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Your new companyYour new company is a truly unique organisation within the public sector. They work closely with central government to deliver value for money which delivers critical services for the United Kingdom, and you could be at the heart of the commercial activity! Your new roleThe Procurement Officer will be responsible for supporting procurement activity and providing stakeholders across the organisation with specialist guidance and advice on the best routes to market, and those which deliver optimal value for money, often through the use of Government-approved frameworks. You will negotiate pricing and contractual terms with suppliers, and you will build and maintain business-critical supplier relationships. This may entail resolving any invoicing queries, supply chain issues, and managing spend to assess year-on-year savings. The Procurement Officer will ensure that contracts adhere to the relevant procurement regulations and policies.What you'll need to succeed
- Some experience in a procurement role, such as a Procurement Officer, Procurement Assistant or similar
- Ideally, you will be working towards CIPS qualification
- Good IT skills and able to pick up new systems
- Strong communication skills
What you'll get in return
- An initial temporary contract which is anticipated to last 6 months
- £16.79 per hour via PAYE (inc. holiday pay)
- Opportunity to apply for a permanent position which comes with AMAZING benefits, including a 28% pension contribution, 36 days holiday, and CIPS studies funded
- Hybrid working, with up to 2 days working from home after initial training period
What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
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