Strategic Head of Procurement – Part‑Time (22.2h), South Shields

Head of Procurement - 22.2 hrs per week

(Town Hall, South Shields/Agile)

£43,233 pa (Pay Award Pending)



Our ambitious vision and corporate strategy put people at the heart of what we do – be that our residents or our staff. We have a determination to make South Tyneside a place where people can live healthy, happy and fulfilled lives and need an experienced and skilled Head of Procurement to help us get there.



As our Head of Procurement, you will be responsible for both strategic procurement as well as the functions within our procure to pay cycle. Reporting to the Council’s Director of Business and Resources, you will be an influential leader in the design and delivery of our procurement service to maximise value for money, ensure compliance with procurement frameworks and the application of social value to support improved outcomes for the local community. You will bring with you the skills to work collaboratively, build relationships and be solution focussed whilst providing key expertise to strengthen our organisational resilience.



This is a politically restricted post as defined by the Local Government and Housing Act 1989.



For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Stuart Reid, Director of Business and Resources on (0191) 424 7030.



We offer an excellent benefits package and further information is available here - do not currently offer skilled worker visa sponsorship.



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Closing date: Noon, Friday 5 June 2026.