Graduate Procurement and Contracts Officer
Devon County Council, Exeter, Full‑time, Posted: 5 hours ago
Job description
Permanent – Full Time 37 hours per week
This role is for a Graduate who wishes to secure a post in our Procurement Graduate Development Programme. The post is in Devon Procurement Services as part of a successful corporate facilitator delivering a significant programme of procurement/acquisitions, which contributes directly to Devon County Council’s value for money challenge and corporate delivery imperatives.
You will be qualified to at least HND or Degree level and ideally have training &/or knowledge &/or experience in one or more of the following: procurement, contract management, law, construction management, or business/project management.
The programme will offer diverse experience in all areas of the procurement service. A programme of coaching and mentoring will be provided to the successful candidate. In addition, there will be a formal mutually agreed training development programme which will include training to at least a Level 4 qualification with the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply. The position holds great progression opportunities within the procurement department containing a progression scheme that includes assessment to allow members of the programme to demonstrate their capabilities and results in a clear route to increased responsibility and a permanent position.
Devon County Council are looking for a graduate to take up the role in the Procurement Services team. You will support a breadth of elements in the procurement delivery plan and contribute a broad range of procurement activity in parallel with developing skills and expertise.
Salary: Grade D: £26,824 – £28,598, with progression to Grade E based on competencies.
For an informal discussion, please contact Oliver Reed on 01392 383268.
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Statements
- DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on our Equality and Diversity webpages.
- Happy to Talk Flexible Working – The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work (e.g. hybrid, part‑time, condensed hours, etc.).
- We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
- This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
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