Procurement Lead

Take ownership of strategically important spend and lead TfGM''s approach to category, commodity and supplier management across a varied organisation. You will lead complex sourcing activity, develop the team and turn spend insight into measurable savings, stronger supplier performance and better value for Greater Manchester.Client DetailsAbout Transport for Greater ManchesterTransport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) is the organisation helping to shape a more connected, sustainable and inclusive transport future for the city region. Its growing, multidisciplinary Commercial Services function brings together procurement, capital commercial, franchise and commercial delivery, corporate finance, supplier relationships, social value, governance and assurance. The team works with colleagues from the earliest idea and market engagement through sourcing, contract award, mobilisation and supplier performance.This is not a procurement function operating at the edge of delivery. The team supports high-profile activity across the Bee Network, bus franchising, Metrolink, rail and station investment, fleet, technology, energy, active travel and public infrastructure. Procurement at TfGM helps secure the partners, operators, services, technology and infrastructure required to connect communities and improve millions of journeys, while also supporting good employment, local businesses, social value and carbon reduction.DescriptionThe opportunityCommercial Services is where big ideas become ..... full job details .....