Procurement Project Officer A Local Authority in the Morden area are actively seeking a Procurement Project Officer to work within the Commercial Services. Permanent Position | Location: Morden, SM4 | Salary: £42k per annum | Hybrid working (2/3 days in the office) Role Context: Procurement at Merton continues to evolve and to achieve challenging targets, LBM requires skilled, commercially motivated professionals to help achieve significant savings. The role will be pivotal in driving forward and challenging the Council's approach to Category Management and its Make or Buy agenda. The role will also be integral in assisting the Council deliver its strategic priorities and its Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS), in line with the changes being brought about by the new Public Procurement Act. An ability to explore and deliver value for money at all stages of the Procurement cycle is integral to the success of this role. Role Overview: Provide professional procurement resource to support and advise internal and external partners such that all LBM procurement decisions deliver. Assist in the implementation of the Commercial Services Business Plan, the Council's Category Management approach and its Make vs. Buy agenda by providing a professional procurement service to all clients across the Council. Work alongside clients to assist in the delivery of the Council's MTFS. Work alongside clients, primarily on medium to high value-risk procurements and guide clients through procurement governance, legislation, use of the e-tendering portal, etc. (with the support of a Category Advisor where appropriate). Candidate Profile: Candidates must either have, be working towards or be willing to work towards a CIPS Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply (level 5), within a mutually agreed timescale, and adhere to the Institute's Code of Conduct. Strong knowledge and practical experience of the public procurement rules. Proven experience of applying UK public procurement regulations and the techniques used in managing UK procurement/tender processes and of participating in multi-disciplinary project teams. A comprehensive Job Description will be provided upon assessment of suitability Desired Experience: Knowledge and understanding of the public procurement rules. An understanding of the process and practicalities of purchasing through PCR procedures. Ability to champion the benefits of good procurement practices within the Council. For further details or to apply, kindly submit your interest, and a detailed Job Description will be shared with suitable candidates. We offer a market leading referral scheme of up to £250 so if you know of someone who may also be looking for an exciting career opportunity To apply for this role please email & call Dane on 01772 954 200.