Procurement and Contacts Officer

3-month contract position with a local authority

Summary

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of strategic and Above Threshold procurements from initiation to contract award.
  


• Assist in developing and implementing contracts that deliver service improvements and cost savings.
  


• Ensure all procurement activities comply with relevant legislation and Contract Standing Orders.
  


• Provide advice and guidance to commissioners on procurement and contract management issues.
  


• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
  


• Support a business partnering approach to procurement delivery.
  

Essential Experience Required

• Experience working in procurement, contract management, or a related field.
  


• Experience supporting or delivering procurement exercises, ideally within the public sector.
  


• Experience working with stakeholders to deliver projects or services.
  


• Experience using e-procurement or e-tendering systems.
  

Essential Qualifications Required

• Relevant qualification in procurement, business, or related discipline (desirable).
  


• Working towards or holding CIPS qualification (desirable).
  

Additional Information

• Working hours: 15 hours per week.
  


• Location: Floor 4, Time Square, RG12 1JD.
  


• We operate on a bi-weekly schedule.