Assistant Procurement Manager

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement consortium in the UK is seeking an Assistant Procurement Manager to join their team in Reading. This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to advance their procurement careers within a supportive environment, where the culture promotes learning and growth. The position involves managing mini-competitions, ensuring contract compliance, and building relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

Benefits

25 days holiday (increasing to 30)

Private healthcare

Strong benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in a Procurement or similar role.
• Knowledge of DPS and public sector regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support framework mini-competitions and contract awards.
• Ensure contracts comply with regulations and meet needs.
• Develop relationships with colleagues and clients.

Skills

Proactive attitude

Strong work ethic

Relationship-building

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Tools

e-procurement platforms

Job description

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Salary & Package: £40,000 + 25 days holiday (increasing to 30) + private healthcare + an additional strong benefits package!

Sea Global are proud to be partnering with one of the UK’s most respected procurement consortiums and framework provider, who deliver genuine value and cost savings for housing associations and local councils across the country through smart and efficient procurement practices.

Having supported the growth of this procurement team over the last couple of years, we’re pleased to say that everyone we've placed is still thriving in the business. This is a true testament to the culture, leadership, and progression on offer here.

With continued expansion and an increasing demand for their services, the team is now looking for a Assistant Procurement Manager to join their collaborative and forward-thinking function.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build on their procurement foundations and grow within a supportive and well-established team.

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Key Responsibilities

• Support framework mini-competitions, direct contract awards and DPS tenders
• Ensure contracts are compliant and meet specific needs of members and the public contract regualtions
• Work with the Procurement Manager on new contracts, mini-competitions, and direct contract awards
• Develop and nurture relationships with internal colleagues and external clients

Experience & Requirements

• Experience in a Procurement or similar role ready to step up
• Knowledge relating to DPS, e-procurement platforms and frameworks
• Experience working with public sector regualtions (PCR 2015/Procurement Act)
• A proactive, positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop
• Strong work ethic and can manage multiple priorities at once