We have an excellent opportunity available for an IT Procurement and Contracts Specialist to join our motivated procurement team at here Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis. As the IT Procurement and Contracts Specialist, you will play an integral role in providing specialist procurement advice and contract management, focussing on IT contracts. This is a great time to join as we have exciting upcoming projects with CRM, Data Analytics, Property, Planning and Enforcement systems. This role will support the corporate strategy and priorities, ensuring these are based on evidence and align with the Council’s aims. This will include ensuring services, programmes, projects, and employees are working towards a common set of outcomes as specified in the Corporate Plan and IT Service Plan. Benefits: Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including: ⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays ⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme ⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline ⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts ⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office) ⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes ⭐ And much more Key responsibilities: Support procurement activity to deliver the Council’s IT strategy Work alongside Council colleagues including colleagues in IT Develop an organisation wide performance management framework, including highlighting procurement and contract risks and opportunities, coordinate performance data from IT, Providing high quality IT procurement related support and advice. Explore innovative ways to deliver the Council’s Plan outcomes. Candidate requirements: Good knowledge and experience of public sector procurement regulations, with a specific focus in the IT category. Experience and excellent understanding of the Public Contracts regulations 2015 and the implications of the procurement act 2023 Experience in IT procurement Relevant professional qualifications such as Chartered Institute of Procurement and supply or a recognised business qualification Strong IT skills specifically in PowerPoint and Excel Experience of using e-procurement software Our Area Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside. We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. The borough has a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life. If you are interested and would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Darren James, IT Procurement and Contracts Manager - darren.jameswokingham.gov.uk Closing date: 2 nd February 2025 Interview date: Week commencing 10 th February 2025 If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.