We are seeking an Interim Procurement Manager to establish procurement governance appropriate for a scaling deep-tech business, and ensure the purchasing function is audit-ready.
The role will work closely with the leadership team across the business.Our client is a quick-growing Cambridge-based deep-tech company.
Having recently completed a funding round the company is scaling its research, engineering, and commercial operations rapidly.Key Responsibilities:Draft and implement a formal Procurement Policy covering purchase order requirements, delegated authority limits, supplier onboarding, and conflict of interestDevelop a Delegated Authority Matrix in consultation with the CFO, defining approval thresholds by value and categoryEstablish a supplier onboarding process including bank detail verification procedures to mitigate payment fraud riskCreate and maintain a preferred supplier and contract register,



capturing key terms, renewal dates, and commercial contacts for all active suppliersImplement a gifts and hospitality register as part of the company's broader fraud awareness frameworkMap the current end-to-end purchase-to-pay process and identify control gapsEstablish a formal contract management process for all significant supplier agreementsCreate a software and subscription licence schedule capturing all active licences, costs, terms, renewal dates, and business justificationWe are looking for an experienced Procurement skilled ideally someone with experience of operating in a scaling business who is either a looking to work part time or is a fractional procurement manager.
£500 - £600 per day
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📌 Procurement Manager 3 Days A Week Western Australia
🏢 EA First Compass House
📍 Western Australia