Job Description

Huntingdonshire District Council (HDC) is passionate about providing high-quality services to our communities, residents and businesses. This means we must employ and retain the most talented and dedicated people.



Situated within the heart of the Cambridge-Peterborough Growth Area, Huntingdonshire is a beautiful district that boasts thriving market towns and many attractive villages, each with its own identity. We are an innovative and forward-thinking local authority whose residents are at the heart of our decision-making.



At HDC we want to employ staff who embody our

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values (

Inspiring, Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Enterprising

), all of which support our ultimate purpose of putting our customers first.

Job details

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Are you a proactive and strategic thinker with a passion for driving value through effective procurement practices? We are seeking a talented Procurement Manager to lead our Procurement Team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of procurement within our council.


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About the role

In this exciting position, you will be responsible for overseeing all procurement activities, managing complex and high-value contracts, and ensuring compliance with the latest legislation.



You will confidently lead on service enhancement initiatives, identifying opportunities to refine procurement processes.



You will collaborate with internal stakeholders across various departments, building strong relationships with suppliers and fostering a culture of partnership and innovation. Your expertise will be essential in identifying opportunities for cost savings, enhancing service delivery, and contributing to our strategic objectives.


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About you

A proactive and adaptable professional with extensive experience in public sector procurement and contract management, you will use your strong negotiation skills and ability to analyse complex issues to enable you to resolve challenges effectively while maintaining positive relationships.



With an in-depth understanding of procurement legislation, you are committed to promoting equality and transparency throughout the procurement process. With excellent communication skills, you can engage and influence stakeholders at all levels, including the Corporate Leadership Team and elected members.



Your passion for continuous improvement and dedication to delivering exceptional outcomes will make you a valuable asset to our council.



If you are ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact through strategic procurement, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



An offer of employment is conditional upon having the right to work in the UK. Huntingdonshire District Council does not hold a Sponsorship Licence and is unable to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) or take over sponsorship for any role.

Apply

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Does this sound like the opportunity for you? If so, we'd love to hear from you. You can apply by submitting your CV, along with a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role, to recruitment@huntingdonshire.gov.uk.



The closing date is

9am on 11 August 2025

and interviews will be held the week commencing 18 August 2025.


However, this is a rolling campaign and we'll be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and will close the advert early should we receive suitable applications, so please don't delay in applying!



For many of our roles (where it is possible) we are currently working remotely and anticipate in the future returning to a hybrid office model on a flexible basis. This will still include work from home and flexi-time opportunities in order to provide a good work-life balance, whilst still ensuring that teams benefit from in person interaction. Candidates should therefore be within commutable distance of our offices in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire or able to attend meetings as required if further afield.



Should you have any additional questions regarding submitting an application, please contact the Recruitment Team at recruitment@huntingdonshire.gov.uk.

Please note that the official closing date is as above, and will be the correct date. Some third-party websites may have different dates. Please refer to the HDC website for the official closing date to ensure you do not miss out on applying.

Working for the council

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As an employer who values diversity of thought, we seek to employ candidates from a range of backgrounds in order to make our organisation more innovative. We are seeking candidates who are looking for their next career opportunity and are supportive employers, enabling our staff to work in an environment that produces high standards of work in an employee-led environment.



Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our recruitment and along with our values we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment, where diversity is valued and there is equality of opportunity. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community and we offer a range of benefits, including flexitime, to encourage a work-life balance.



Salary 57,017 - 63,929


Hours 37 Hours Weekly


Location Huntingdon


Contract Type Permanent full time


Closing Date 11 August 2025 09:00