Procurement Business Partner

Reference: 4841262Job ID: 5422515Posted: 2026-10-29Closing date: 2027-01-28Location: LiverpoolSalary: 53,051 - 58,543 (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full time / Flexible workingIndustry: Government & Public Services / ProcurementCompany: HaysConsultant: Joshua CapleHays office: Manchester — 5th Floor, City Tower, Piccadilly PlazaPhone: 01612286422Email: joshua.caple@hays.comYour new companyA major public-sector employer in Liverpool City Centre is looking to appoint multiple experienced Procurement Business Partners to support the development and delivery of a strategic sourcing pipeline within a given category area. This organisation has won multiple awards and delivers key services across the region, so this offers an amazing chance for you to get involved and play a part in delivering meaningful social impact through your procurement activity.Your new roleAs a Procurement Business Partner, you will play a key role in delivering key procurement projects within your given category area, which will either be Health & Social Care, Corporate Services, or Construction/FM. Key responsibilities will include:Work with internal teams to understand procurement needs and turn them into clear sourcing plans.Lead end-to-end procurement activity from initial requirement through to contract award.Preparing procurement documents that set out key requirements, timescales and evaluation criteria clearly.Run tender processes and support fair, consistent evaluations to help teams select suitable suppliers.Provide practical procurement advice to colleagues and stakeholders across the organisation.Build proactive and effective working relationships across the organisation.Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes and make day-to-day purchasing easier for colleagues.What you'll need to succeedStrong public-sector procurement background with a detailed knowledge of PA23 (and PCR2015)Experience of leading end-to-end tender processesKnowledge of multiple compliant routes to market, and experience of open market tenders, competitive framework call offs, and direct awardsIdeally MCIPS qualified, or must be willing to work towards qualificationExcellent stakeholder engagement and stakeholder management skillsAbility to provide clear procurement guidance and advice to stakeholders of all levels across the organisationExcellent communication skills - both written and verbalWhat you'll get in returnA competitive starting salary between 53,051 - 58,543 depending on relevant experience and CIPS qualifications31 days annual leave plus bank holidays - this increases with time served, and you also have the option to purchase additional daysHybrid working options, with just 2 days per week required in the officeA competitive Local Government Pension SchemeFlexible and agile working practicesSalary sacrifice car lease schemeMedicashFamily friendly policies with enhanced leaveDiscounted gym membershipsProgression and professional development opportunitiesWhat you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #4841262 - Joshua Caple