At a Glance
- Tasks: Support procurement processes and ensure timely operations for impactful outcomes.
- Company: Join EPNE, a transformative education organisation dedicated to unlocking potential.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous holidays, flexible working, and extensive wellbeing support.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to inclusion and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in education while developing your procurement skills.
- Qualifications: Studying towards CIPS Diploma in Procurement and Supply is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 27000 - 33000 £ per year.
About Education Partnership North East (EPNE): At EPNE, our purpose is to "unlock potential, create opportunities, and transform lives through outstanding education, skills and training". We tackle inequalities, remove barriers, and improve the life chances of the people and communities we serve. We nurture a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, where our staff can thrive and grow.
About the Candidate: The College is looking for an individual who will align with College Values, boldly approach the future with confidence and energy, communicate openly and transparently with integrity, strive for excellence, and show energy and drive to pursue new opportunities.
About the Role: The Procurement Officer will have responsibility for operational procurement, ensuring all transactional operations completed by the Procurement Administrator are done in a timely manner. The role involves developing knowledge and applying Public Sector Contracting in line with Public Sector Regulations.
Role Responsibilities:
- Support an effective and professional procurement service that delivers quality and Value for Money (VfM) outcomes.
- Lead on procurement processes, engineering tender portfolios to deliver successful contractual outcomes that provide VfM for all EPNE stakeholders.
- Provide guidance and support to the Procurement Administrator on trials and evaluations of services and equipment.
- Ensure compliance with UK Contracts Regulations, Financial regulations, operational policies, and procedures.
- Develop professional working relationships with the Finance Team and other internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications: Studying or working towards CIPS Diploma in Procurement and Supply is desirable.
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Working knowledge of operating within organisational policies.
- IT skills literate in Microsoft packages, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to plan and prioritise own workload.
Desirable Skills & Experience:
- Skills applicable to engineer RFQ, Tender Documents, Sourcing frameworks, benchmarking.
- Ability to provide clear support and advice relating to procurement and organisational planning to various stakeholders.
- Working knowledge of e-procurement systems.
What's in it for you? Join EPNE and you'll be part of a culture that prioritises your development and wellbeing, which includes an extensive benefits package, generous holiday allowance, family leave, flexible working options, access to myLifestyle benefits platform, dental, eye care & health cash plans, extensive wellbeing support, free parking, and free gym access at Bede Campus.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion: At EPNE, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences. We encourage individuals who may not meet every requirement to apply if they believe they can make a positive contribution. We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive, and high-performing environment where everyone can thrive.
Due to the nature of this post, you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check. We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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