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Procurement Policy Officer

Procurement Policy Officer

Cedar

Posted 12 days ago, valid for 12 days

Swindon, Wiltshire SN1 2ED, England

£38,000 - £45,600 per annum

Full Time

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Cedar is supporting a Public Sector client in hiring a Procurement Policy Officer for a permanent position.
The role offers a salary of £31,797, along with 28 days of annual leave, CIPS funding after probation, and a 26% employer pension contribution.
The position allows for flexible hybrid working, mainly home-based with one required office visit per week in Swindon or Newport.
Candidates should have a relevant degree, preferably in law, or a professional qualification in procurement, along with an understanding of Public Sector Procurement Policy.
Strong attention to detail and good communication skills are essential for this role.

Cedar are exclusively supporting a Public Sector clientwho are looking to hirea Procurement Policy Officer. This role is a permanent job opportunity with a salary of £31,797 on offer. The role also offers 28 Days Annual Leave (plus Bank Holidays), CIPS Funding (on completion of your probation period) and an Employer Pension Contribution of 26%. These roles offer flexible hybrid working, as the role will be mainly Home Based, but you will be required to go into the office in either Swindon or Newport1 day per week.

Reporting into the Head of Category, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that there is proper compliance with the overall Category Sourcing Strategy, Procurement and Contract Procedure Rules, Financial Regulations, and UK Legislation on public procurement and contract management. The role will require you to respond/manage FOI's, Policy Development/Review and managing templates to ensure accuracy. This role also offers a lot of great training and development opportunities.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Relevant degree, a degree in law would be advantageous, or a professional qualification related to procurement
Understanding of Public Sector Procurement Policy and the upcoming changes in the Procurement Act
Strong attention to detail and good communication skills

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