Procurement Business Partner

Procurement Business Partner – Portishead (Agile Working Available)

Are you an experienced Procurement Business Partner seeking an opportunity to make a meaningful impact? We are looking for a highly skilled Procurement Business Partner to join our dynamic team, helping to deliver fair, compliant, and value-driven procurement services across our organisation. If you’re passionate about procurement and eager to support communities, this role provides an excellent platform to develop your career while contributing to projects that truly matter.

Procurement Business Partner – Key Responsibilities

As a Procurement Business Partner, you will:

• Lead and support end-to-end procurement activities, including managing tender exercises.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to understand procurement needs and provide expert guidance.
• Ensure all procurement activities are compliant with UK public procurement legislation and internal policies.
• Develop, review, and improve procurement procedures, templates, and guidance materials.
• Provide training and advice to colleagues to promote best procurement practices.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders, supporting contract management, performance reviews, and negotiations.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, monitor spend, identify savings opportunities, and drive continuous improvement.
• Support the development of procurement strategies and help streamline processes for efficiency.

Candidate Profile

The ideal Procurement Business Partner will have:

• Previous procurement experience, ideally within the public sector.
• Strong understanding of UK public procurement legislation.
• Experience managing tender exercises and engaging with stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and data management skills.
• Confident communication skills, capable of explaining complex processes clearly.
• A professional procurement qualification such as CIPS is advantageous but not essential.
• A collaborative approach, with a passion for delivering exceptional service.
• Open to part-time working (4 days/week) applications.

We are a purpose-led organisation committed to creating safe, thriving communities. Our inclusive, supportive culture values flexible, agile working arrangements, allowing you to work from home, at our modern office in Portishead, or on the move. Our Portishead offices feature free parking and a beautiful marina setting close to local amenities.