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We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Procurement Policy & Performance Officer to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and provide support to colleagues and external partners across the Council in applying the Procurement and Contract Management Policy, ensuring that our tendering and purchasing systems are effective, compliant, and efficient.
Job Responsibility:
Provide guidance and support to internal teams and external stakeholders on the application of the Council’s Procurement and Contract Management Policy
Review current procurement processes and procedures to identify opportunities for efficiency and improvement
Collaborate closely with Finance and Audit colleagues to assess and validate internal controls
Support continuous improvement initiatives within procurement operations, ensuring compliance and value for money
Monitor and report on procurement performance metrics, highlighting key insights and recommendations
Requirements:
Strong experience and understanding in the use of e-procurement and P2P technologies
Ability to provide guidance and training to colleagues on their effective use
Experienced in managing back-office infrastructure, systems, and procedures
Ensuring compliance with organisational policies
Proactively identifying opportunities to develop and implement continuous improvements in procurement processes
Excellent analytical and data manipulation skills
Highly organised, able to manage multiple tasks, work under pressure, and prioritise effectively
Exceptional attention to detail
Outstanding interpersonal and teamworking abilities
Communicating clearly and positively with colleagues across the organisation and with external suppliers
Confident in the use of office IT systems, spreadsheets, and e-procurement and finance systems
Demonstratable knowledge of their functionalities and how they support effective procurement operations
Can offer support, guidance, and training to colleagues on best practice usage of these systems
Sound knowledge of current UK procurement legislation and EU directives
Working towards CIPS membership status, hold an NVQ Level 3 - 4 qualification, or can demonstrate equivalent knowledge through experience
What we offer:
From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade
Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave
Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area
Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant
Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)
Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home
Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible
Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways
Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons
Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel