Anthony Nnadozie
Category Procurement Specialist | Public Sector Procurement & Contracts
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About
Public sector procurement and commercial professional with experience delivering end-to-end procurement and contract management across Local Government and NHS organisations. Proven ability to lead compliant sourcing activities, provide commercial advice to senior stakeholders, and deliver value for money outcomes across complex service areas. Experienced in applying the Procurement Act 2023, ensuring transparency, governance, and effective commercial delivery.
Skilled in market engagement, supplier negotiation, and procurement lifecycle management from initial concept through to contract mobilisation and performance monitoring. Strong stakeholder engagement and analytical capability, supported by an MSc in Business Analytics, enabling effective interpretation of procurement data, cost drivers, and opportunities for service improvement.
Experience
Senior Category Specialist – People - Brent Council
(2025-05)
- Lead procurement and commercial activity across People services categories, including HR and Adult Social Care related spend.
- Delivered end-to-end procurement exercises, including market engagement, tender documentation, evaluation and contract award.
- Provided commercial and procurement advice to commissioners and senior stakeholders, supporting sourcing strategies and identifying value for money opportunities.
- Developed and implemented category strategies aligned with council priorities, budget constraints, and social value objectives.
- Supported contract mobilisation, extensions and variations, ensuring continuity of service and effective supplier performance management.
- Ensured procurement activities complied with Procurement Act 2023 requirements and PCR 2015.
Procurement Officer (General & Category Support) - NHS Foundation Trust
(2022-02 - 2025-04)
- Delivered end-to-end procurement support across clinical, estates and corporate spend areas.
- Led sourcing exercises, including tenders and quotation processes, ensuring compliance with NHS governance and procurement legislation.
- Conducted market research and supplier engagement to inform sourcing decisions and identify potential suppliers.
- Provided procurement advice to stakeholders on procurement routes, risk management, and commercial options.
- Maintained contract registers, extensions and variations using eProcurement systems.
- Supported category planning and spend analysis, identifying opportunities for savings and improved value.
- Promoted responsible procurement, equality and sustainability principles within supplier relationships.
Contracts & Category Management Officer - MTN
(2019-03 - 2022-01)
- Managed supplier contracts throughout the contract lifecycle, including renewals and supplier performance reviews.
- Maintained procurement and financial records using SAP procurement systems.
- Provided guidance on framework usage and internal procurement approval processes.
- Ensured procurement documentation complied with internal policies and governance standards.
- Supported supplier negotiations and performance monitoring activities.
Procurement & Sourcing Assistant - OZB Ltd.
(2018-08 - 2019-02)
- Supported sourcing activities including supplier onboarding and procurement documentation management.
- Maintained procurement compliance records and supplier information.
- Assisted with contract monitoring and supplier performance reporting.
Procurement Operations Coordinator - Tyland Communications
(2016-07 - 2018-08)
- Processed procurement requisitions and purchase orders in line with internal procurement procedures.
- Coordinated supplier communications and delivery tracking.
- Supported cost control processes and approved supplier compliance monitoring.
Education
MSc - Business Analytics - Northumbria University
BA (Hons) - Philosophy - Imo State University

