Environmental Procurement Specialist

Allen-Associates; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Flexible working

Training & development support

Pension scheme

Collaborative team in scenic setting

Job summary

Allen-Associates in Oxford is seeking a Procurement Coordinator to manage procurement for an environmental restoration programme. You will lead sourcing, contract management, and supplier negotiations, ensuring compliance and transparency across funded projects.

The role requires strong organisational skills, experience with procurement systems, and the ability to work with land managers and diverse suppliers. Flexible working and a supportive team culture are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement, involving contract management, sourcing, and supplier negotiations.
• Familiarity with public funding regulations and compliance standards.
• Experience with Excel, procurement software, and financial management systems.
• Ability to work with farmers and land managers, understanding rural and agricultural challenges.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail in managing multiple procurement tasks.

Responsibilities

• Leading the sourcing and purchasing of services, materials, and supplies critical to the programme's success.
• Managing supplier relationships, background checks, and keeping abreast of the latest service technologies to ensure high standards.
• Facilitating contract negotiations, ensuring compliance with public funding requirements, and maintaining transparent procurement procedures.
• Supportning the administration of contracts, including collation of timesheets, expenses, invoices, and resolving queries.
• Applying procurement best practices across a range of sectors, including site-based schemes and back-office functions such as IT and office facilities.
• Assisting with securing private sector funding and bidding for future work by leveraging procurement experience.

Skills

Procurement

Contract management

Sourcing

Supplier negotiations

Public funding compliance

Organisational skills

Tools

Excel

Procurement software

Financial management systems

Job description

Allen-Associates in Oxford is seeking a Procurement Coordinator to manage procurement for an environmental restoration programme. You will lead sourcing, contract management, and supplier negotiations, ensuring compliance and transparency across funded projects.

The role requires strong organisational skills, experience with procurement systems, and the ability to work with land managers and diverse suppliers. Flexible working and a supportive team culture are offered.