An exciting opportunity has arisen for a commercially minded professional to join a dynamic procurement function. This role offers exposure to sourcing, contract management, supplier performance, compliance, and commercial strategy, making it ideal for someone looking to broaden their experience in a fast-paced environment.
Your new roleAs a Procurement Officer, you will support the delivery of procurement and commercial activities across a diverse range of spend categories. Working closely with stakeholders, contract managers, and commercial specialists, you will help drive value, ensure compliance, and support effective supplier relationships.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting sourcing exercises, procurement projects, and contract management activities
• Assisting with supplier engagement and supplier performance initiatives
• Providing commercial support across procurement, purchasing, compliance, and contract lifecycle management
• Maintaining contract registers, procurement systems, and commercial records
• Reviewing purchasing requirements and supporting the effective use of existing agreements and frameworks
• Producing data analysis, management information, and commercial reports to support decision-making
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, process optimisation, and digital procurement activities
• Supporting governance, risk management, and compliance with procurement regulations
• Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Experience within public sector procurement is essential.
• A degree, MCIPS qualification, relevant commercial qualification, or equivalent practical experience with PA23 training fulfilled.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to build productive working relationships
• Experience managing multiple priorities and delivering work to tight deadlines
• Understanding of procurement legislation, commercial governance, and risk management principles
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and present clear recommendations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Commercial awareness, including negotiation, supplier engagement, and value-for-money considerations
• A proactive, organised, and solutions-focused approach

What you'll get in return

• The opportunity to work across a broad range of procurement and commercial activities
• Exposure to strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contract delivery
• A supportive environment with ongoing professional development opportunities
• Experience working with senior stakeholders and influencing business outcomes
• The chance to contribute to meaningful commercial improvement and value-creation initiatives
• Career progression opportunities within a growing procurement and commercial function

Apply now

If you're an ambitious procurement, commercial, purchasing, or contract management professional seeking a role where you can develop your expertise and make a genuine impact, we'd like to hear from you.

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