Procurement Officer

Permanent | 37.5 hours per week | Hybrid Working Available

An opportunity has become available for an experienced and proactive Procurement Officer to join a growing procurement team within a specialist public sector organisation. The role offers a chance to contribute to vital services in a highly regulated and purpose-driven environment.

The postholder will be responsible for managing procurement activities from initiation to contract award, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and delivering value for money. You'll support a variety of stakeholders and help shape procurement policy and practice across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage procurement exercises across a range of categories

• Develop tender documentation, manage evaluations, and lead contract awards

• Provide strategic advice to internal stakeholders on procurement planning

• Review and update commercial terms, contract templates, and procurement policies

• Ensure procurement activity aligns with public sector legal requirements

• Monitor supplier performance and manage procurement risk

Essential Criteria:

• Strong track record in public sector procurement, including use of frameworks

• Fully qualified MCIPS (Level 6) - please confirm this in your application

• Familiarity with relevant procurement legislation and governance frameworks

• Skilled in managing complex tenders and building supplier relationships

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Benefits:

• 27.5 days annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays

• Option to accrue additional leave through flexi-time

• Competitive pension scheme (with over 20% employer contribution)

• Annual performance-related bonus (up to 7% of salary)

• Subsidised on-site catering facilities

• Access to retail and service discounts through employee benefit schemes

• Free on-site parking and good transport links

• Enhanced wellbeing and family support policies

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Hybrid working flexibility