Procurement Officer TLNT1_NI in Belfast

Belfast | Hybrid working | £26,746.35 to £35,133.93 DOE

Praxis Care is one of the largest charitable organisations operating across the island of Ireland, supporting children and adults living with mental ill health, learning disabilities, autism and dementia. As the organisation continues to strengthen its procurement function, Praxis Care is seeking to appoint a Procurement Officer to join its growing procurement team. This is an opportunity to join a values led organisation where your work will directly support the delivery of essential services to some of the most vulnerable people in Northern Ireland.

Reporting to the Procurement Manager, you will play a key role in managing transactional procurement activity, supporting contract management, coordinating supplier relationships and ensuring procurement processes run smoothly across the organisation. The role offers significant variety and exposure. You will be involved in everything from contract tracking and invoice approvals to supplier sourcing, tender support and procurement administration. Your contribution will enable the Procurement Manager to focus on larger strategic projects as procurement expands into new areas of the organisation.

For someone with a positive attitude, strong organisational skills and a genuine interest in procurement, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a highly supportive and flexible environment.

Why join Praxis Care?

• Supportive and inclusive working environment
• Compassion, integrity, teamwork, innovation and resilience underpin everything they do
• Hybrid working, with a typical arrangement of three days in the office and two from home
• Flexible working and flexi-time arrangements (ability to build up to 2 days per month flexi)
• Paid annual leave (23 days) increasing with service | 10 x bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Occupational sick pay
• Confidential counselling service
• Employer-funded healthcare options
• Continuous professional development and recognised qualifications
• Refer-a-friend bonuses
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Long service awards

Full job specification and benefits brochure available upon request.

What we're looking for:

An understanding of both the procurement landscape and the specific requirements of the third sector would be ideal, although this is not essential. If you can demonstrate related experience, with a commitment to driving positive change and continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply.

Essential criteria:

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C or above, or equivalent and 2 years experience in a similar role OR 3 years experience in a similar role.
• Experience in contract preparation or contract management
• Experience in supporting a procurement process
• Negotiation skills
• Excellent working knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Skills and competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to analyse data and understand financial information
• IT skills

Attributes:

• Enthusiastic and flexible
• Highly driven
• Energetic in approach

Desired criteria:

• Working knowledge of public sector procurement
• Social care sector understanding
• Experience of project management tools

Please note that our client does not hold a sponsorship licence at this time, therefore, full right to work in the UK (without sponsorship) is required.

Working arrangements:

The role is based in Belfast, with Hybrid and flexible work options. During the initial onboarding period, the successful candidate will be expected to work on site to support training and integration.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit your CV in confidence to Kelly Jennings at Kelly Jennings & Associates. For a confidential discussion about the role, working arrangements or your suitability, please contact our team directly.

Please note that our client does not hold a sponsorship licence at this time, therefore, full right to work in the UK (without sponsorship) is required.

Praxis Care has appointed Kelly Jennings & Associates on a sole agency basis to recruit for this assignment. Neither Kelly Jennings and Associates nor Praxis Care will be liable for fees arising from third party introductions.