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Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS) is seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a Procurement Officer. If you have a passion for ensuring value for money, impeccable contract and supplier management skills, and an ability to maintain strong relationships while ensuring compliance with legislation and internal governance, this is the role for you!
Job Responsibility:
Support all procurement activities across the organisation, from sourcing to contract management
Implement best practices to achieve optimal value for money in all procurement processes
Drive cost-effective solutions without compromising on quality or efficiency
Ensure thorough adherence to legislation, regulations, and internal governance in all procurement processes
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with colleagues and suppliers to ensure a continuous and collaborative partnership
Requirements:
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to converse effectively and provide clear advice
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build successful relationships with suppliers, stakeholders, and colleagues, and promote a positive departmental culture
High level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, with a solid foundation in financial and budgetary reporting and high-level numeracy skills
What we offer:
Competitive salary
Flexible working
Generous leave entitlement plus public holidays
Public sector pension (subject to pension scheme rules)