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Procurement & Tendering Officer – 17 Month Contract – Public Sector

Overview

Express Recruitment are currently supporting a large local public services organisation. Our client is looking to recruit a Procurement Officer to join their established team to undertake work on a range of tenders, therefore experience from all category backgrounds will be considered.
The role will involve managing the end-to-end procurement process, including managing tenders for a variety of goods, works and services. The successful candidate will hold experience in in a similar procurement role and will have demonstratable public sector experience, CIPS membership would be preferred.

Why we think this role stands out:

  • Work on meaningful, high-value procurement projects that directly support a vital local public service
  • Take ownership of the full procurement lifecycle, giving you genuine responsibility rather than purely administrative duties
  • Gain exposure to complex public sector tendering, contract management and procurement legislation, helping to develop your careerEnjoy excellent work-life balance with hybrid working (up to 3 days from home after probation) and a stable Monday-Friday role
Skills & Experience
  • Previous experience within a public sector procurement role, with a strong understanding of procurement legislation and tendering processes essential
  • Experience managing the full procurement lifecycle, including tender evaluations and contract award
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, produce reports and identify efficiencies
  • Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships and negotiate effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders
  • CIPS Level 4 qualification (or working towards), or equivalent procurement experience gained in a similar environment
Roles & Responsibilities
  • Manage the end-to-end procurement process for a range of goods and services, from initial market engagement through to contract award
  • Support and lead tendering activities, including preparing documentation, evaluating submissions and ensuring compliance with public sector procurement legislation
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers, providing procurement advice and ensuring value for money is achieved
  • Analyse procurement and financial data to produce reports, identify cost-saving opportunities and support informed purchasing decisions
  • Administer and monitor supplier contracts, procurement systems and product catalogues to ensure accurate records and effective contract management
About Express Recruitment
Express Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, “exceeding expectations every time” of over 267,000 candidates. We supply a diverse range of sectors including Engineering, Technology, Professional Services, Languages, Sales & Marketing, Call Centres, Commercial, Manufacturing, Local Authority, NHS, Education and Voluntary organisations. Find all of our current vacancies on https://bit.ly/3IaEnI7 Not quite found the right role for you yet? Let us do the scrolling for you! Your search for a new role has never been so easy, just fill in our contact form on https://bit.ly/3NHa9NR or give us a call on 0115 924 0010 and we will do the rest for you.
Job Location
Arnold, Nottinghamshire
Salary
c£33,000 per annum FTC
Job Type and Hours
Temporary for approx. 17 months, potential to extend

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