Procurement Officer - 6-Month Contract (Temp to Perm Opportunity)
£22 per hour | Hybrid Working | Warwickshire
We're currently partnering with a local authority client to recruit an experienced Procurement Officer for an initial 6-month contract, with strong potential to transition into a permanent role.
This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional looking to make a tangible impact within a public sector environment, contributing to strategic procurement and governance across a varied and complex pipeline.
Responsibilities
- Leading complex tendering exercises from end to end
- Managing supplier relationships and driving value for money
- Developing and reviewing procurement strategies, policies, and procedures
- Supporting a diverse procurement pipeline, including supplier engagement, tender documentation, clarifications, and evaluation processes
- Embedding robust governance, compliance, and risk management practices
- Driving process improvements in line with evolving legislation and policy
- Supporting contract management processes, including use of e-tendering systems
- Maintaining the Contract Register and contributing to procurement reporting and spend analysis
- Providing expert advice and training to internal stakeholders
- Assisting with FOI requests and procurement-related website content
About You
- Have proven experience in public sector procurement
- Are confident managing complex tenders and stakeholder relationships
- Have strong knowledge of UK procurement legislation and best practice
- Are either CIPS qualified, currently studying, or willing to work towards it
- Possess excellent communication and organisational skills
Working Pattern
Flexible: Full-time (37 hours) or Part-time (29.6 hours over 4-5 days)
Hybrid working model
Minimum 2 days per week on-site in Warwickshire
Rate
Circa £22 per hour
Interested?
If you're available at short notice or exploring your next opportunity in procurement, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion
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