Procurement Support Officer

We are recruiting for a Procurement Support Officer to join the IT Services Team of one of our Local Authority clients, within the Digital Programmes & Projects Service. This role will support the procurement and commissioning of technology products and services that underpin the delivery of digital and technology services to citizens, colleagues, and partner organisations across the district.

The successful candidate will have significant public sector procurement experience and a strong understanding of the Public Contracts Regulations (PCR 2015) and Procurement Act 2023. You will be responsible for sourcing technology hardware, software, and services through frameworks and tendering processes, negotiating contracts, and securing best value for the Council.

Key Requirements

* Significant experience of public sector procurement and contract management.

* Proven experience sourcing through procurement frameworks and competitive tendering processes.

* Strong working knowledge of Procurement Act 2023 and PCR 2015 legislation.

* Experience procuring technology-related hardware, software, and services.

* Demonstrable ability to negotiate contracts and achieve value for money.

* Experience working collaboratively with technical and operational teams to deliver successful procurement outcomes.

* Ability to work from the office one day per week.

* Candidates will ideally be within a reasonable commuting distance of Bradford.

We are looking for a proactive and collaborative professional with excellent stakeholder management skills and a thorough, applied understanding of public procurement regulations and best practice
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed