Interim Procurement Officer

Michael Page; West Kirby; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an Interim Procurement Officer for a public sector role based in Liverpool, North West England. You will manage end-to-end procurement, including tendering, contract awards, and supplier evaluation to ensure value for money.

You'll work with internal stakeholders, ensure regulatory compliance, maintain records, monitor supplier performance, and drive continuous process improvements during a 3-month assignment.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement, ideally within the public sector.
• Strong knowledge of procurement regulations and compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to manage multiple procurement projects efficiently.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement processes, including tendering and contract award.
• Ensure compliance with public sector procurement regulations and policies.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify procurement needs and develop strategies.
• Evaluate supplier proposals and negotiate terms to achieve value for money.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation.
• Monitor supplier performance and address any issues that arise.
• Provide advice and support on procurement best practices to colleagues.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of procurement processes.

Skills

Procurement experience

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Records management

Process improvement

Job description

As an Interim Procurement Officer in Liverpool's public sector, you'll play a vital role in managing procurement processes to ensure the efficient delivery of goods and services. This temporary position offers the chance to directly support operational goals and contribute to smooth supply chain operations.

Client Details

This role is based within the public sector in the North West.

Description

• Manage end-to-end procurement processes, including tendering and contract award.
• Ensure compliance with public sector procurement regulations and policies.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify procurement needs and develop strategies.
• Evaluate supplier proposals and negotiate terms to achieve value for money.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation.
• Monitor supplier performance and address any issues that arise.
• Provide advice and support on procurement best practices to colleagues.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of procurement processes.

Profile

A successful Interim Procurement Officer should have:

• Experience in procurement, ideally within the public sector.
• Strong knowledge of procurement regulations and compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to manage multiple procurement projects efficiently.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

Job Offer

This is an interim 3 month assignment for a leading public sector organisation based in the North West for an interim Procurement Officer, offering up to 450 p/day (Inside IR35).