Overview

I am currently recruiting for a Procurement Officer on behalf of a local authority affiliated organisation in Northamptonshire.

The Procurement Officer will support the Procurement Manager in developing and maintaining a coordinated approach towards procurement and contract management.

Role Description

• Provide support to the Procurement Manager in the development of the procurement and contract management strategy.
• Ensure value for money, relationship and performance management of suppliers.
• Offer advice on all areas of council procurement and contract activity.
• Supporting and managing supplier contracts
• Effectively management of both the processes and relevant stakeholders.

Skills & Attributes

• Ideally be qualified to Chartered Institute Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) level or equivalent.
• Previous experience of working within a procurement environment, ideally within the public sector/local authority environment.
• Have a detailed knowledge and practical experience of public procurement legislation.
• Full end to end tendering experience.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.
• Good communication skills.