Apprentice Procurement: Learn Sourcing & Supplier Mgmt

Sefton Council; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Sefton Council is seeking a procurement professional to support the Procurement Team in securing high-quality, cost-efficient supplies in line with the Corporate Procurement Strategy and Contract Procedure Rules.

The role focuses on RFQ activities, tender documentation, waiver management, data reporting, and cost avoidance tracking to maximise value for the Council's resources. 36 hours per week for 21 months, with a salary at NMW plus 3% depending on age.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 and related governance for council procurement operations.
• Experience preparing RFQ and tender documentation in line with Contract Procedure Rules.
• Ability to support end-to-end procurement processes, including contract award.
• Capable of maintaining the Contracts Waiver Register and ensuring proper authorisation.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain knowledge of procurement governance and impact on operations.
• Undertake RFQ exercises and prepare tender documents in line with rules.
• Support end-to-end procurement procedures up to contract award and governance.
• Maintain the Waivers Register with accurate information and obtain authorisation.
• Provide spend data analysis and reporting across the Council.

Skills

Procurement knowledge

RFQ / Tender processes

Data analysis

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Sefton Council is seeking a procurement professional to support the Procurement Team in securing high-quality, cost-efficient supplies in line with the Corporate Procurement Strategy and Contract Procedure Rules.

The role focuses on RFQ activities, tender documentation, waiver management, data reporting, and cost avoidance tracking to maximise value for the Council's resources. 36 hours per week for 21 months, with a salary at NMW plus 3% depending on age.