Part time Procurement Policy & Continuous Improvement Manager

Join us for the Part time Procurement Policy & Continuous Improvement Manager role at Mining Remediation Authority.

About You

Do you thrive on driving continuous improvement in procurement?
Do you have a positive attitude and a desire to make a lasting impact?
Do you want to use your expertise to provide procurement and commercial advice across the organization?

This part-time role (15 hours/week) is perfect for you if you have significant end-to-end procurement experience and want to help develop best practices for efficient and effective delivery. You will create policies to ensure good governance and assurance, keeping them proportionate and user-friendly.
Ideally, you are CIPS qualified or working towards this qualification (we offer support).
You should have excellent communication skills, with the ability to listen, interpret needs, and influence outcomes.
Be self-sufficient and capable of working within our supportive procurement team, inspiring and supporting colleagues.

About The Role

In this role, you will:

• Create policies, procedures, and templates to support the procurement team in delivering efficient and effective outcomes.
• Collaborate and build networks with other organizations to adopt new practices and benchmark processes.
• Apply your knowledge of procurement legislation and contract conditions to ensure compliance.

Our Vision

To be a problem-solving, easy-to-work-with business partner that adds value through a considered risk approach to meet organizational needs.

Ready to take the next step? Apply now and join our team!

We welcome candidates whose experience may differ from our listed qualifications but who believe they can bring value to the role.

For more details, see the job description. This role is part-time (15 hours/week), with hybrid working (about 2 days/month at our Mansfield office).

Application deadline: 4th August 2025
Sifting date: 8th August 2025
Interviews: 19th, 22nd, and 26th August 2025 (please inform us if unavailable on these dates).

Security

Successful candidates must pass basic security checks and meet UK Immigration requirements.

About Mining Remediation Authority

Benefits include:

• Competitive pension scheme (~28.97% employer contribution)
• Recognition schemes for contributions
• Flexible working patterns
• Generous holiday allowance (27.5 days + 6 days + 8 public holidays)
• Parental leave with 26 weeks full pay (eligibility applies)
• Support for professional development and subscriptions
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee discounts, annual health checks, and well-being support
• On-site free parking and refreshments at Mansfield office

Working with us

We offer flexible working options — job share, remote work, compressed hours. Discuss your needs during the interview.

Who we are

We are committed to making a better future for people and the environment, focusing on safe, sustainable mining practices and renewable energy from mine water heat to help meet UK net-zero goals by 2050.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

We provide a guaranteed interview for disabled applicants and those from minority ethnic backgrounds who meet minimum criteria. We value skills and experience over personal background and are happy to accommodate reasonable adjustments during application.

Contact us at Recruitment@MiningRemediation.gov.uk or call 01623 637000 for more info.