Procurement Assist is a dynamic and innovative procurement services provider specialising in Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (PCR) compliant Public Sector procurement.
Due to business expansion we are looking for a highly motivated and experienced procurement professional to join our Cheshire West team based in Ellesmere Port as Senior Procurement Officer. This position offers career progression for the right individual.
Our Members are Public Sector organisations based throughout the UK and are from all areas of the public sector, including but not limited to NHS, Local Authorities, Charities, Emergency Services, Housing and Education.
The purpose of the job role is:
* To operationally support the Procurement Executive Team in the delivery of procurement projects on behalf of Members in line with their procurement strategy.
* Provide a full end to end project management solution to deliver Further Competitions from Dynamic Purchasing Systems and Framework Agreements.
* Ensure the Member’s key objectives are met and delivered (cost savings / value for money / compliance).
* To provide market leading compliant procurement services on behalf of Members.
* To deliver compliant Further/Mini Competitions in line with key business objectives for Members.
* To provide Members with advice and support on procurement and project workflow management.
What we require from you:
* Significant (a minimum of 3 years’) Public Sector procurement experience.
* You will be a highly motivated and experienced PCR 2015 procurement professional (working knowledge of Private Sector procurement will be an advantage but not essential) who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and has a demonstrable record of delivering successful outcomes.
* You will have full understanding of the needs and demands of Public Sector Members.
* The ability to manage and deliver multiple concurrent projects on time and to budget, as agreed with key stakeholders, including Members.
* Strong eye for detail - ‘right-first-time’ approach to service management and delivery.
* PC Literate with knowledge of MS applications e.g. Word, Excel.
* Knowledge of BiP Solutions / In-Tend or similar e-procurement system is desirable.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interface and influence a wide range of internal / external customers – in adjacent functions and on senior management levels.
* Experience of working under pressure to strict deadlines and the ability to prioritise workload.
* Analytical, commercial, and will possess strong interpersonal / communication skills.
* Can do attitude, with a solution focused approach.
* Excellent relationship management skills with the ability to work collaboratively with internal & external teams.
* The successful candidate will need to be resilient, have attention to detail with a positive approach.
* Have the right attitude to working in a fast-paced environment, with the fastest growing procurement solutions provider in the UK, and aspire to progress quickly to managerial level.
Qualifications:
* Educated to A level or above.
* Certification in PRINCE2 (or equivalent) Project Management.
* Attained, or working towards CIPS Level 4 certificate (or equivalent).
If you feel this is the right opportunity for you and you have the necessary skills and experience as listed above we would love to hear from you.
No Agencies please.
Procurement Assist do not accept unsolicited, Head-hunter or Agency CV’s and will not pay any third-party, Agency or Company in respect of the resourcing of candidates for this role.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £37,000.00-£42,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
* Yearly bonus
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company pension
* Free parking
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
* Private medical insurance
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Experience:
* Microsoft Excel: 1 year (required)
* Procurement: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 30/11/2024
Reference ID: Procurement Assist Snr Procurement Officer
Expected start date: 01/02/2025
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