Procurement Officer

MPI have a requirement for Procurement Officers to work in Sealand, Flintshire CH5 2LS

Contract is for approx 3 months

Rate of pay:- £14.66 per hour, all hours worked (days)

Main duties of the role

Determine the appropriate commercial actions for requirements including supply market analysis, draft strategy plans, contract management plans and facilitate key aspects of the delivery. Ensure all contracts adhere to procurement regulations and Government policy.

Ensure transactional activities are being performed on our clients ERP system and all activities within the team are carried out in accordance with the relevant company business processes.

Support and advise the business with its procurement needs using the appropriate strategies and routes to market. Obtaining best value for defence by utilising existing Government frameworks, draft Invitation To Tender (ITT) and contract documentation in accordance with MOD policy and legislation.

Manage tender processes and associated activities, including the organisation of evaluations and the key stakeholders involved.

Negotiate terms and pricing, place and manage contracts and contract amendments up to a maximum delegation of £0.25M in accordance with set guidelines and conditions outlined in the individual’s delegation letter and MOD policy.

Maintain and develop supplier relationships, assessing and appraising performance on a regular basis, resolving invoice queries, delivery issues and manage spend to assess year on year savings.

Develop and maintain productive working relationships with the wider Commercial team, drive continuous improvement and implement process improvements.

Person specification 

CIPS Level 4, would be desirable but is not essential.
Proficient IT skills including Microsoft Office and ability to use IT systems.
Previous experience working in a purchasing or Procurement role.

Duration

Initially, 3 months, with a possibility of extension.