procurement projects across goods, services, and construction
• Provide expert advice to the North West Construction Hub and Capital Programmes Team
• Drive innovation and compliance under the Procurement Act 2023 and the National Procurement Policy statement
• Represent the councils at regional and national forums
• Mentor junior staff and support the development of procurement capacity across the councils

This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact in a role that values innovation, collaboration and social responsibility.
If your application is successful you will be invited to attend an assessment centre during the week commencing 1 September.

We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the recruiting panels minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below:

• Members of the Armed Forces members or veterans
• Current or former care leavers
• Have a disability or long-term conditio

If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre-employment checks required will depend on the role you’ve applied for. As a guide, these checks may include:

• Proof of Right to Work: You’ll need to provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the UK. Please note, visa sponsorship is not guaranteed for this role.
• References: We’ll require references from your current and previous employer(s).
• Proof of Qualifications: Evidence of qualifications relevant to the role will be required.
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: A criminal record check may be necessary, depending on the role.
• Proof of Manchester Residency: For some roles, you may need to demonstrate that you reside within the boundaries of Manchester City Council.
• Police Vetting: Some roles may require police vetting to ensure suitability for accessing sensitive law enforcement systems or information.
• Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) Clearance: BPSS clearance is primarily used for roles that involve access to government data, systems, or assets. It ensures that individuals meet basic security requirements and can be trusted with sensitive information
• Driving Licence: If the role requires driving, we’ll need evidence of your valid driving licence