Location: BedfordshireHybrid Working AvailableDay rate: 400 to 420 per day Are you an experienced procurement professional looking to make a meaningful impact in the public sector? We''re partnering with a forward-thinking local authority to recruit a Senior Procurement Officer supporting Children''s and Public Health services on an interim basis. This is a high-impact role where you''ll lead strategic commissioning and procurement activity that directly improves outcomes for communities.The RoleReporting to the Manager for Commissioning and Procurement, you will play a pivotal role in delivering strategic and operational procurement support across Children''s and Public Health.Key responsibilities include:Leading end-to-end procurement and commissioning projects, including high-value and high-risk tendersDeveloping and implementing category and sub-category strategies to drive value and efficiencyProviding expert procurement advice to senior stakeholders across the directorateAnalysing spend and market data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve controlLeading commercial negotiations with suppliers to secure best value outcomesManaging contracts strategically to ensure performance and compliance throughout the lifecycleDriving innovation and ensuring alignment with public sector regulations and best practiceBuilding strong partnerships and identifying collaboration opportunities across public and voluntary sectors.About YouWe''re looking for a commercially astute