Procurement and Contract Officer - WMF2275e

Westmorland and Furness Council; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in England is seeking a Procurement and Contract Officer to join their skilled team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing procurement activities that support local services and enhance community outcomes. This role offers opportunities for collaboration with various stakeholders and a range of benefits including a competitive pension scheme and enhanced annual leave.

Benefits

competitive pension scheme

enhanced annual leave

various perks and discounts schemes

Qualifications

• Must have proven experience in procurement.
• Ability to manage contracts effectively.
• A strong analytical mindset is required.

Responsibilities

• Work within the Commissioning and Procurement Team.
• Procure services that meet local residents' needs.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders to achieve outcomes.

Skills

great communication skills

experience in tendering and contract management

excellent analytical skills

ability to work collaboratively

Job description

Overview

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 Officer.

If successful, 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 local 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 experience in procurement, who wants to make a difference. To be successful in the role you must have:

• great communication skills
• experience in tendering and contract management
• excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• a desire and ability to work collaboratively to effect change

This is a high-profile role and 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 information: 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 attachments below:

• Post Specification
• Role Profile

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 26 October 2025

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.