Procurement Officer

Sea Global; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company in the transport sector is seeking dynamic Procurement Officers to join their team. This role offers the chance to work on exciting indirect projects in Fleet or IT, where you will lead procurement excellence and strategic sourcing. With a supportive team environment, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact from day one. Ideal candidates will have experience in regulated environments and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Join a forward-thinking organization that values your contributions and offers a robust benefits package, including free train travel.

Benefits

Free train travel for you and one other

Strong benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in indirect procurement, especially in Fleet or IT categories.
• Exposure to regulated environments like Utilities or Public Contract Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement including tenders and supplier negotiations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure best value and practices.

Skills

Indirect procurement

Supplier management

Contract management

Strategic sourcing

Problem-solving

Job description

Title: Procurement Officer

Location: Derby / Hybrid

Salary & Package: £50,000 + bonus + free train travel for you and one other + an additional strong benefits package!

Sea Global is proud to partner with an outstanding organisation at the forefront of the Transport sector. With exciting growth underway, they’re looking for 2x Procurement Officers to join their dynamic and fast-paced procurement function.

There are two exciting roles available, this is your chance to work on exciting indirect projects across the Fleet or IT categories.

Ideally, you will have experience working in a regulated environment within the Public or Utilities regulations (OJEU/PCR/PA/UCR).

Whether you’re an experienced professional looking to broaden your skill set or an up-and-coming procurement professional, this role offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact from day one while being part of a tight-knit, supportive team.

Please read on and get in touch for more details:

Role Responsibilities

• Partner with the wider procurement team to deliver procurement excellence across the designated category.
• Lead on end-to-end procurement, including tenders, strategic sourcing, contract management, and supplier negotiations.
• Develop and execute strategic category plans.
• Negotiate and implement robust contractual agreements that align with business goals.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to ensure best value and adherence to best practices.

What You’ll Bring

• Indirect procurement experience across either Fleet or IT (Software, Hardware, Cloud, Digital, Telecoms)
• Exposure to regulated environments e.g. Utilities Contract Regulations (UCR) or Public Contract Regulations (PCR) / Procurement Act (PA)
• Strong supplier management skills and a knack for navigating fast-paced environments.
• End-to-end procurement and category management expertise.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a focus on achieving results.