At a Glance
- Tasks: Support procurement processes and contract management in a dynamic team.
- Company: Join a friendly team dedicated to transparent public sector spending.
- Benefits: Genuine career development opportunities and a collaborative work environment.
- Other info: Apply now and be part of a team that values your contributions!
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in procurement with meaningful, impactful work.
- Qualifications: Organised, detail-focused individuals eager to learn and grow.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Are you highly organised, detail-focused, and looking to build a career in procurement or contract management? We're looking for a Procurement Support Officer to provide high-quality administrative, coordination and systems support to our Procurement & Contracting Team. You'll support our Contract Manager and Procurement Officers to ensure the smooth, compliant and timely delivery of procurement processes, low-value procurements, contract administration, governance documentation and transparency obligations.
You'll be a key enabler for:
- Procurement planning and low-value procurement activity
- Tender administration
- Contract register maintenance
- E-tendering and publication requirements
- Reporting, data analysis and compliance tasks
- Contract performance administration
- Maintenance of procurement templates and internal resources
What You'll Be Doing
- Procurement Process Support
- Assist with preparing procurement documentation: ITTs, evaluation templates, clarification logs and award reports
- Support tender administration on the e-tendering portal: setting up projects, uploading documents, coordinating clarifications, issuing notifications and maintaining audit trails
- Contract Register & Record Keeping
- Update and maintain the Contract Register in line with transparency requirements
- Log and update waivers, extensions, variations and supporting approvals
- Stakeholder Engagement & Coordination
- Communicate with internal stakeholders to gather information for procurement processes and approvals
- Manage shared inboxes, respond to routine queries, and escalate
- Compliance, Governance & Transparency
- Ensure procurement files are complete, accurate and audit-ready
- Support preparation of governance papers: award recommendations, exemptions, variations and risk assessments
- Contract Management Support
- Support the Contract Manager in collecting and recording supplier performance data, KPIs and monitoring returns
- Assist with documentation of contract variations, extensions, change controls and amendments
- Help schedule contract review meetings, prepare agendas, take notes and follow up actions
Why Join Us?
- Genuine development opportunities into a career in public procurement or contract management
- A collaborative, friendly team environment
- Meaningful work supporting transparent, compliant public sector spending
Key Details
Closing Date: 16th July 2026. We reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier if sufficient applications are received.
As part of your application, you'll be asked to submit a supporting statement. This is your opportunity to shine and tell us how your knowledge, skills and experience make you a great fit for this role, with reference to the Job Description and Person Specification. We're keen to understand your experience, approach and what you would bring to the team.
Ready to launch your procurement career? Apply today!
Procurement Support Officer - Cambridgeshire in Colne employer: CAMBRIDGESHIRE AND PETERBOROUGH COMBINED AUTHORITY
Join our dynamic team in Cambridgeshire as a Procurement Support Officer, where you'll find a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. We offer genuine opportunities to advance your career in public procurement while engaging in meaningful work that ensures transparency and compliance in public sector spending. With a focus on teamwork and professional development, this role is perfect for those looking to make a real impact in their community.
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CAMBRIDGESHIRE AND PETERBOROUGH COMBINED AUTHORITY Recruitment Team
