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Procurement Officer

Morgan Hunt UK Limited

Glasgow

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

30 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Procurement Officer to manage IT contracts effectively. This role involves strategic sourcing and commercial management, allowing for full ownership and autonomy. The ideal candidate will engage with stakeholders, prepare tender documentation, and conduct market research to develop effective contract strategies. With a focus on driving cost efficiencies through best procurement practices, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within a well-known public sector organization. If you have excellent negotiation skills and a strong analytical mindset, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

  • Erfahrung im öffentlichen Beschaffungswesen ist wünschenswert.
  • Starke Verhandlungs- und Kommunikationsfähigkeiten erforderlich.

Responsibilities

  • Engagement mit Stakeholdern zur Einhaltung gesetzlicher Vorgaben.
  • Vorbereitung von Ausschreibungsunterlagen und Unterstützung bei Vertragsentscheidungen.

Skills

Public Sector Procurement
Relationship Building
Negotiation Skills
Communication Skills
Analytical Skills

Job description

Morgan Hunt is representing a well-known Public Sector organisation in Glasgow seeking an experienced Procurement Officer.

The successful candidate will play a key role in strategic sourcing and commercial management of IT contracts, driving cost efficiencies through best procurement practices. This end-to-end role offers full ownership and autonomy, making it ideal for a proactive, forward-thinking individual with a can-do attitude.

Key responsibilities:

  • Engage with stakeholders, guiding on current legislation and internal
  • Prepare tender documentation, including selection and award criteria, and support contract award decisions in compliance with legal and procurement guidance
  • Conduct market research and early market engagement to develop contract strategies, considering factors such as risk, market trends, industry pricing, and supplier positioning
  • Manage assigned contracts, oversee supplier performance reviews, and lead contract management meetings

Skills and experience required:

  • Public Sector Procurement experience is desired
  • Strong relationship building skills
  • Excellent negotiation and communication skills
  • Analytical mindset and ability to solve problems
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