Interim Procurement Officer

JR United Kingdom; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public sector organization is seeking an Interim Procurement Officer for a 3-month contract, likely to be extended. The chosen candidate will lead the end-to-end procurement processes, manage frameworks, and contribute to social value objectives. This flexible, hybrid role allows for remote work, with occasional onsite commitments.

Qualifications

• Experience leading and delivering multiple tenders in accordance with public sector regulations.
• Strong knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day running of procurements.
• Engage and lead the end-to-end procurement process.
• Manage frameworks and support the recruitment process.

Skills

Knowledge of public sector regulation

End-to-end procurement processes

Delivering social value objectives

Education

CIPS qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

Duration: 3 months (likely to be extended)

Working Arrangement: Full-time, Hybrid (once a week to once a month onsite - highly flexible)

Location: Manchester + remote

On behalf of our public sector client, Panoramic Associates is seeking an Interim Procurement Officer to join a public sector organization based in the North West.

Our client is looking for someone who can hit the ground running and support the day-to-day running of procurements. You will engage and lead the end-to-end procurement process, manage frameworks, and potentially support in the recruitment process. This role involves supporting across categories, with a focus on professional services and place.

• CIPS, working towards, equivalent, or evidence of CPD.
• Strong knowledge of public sector regulation, including the Procurement Act 2023.
• Experience in end-to-end procurement processes.
• Experience leading and delivering multiple tenders in accordance with public sector regulations.
• Experience delivering social value objectives and/or working in the place/professional services categories.