Head Of Procurement And Commissioning Support

Are you ready for a new rewarding challenge? Kirklees Council is seeking an exceptional individual to join our team as the Head of Procurement and Commissioning Support.

As the Head of Procurement & Commissioning Support, you will be motivated and energerised leading the procurement service to deliver fantastic procurements outcomes and demonstrating value for money for the residents of Kirklees.

You will be joining an ambitious team that continues to improve and strives to deliver excellent procurement practice – the teams progressive journey is  

evidenced in part by the successes in recent years at the National Public Procurement GoAwards:

• 2019 Winner - Procurement Team of the Year
• 2019 Highly commended - Procurement Innovation of the Year
• 2020 Winner - Project of the Year
• 2021 Winner - Best Procurement Delivery (Local Government)
• 2022 Finalists – Individual Achievement & Social Value Award
• 2023 Winner – Social Value Award (Local Government)

Kirklees Council procurement operates a category led model, split into 4 distinct categories of spend

• Corporate & IT
• Adults, Children’s & Public Health
• Facilities Management, Transport & Environment
• Construction & Infrastructure

With an annual external supplier spend of approximately £600m this is your chance to join the team at an exciting time in the public procurement landscape, as Kirklees Council begins to prepare for the new procurement regulations, continues its procurement improvement journey and delivers against the Councils procurement strategy.

Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and implementation of commercial strategies to optimise service delivery and provide value for money.
- Responsible for the procurement service (20 procurement professionals), inspiring and empowering the team to achieve excellence.
- Oversee all aspects of Procurement and category management, delivering measurable procurement efficiencies.
- Ensure compliance with public procurement legislation, providing assurance to senior stakeholders.
Requirements:
- Strong leadership skills to inspire and guide your team towards a high-performing culture.
- In-depth knowledge of public procurement legislation to ensure compliance.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.