Procurement and Contract Assistant - WMF2132e

Westmorland and Furness Council; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Westmorland and Furness Council is seeking a Procurement and Contract Assistant to join their dynamic Procurement team. This permanent position will involve collaboration across various teams to effectively procure essential services and goods for the community, contributing to improved outcomes and value for money.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave allowance

Various perks and discounts

Qualifications

• Innovative and creative individual with skills in procurement.
• Strong interest in making a difference in the procurement field.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the Procurement and Contract Assistant team.
• Procure services, goods, and works to meet resident needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of tendering principles

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Collaborative work

Job description

Have you ever considered working in Procurement? An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Commissioning and Procurement Team for a highly motivated individual to work as a Procurement and Contract Assistant.

The post is a permanent post.

Ifsuccessful, you would work as part of a highly skilled Procurement team, covering areas including Capital Projects, Corporate, Children’s and Adult social care services.

Our objective is to procure services, goods and works, which meet the identified needs of residents, deliver improved outcomes, achieve value for money and support the Council Plan.

Who we are looking for…

We are looking for an innovative and creative individual with skills, knowledge, and an interest in procurement, who wants to make a difference. To be successful in the role you must have:

• great communication skills
• knowledge of the principles of tendering and contract management
• excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• a desire and ability to work collaboratively to effect change

This role will provide you with the opportunity to work alongside a range of people, both within the Council and from other agencies and key stakeholder groups.

What can we offer you!

Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site.Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)

Would you like to find out more?

For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:

• Post Specification
• Role Profile

If you have any queries about this role or would like an informal chat about this opportunity, then please contact Bev Kent – Service Manager Procurement,[e-mail].

To apply please click theApply Nowlink below.