Procurement Officer

Description:

Procurement Officer Job PurposeThe Procurement Officer will support the Corporate Procurement Service by delivering low to medium-value procurement exercises across a range of goods, works and services. You will manage procurement activity from planning and tendering through to evaluation and contract award, ensuring compliance with procurement legislation, Contract Procedure Rules and internal governance.
Working closely with service teams, commissioners and suppliers, you will help achieve value for money, improve procurement processes and deliver effective commercial outcomes.

Key Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end procurement exercises, from planning through to tender and contract award.
Prepare tender documentation, specifications, pricing schedules, evaluation criteria and award reports.
Conduct market research and spend analysis to identify savings and value-for-money opportunities.
Ensure compliance with the Procurement Act 2023, Contract Procedure Rules and internal policies.
Prepare and publish procurement notices via the Central Digital Platform.
Engage with stakeholders and suppliers, providing guidance on procurement processes and requirements.
Maintain accurate procurement records, contract registers and audit trails.
Support contract award, mobilisation, ongoing contract management and forward planning.
Use procurement systems, including Oracle and Proactis, and contribute to continuous improvement.Essential Requirements
Proven experience delivering low to medium-value procurement exercises, ideally within the public sector or a local authority.
Experience managing end-to-end tender processes, including documentation, evaluation, clarifications and contract award.
Understanding of public procurement legislation, the Procurement Act 2023, governance and compliance.
Knowledge of tendering procedures, framework agreements and evaluation methodologies.
Experience working with stakeholders, budget holders and service teams.
Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and maintain accurate records.
Strong communication, analytical, organisational and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work independently, provide practical advice and identify opportunities for improvement.Desirable Requirements
Local authority or wider public sector experience.
Experience using Oracle, Proactis or similar procurement systems.
Experience publishing procurement notices, managing contracts, undertaking spend analysis and supporting FOI requests.Key ExpectationsYou will deliver compliant procurement exercises within agreed timescales, maintain accurate documentation, support stakeholders effectively and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, achieve savings and deliver value for money