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.
Contact Detail:
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