Interim Procurement Manager

1st Executive Ltd; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job description

Location: Currently remote with on-site requirements (Twice a week: Wednesday & Thursday)
Future Location: Moving to Green Park in the summer

Contract Type:

• Initial 12-month contract (potential for extension to 24 months or longer)

About the Role:

We are seeking experienced Procurement Managers to join our Construction & Infrastructure team. This is an opportunity to lead high-value, high-risk procurements and work on complex projects, including £6bn worth of work currently in the strategy phase.

You will be responsible for running Invitation to Tender (ITT), defining strategy, delivering procurements, and leading processes. The role requires hands-on execution rather than high-level strategic oversight.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and own procurement processes under the Open Market Procurement Act
• Develop and execute route-to-market & packaging strategies
• Manage regulated procurement activities (NEC3 / JCT knowledge beneficial but not critical)
• Deliver on highly complex procurements - beyond standard PCR procurement
• Work independently in a fast-paced environment with minimal hand-holding
• Ensure compliance with procurement regulations and governance frameworks
• Drive leadership within the team and across projects

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in high-value, high-risk, and complex procurements
• Strong understanding of regulated procurement processes
• Ability to work autonomously with no hand-holding
• Background in construction, infrastructure, and major projects
• Experience with NEC3 / JCT is beneficial but not essential
• Strong leadership skills and a "get-things-done" attitude