Procurement Officer
Wakefield Council
Wakefield One, Burton St, Wakefield WF1 2EB
£28,598 - £31,537 Grade 6, £32,061 - £34,434 Grade 7, £35,412 - £38,220 Grade 8, 37 hours, Permanent
Permanent
Full time
NEW
Join Our Ambitious Commercial Team at Wakefield Council
At Wakefield Council, we\'re doing things differently. Our Commercial Team plays a vital role in delivering the Council\'s ambitions - making a real difference to our communities.
As we grow our commercial expertise, we\'re looking for individuals with strong commercial acumen and a passion for public service to join our flexible, forward‑thinking team.
Whether you\'re starting your career or looking to take the next step, we offer opportunities across multiple categories, tailored to both organisational needs and your personal development goals.
What our colleagues say:
\"Having started my career in the Central Procurement Team as an interim, I was so impressed with the expertise, dedication and support of colleagues in providing a professional service to our stakeholders through smart sourcing and collaboration, such that I applied for, and was successful in landing, the post permanently\".
Ideal for early‑career professionals or those exploring a move into procurement.
What You’ll Do:
- Support procurement across diverse service areas such as construction, social care and highways.
- Gain hands‑on experience in procurement processes and contract management.
- Contribute to meaningful projects that impact local communities.
What We’re Looking For:
- Office‑based experience (procurement or purchasing preferred).
- Enthusiastic, team‑oriented and eager to learn.
- Interest in developing commercial skills in a public sector setting.
Why Join Wakefield Council?
- Flexible working (37 hours/week).
- Local Government Pension Scheme.
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
- Discounted public transport (Arriva, Northern Trains, MetroCard).
- Access to leisure facilities, retail discounts, cycle‑to‑work scheme and more.
Please note that this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received.
Want to Know More?
If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Zoe Robinson.
Tel: 07787 165 415
E-mail: zrobinson@wakefield.gov.uk
