Job Description

Reference
HUL/25/0560

Full Time Equivalent Salary (based on a 37 hour working week)

50269 - 53460


Occupational group
Procurement
Job term
Full Time
Appointment type
Permanent
Hours
37
Division
Legal Services & Partnerships - Directorate
Closing Date
26 October 2025
Proposed Shortlisting Date
29 October 2025
Proposed Interview Date
12 November 2025
Place of work
The Guildhall, Hull HU1 2AA
For an informal discussion please contact
Paul Robinson
Contact telephone
01482 612 769

Deputy Procurement Manager



Due to continued expansion, the Council's Corporate Procurement Team are seeking to recruit a Deputy Procurement Manager.



The role of the Team is to develop and embed efficient and effective procurement processes throughout the Council that will drive value for money. These processes are compliant with the Council's Procurement Strategy, Vision and Values, and relevant UK Procurement Legislation including the Procurement Act 2023.



In addition to supporting the Procurement Manager in the ongoing development of complex procurement processes, social value strategy and the production of training information and materials; the Deputy Procurement Manager will be the lead for the Capital Investment Procurement Programme and will personally undertake major procurement exercises and provide leadership and motivation to the Procurement Team.

Why Join Us?

Impact - you will be leading a dedicated team of professionals working in the Capital, Community and Housing procurement sub-team ensuring the procurement needs of our client service areas are strategically delivered. Collaboration - you will develop effective working relationships with client service areas ensuring their visions and values are met via effective procurement processes. Innovation - you will champion innovative approaches to procurement including the marketing of major procurement exercises to ensure maximum supplier participation. Leadership - you will be a visible leader, supporting and developing our existing team members and will contribute to the development of processes that will support all areas of the Council to understand and comply with relevant legislation and rules.

The successful candidate will:

Have significant professional procurement experience, ideally gained from working in a public sector environment. Have an excellent understanding of the application of Social Value measures in public sector procurement. Drive continuous improvement throughout all procurement related activities. Be an effective team leader who provides professional leadership to all colleagues within the procurement team. Be able to develop and maintain effective working relationships with key client service areas. Support the production of high quality service specifications that will maximise Best Value potential and ensure compliance with appropriate rules and legislation. Have significant knowledge and experience of delivering successful public sector procurements in the following areas: + Construction, urban design and facilities management;
+ Highways, Transport and Street Scene; and
+ Housing services delivery and maintenance.

About You:

Qualified to CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply. Substantial procurement management experience which demonstrates the ability to initiate, plan, monitor, develop and implement service provision. Experience of successfully line managing and leading a team of staff. Comprehensive knowledge of procurement principles, concepts and techniques, including project relationship and contract management. Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of public sector procurement regulations including the Procurement Act 2023, the Social Value Act and Best Value. A proven ability to establish professional, effective working relationships with a range of partners and colleagues.

What We Offer:

The chance to make a real impact in a supportive, forward-thinking local authority. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. A collaborative, values-driven culture where your expertise is valued. Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you are ready to take on a rewarding leadership role and help us deliver Best Value for the Council, we would love to hear from you..



For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Paul Robinson, Procurement Manager on 01482 612 769 or email paul.robinson2@hullcc.gov.uk.



Please ensure that your application demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria against the person specification as listed in the job description.



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Please ensure that you complete and submit your application by midnight on the closing date.



We are committed to increasing the diversity, equity, and inclusion within our workforce to represent the people we serve and build an environment in which everyone can feel like they belong. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.



We adopt a 'name blind' approach to shortlisting. Recruiting managers will not have access to personal information, including your name and contact details, until a shortlisting decision has been made. Equality monitoring information is not accessible by recruiting managers at any stage.



We reserve the right to amend the dates associated with this advert, which may include closing the advert early where required.



The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.


Any offer of employment to the above post will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory Basic Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service.


Hull City Council embraces the principles of WorkSmart and this post has been identified as a suitable role. WorkSmart principles create opportunities facilitating a combination of working in the office, ad hoc homeworking, or working from various locations, therefore being flexible about where/ how you carry out your role, the specific opportunities available will be discussed at interview.