Job Description Job Title: Senior Procurement Officer
Rate: £400pd
Working instructions: Remote
Assignment Length: 3 Months
Main Purpose of Job:
To adopt a customer focused approach to directly lead on, or support Category Specialists and Assistant Category Specialists, on end-to-end procurement, commercial and contracting strategies for goods, works and services within a nominated category of spend.
Develop and deliver effective procurement strategies aligned with the Council’s objectives, working closely with key stakeholders across designated service areas.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal teams, elected members, external partners, and suppliers.
Lead procurement programmes and manage stakeholder engagement to ensure successful project delivery.
Provide expert advice and innovative solutions to drive efficiency, value for money, and cost savings across the Council.
Review, develop, and implement procurement policies, procedures, and documentation to ensure best practice.
Oversee procurement compliance with legislation, the Council’s Constitution, and internal policies.
Contribute to and lead key elements of procurement service planning and delivery.
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