Procurement Officer

Job Title:

Procurement Officer

Overview
An opportunity to support end-to-end procurement activity, working closely with stakeholders to deliver compliant, value-for-money procurement solutions and contribute to strategic sourcing and contract delivery.

Key Duties

Support the delivery of end-to-end procurement projects, including tender documentation, evaluations, and contract award processes

Publish procurement opportunities via e-tendering systems and manage clarification and evaluation processes

Work with stakeholders to develop procurement strategies and identify requirements

Support contract lifecycle management and structured handover to contract management teams

Maintain procurement records, contract registers, and tender management systems

Manage multiple procurement projects and workloads to agreed timescales

Contribute to savings, efficiency initiatives, and continuous improvement in procurement processes

Provide technical input to specifications, tender documentation, and procurement plans

Person Specification

Minimum GCSE standard education and at least three years’ experience in a procurement, buyer, or supply chain role

Working towards or qualified to CIPS Level 4

Good understanding of procurement legislation, sourcing processes, and commercial principles

Strong organisational, analytical, and IT skills with excellent attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work with multiple stakeholders

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver within deadlines

Demonstrable commercial awareness and understanding of financial and contractual processes