Procurement Specialist

Rate: £187 per day (Umbrella, Inside IR35)

Client: Major Government organisation

Location: Hybrid working from home and c.3 days in Deeside.

Duration: 6 months (Scope to extend)

An opportunity for an Interim Procurement Specialist to step into a fast-paced public sector procurement role with real impact, supporting a high-profile government programme.

You'll play a key role in delivering end-to-end procurement activity, supporting tendering processes, and managing contracts in line with public sector regulations. This is a hands-on role requiring strong stakeholder engagement and the ability to navigate complex information with confidence.

Key Responsibilities

• Support procurement of goods and services across multiple projects
• Assist in drafting ITTs with guidance
• Ensure compliance with public procurement regulations
• Engage and influence internal and external stakeholders
• Manage and support contract delivery activities
• Work with procurement systems and tools to track progress
  

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in procurement, within goods and services categories
• Public sector tendering and contract management experience
• Understanding of PCR2015 and/or PA2023
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to analyse and interpret complex information
• Previous experience in a Procurement Adviser (or similar) role

Due to the sensitive nature of the role, candidates will be required to hold current SC Clearance, or have the ability to gain and maintain SC Clearance.

This is an urgent requirement - if interested, please apply asap and any questions, email claire.shipman@1st-executive.com