Lead Officer Strategic Procurement & Contracts

This is a pivotal role within the Council's Resources and Performance Directorate, responsible for delivering strategic leadership, policy development, and operational oversight of procurement and contract management across the whole of the council's external spend portfolio. You will manage a small, skilled team, providing expert guidance and assurance to Senior Leaders, Directors, Assistant Directors and Members. Your work will ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, embed social value, and support the delivery of the Council Plan.,

• Lead and manage the corporate procurement and contract management team.
• Provide strategic direction and develop procurement and contract assurance strategies.
• Collaborate with Legal Services, Financial Services, and other stakeholders to build procurement expertise and technical skills.
• Ensure compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 and the Council's Contract Procedure Rules.
• Advise Officers and Members, shaping the forward plan.
• Drive transformation and innovation in procurement practices to improve efficiency and value for money., North Lincolnshire Council is committed to innovation, transformation, and delivering high-quality services. You'll be part of a forward-thinking team that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional development.
We offer:
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Access to training and development.
• Membership of professional networks.
• A supportive environment where your expertise will shape the future of procurement in the Council.
  
  We are seeking a dynamic and experienced procurement professional to lead our Strategic Procurement and Contracts function., You will be a Chartered MCIPS professional or equivalent, with a strong track record in public sector procurement and contract management. You will bring:
• Proven leadership and team management experience.
• Deep understanding of procurement legislation and best practice.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to influence strategic decision-making and deliver organisational outcomes.
  
  Candidates must be able to evidence their right to work in the UK. Please note the council does not hold a sponsor licence to sponsor people to work in the UK
The Council We are collectively organised around the people and place of North Lincolnshire. Together we ensure that our communities are safe, well, prosperous and connected. We are ambitious for North Lincolnshire, we want our area to be the #BestPlace for our residents by being the #BestCouncil we can be. We achieve this through living our values - equality of opportunity, excellence, integrity and self-responsibility - in all that we do.