Procurement & Contracts Manager

Are you an experienced procurement professional looking to lead contract management and strategic procurement within a high-impact public service environment?

MCS Group is proud to be working with the Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) to recruit a Procurement and Contracts Manager to join their team.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering efficient, compliant, and value-driven procurement services that support NIFRS in its vital mission to protect life and property across Northern Ireland.

The Role

• Lead and manage all day-to-day procurement and contract management activity across NIFRS, ensuring efficient processes and robust governance.

• Coordinate with the NIFRS Centre of Procurement Expertise (CoPE) and BSO PaLS to deliver compliant and effective procurement solutions.

• Develop and implement a rolling three-year procurement plan and annual action plan aligned to organisational priorities.

• Provide expert procurement and contract management advice, reports, and data to senior leaders, supporting informed decision-making.

• Oversee contract monitoring, supplier performance, e-procurement systems, and financial approvals within delegated authority.

• Drive continuous improvement by maintaining strong relationships with key partners and ensuring compliance with procurement legislation and policy.

• Lead, train, and support procurement staff, deputising for the Assistant Accountant & Contracts Manager when required.

The Person

As the successful candidate, you will demonstrate strong procurement expertise, commercial awareness, and leadership skills within a complex public or corporate environment.

Essential Criteria:

• A degree (or equivalent qualification) and current membership of the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (MCIPS).
• Relevant experience within a large, complex organisation in at least two of the following areas:

• Contracts management

• Operational procurement

• Application of procurement legislation, EU directives, and contract law
  OR
  * A minimum of 5 years' relevant experience in a procurement role within a large, complex organisation covering at least two of the above areas.

What's in it for you?

* Attractive salary package commensurate with experience.

* Generous annual leave entitlement.

* Public sector pension scheme.

* Excellent opportunity to contribute to an essential public service.

* Professional development and career progression support.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Zachery Downes, Specialist Consultant at MCS Group, on 028 9693 5501.

If this role isn't quite right for you, we may have others that are. Visit www.mcsgroup.jobs to explore our full range of current opportunities.

MCS Group is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion for all, being the first recruitment agency in Northern Ireland to achieve Bronze Diversity Mark accreditation. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will be happy to accommodate your request.

"This position is subject to an Enhanced AccessNI check. A criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining the position."

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