Deliver Impact. Build Your Procurement Career.

This public sector procurement and commissioning team is looking for an ambitious procurement officer to help deliver high-quality, value-for-money services that make a difference.

This is an excellent opportunity to deepen both strategic and operational expertise across procurement and commissioning in a forward-thinking local authority. You''ll have responsibility for supporting the Council in undertaking outcomes focused, lawful and commercially sound commissioning projects to deliver quality and value for money services.

The team have delivered a number of major transformational projects across Adults and Children''s services, including the development of two ASC frameworks for homecare and supported living, appointed a change partner to deliver a proof of concept for Assistive Technology, School meals and there are more contracts being worked on including, short breaks, day opportunities and VCSE recommissioning.

What We''re Looking For:

• Strong understanding of public procurement regulations, including a recent working knowledge of The Procurement Act 2023.
• Previous experience in Social Care & Health categories within a local authority setting or another area of the public sector.
• Excellent stakeholder and project management skills.
• A proactive, adaptable approach and a passion for learning.

Aswell as gaining invaluable procurement experience, real career development opportunities, and the chance to make a direct impact on residents'' lives, you''ll also benefit from:

• Flexible working
• Support with CIPS studies
• Local government pension scheme
• Season ticket loan, childcare vouchers & local discounts
• A supportive, inclusive, and values-led culture

The long-term hybrid working pattern will be 1 or 2 days per month in the office with more office presence required in the first few weeks of the role.

The salary starts at c-40k (inc. London Weighting)

Ready to grow your career while supporting meaningful change in the public sector?

Please apply now for further details