Procurement Business Partner – Children’s Social Care

Job Title: Procurement Business Partner Lead
Location: North East UK
Salary: £400 per day
Contract Type: Interim 3-6 month contract initially

CV’s are being reviewed immediately and interviews will be taking place week commencing  W/C 3rd November.
Baltimore Consulting are seeking a dynamic and experienced Procurement Business Partner Lead to join our team. This is a pivotal role where you will cover commissioning and procurement, leading the full procurement lifecycle to deliver value for money, quality outcomes, and meaningful social impact.
About the Role
As Procurement Business Partner Lead, you will:

• Lead and manage complex, high-value procurement programmes from market engagement through to contract award.
• Act as a strategic advisor to senior leaders, supporting the development of robust business cases and outcome-focused service specifications.
• Ensure compliance with UK and EU procurement legislation, championing governance and continuous improvement.
• Drive social value and sustainability through procurement, identifying opportunities to benefit local communities.
• Develop and implement contract management and supplier relationship strategies for critical contracts.
• Collaborate across the Trust and with external partners to shape innovative, value-driven procurement approaches.

You will support in managing the commissioning cycle through best practice procurement, including e-procurement solutions, ensuring delivery of objectives in a compliant and professional manner.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will need:

• CIPS Level 5 (or equivalent), or be actively working towards it.
• Proven experience leading procurement, commissioning, or commercial projects.
• In-depth knowledge of public sector procurement legislation and frameworks.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead several projects simultaneously.
• Flexibility to work outside normal office hours and travel between local sites as required.

 
If you’re interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone who this may be of interest to, please contact Jade Hidderley on 0117 3137110 or apply today.
 
(We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation so please do get in contact)
Our clients are passionate about creating and evolving a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant.  Recruiting decisions are based on your experience and skills.  Any reasonable adjustments in the workplace will be fully supported during the application and hiring process

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