Senior Procurement and Contracts Officer
Location: Bournemouth
Contract: Temporary (4 month initial)
Rate: £27 Per Hour Umbrella (PAYE Inc.£24.30, PAYE Exc.£21.68)
Start date: ASAP
Contact: miraj.hussen@servicecare.org.uk
Job Description
Service Care Solutions is recruiting a Senior Procurement Officer for a local authority in Bournemouth. This key role involves managing high-value procurement processes, ensuring compliance with public sector regulations, overseeing supplier performance, and fostering stakeholder relationships.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional to make a significant impact in delivering value-for-money services and driving strategic procurement improvements.
Main Responsibilities
* Lead end-to-end procurement processes for high-value, complex contracts, ensuring compliance with UK public procurement laws, council policies, and best practices.
* Oversee supplier performance and manage contracts, including drafting terms, negotiating conditions, and resolving disputes in collaboration with Legal and Finance teams.
* Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to foster collaboration, identify cost-saving opportunities, and enhance service delivery.
* Ensure adherence to public procurement regulations and council governance procedures, maintain accurate records, and contribute to risk and quality management strategies.
* Monitor procurement and contract performance, deliver value for money, support financial management, and drive innovation and sustainability in procurement practices.
Candidate Requirements
* Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
* Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) qualification or equivalent (desirable).
* Management qualification or demonstrable experience in leading teams or projects effectively.
* In-depth knowledge of public sector procurement frameworks, including compliance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.
* Significant experience managing complex public sector procurement processes, including developing specifications, KPIs, and evaluation models.
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