Head of Commercial and Procurement at Barnet Council leading the Commercial and Procurement strategy. Driving innovation and sustainability while overseeing significant expenditure.
Responsibilities
Lead Barnet Council’s Commercial and Procurement strategy
Oversee procurement and contract management activity across the organisation
Drive innovation, social value, and sustainability through procurement
Develop strategic relationships across the organisation and create a high-performing culture
Manage more than £250m of external third-party spend
Requirements
Strong and inspiring leader
Experience in developing and leading high-performing services
Broad commercial expertise with a proven track record of driving service transformation
Success in reducing overall costs through effective procurement practices
Building and maintaining strategic relationships with key suppliers and partners
Strong data-driven approach with insights to shape procurement strategies
Benefits
31 days annual leave, plus public and bank holidays
Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, which provides a valuable guaranteed income in your retirement together with security for your dependents
Work-life balance options may include hybrid working, flexitime, job share, home working, part-time
A vast range of lifestyle discounts from major retailers, supermarkets, energy suppliers and more
Broad range of payroll benefits including cycle to work, eye care vouchers, travel and gym membership
Excellent training and development opportunities
Employee well-being training programs including confidential employee assistance
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