Procurement Assistant

Distinct; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic not-for-profit organisation is seeking an Assistant Procurement Officer to enhance procurement services for public sector clients. This role offers a chance to develop your procurement skills while working on impactful projects that benefit local communities. Join a supportive and values-driven team that fosters a positive work environment, with opportunities for training and development. If you're early in your procurement career and eager to learn, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your expertise in a meaningful setting.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

5% matched pension contributions

Health cash plan

Supportive team culture

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail with a focus on producing high-quality work.
• Confident communicator with excellent written and verbal skills.
• Experience or understanding of public procurement is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of member mini competitions and tender creation.
• Assist in evaluating supplier applications and tender submissions.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and procurement legislation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

IT proficiency (Microsoft Office)

Time management

Understanding of public procurement

Education

CIPS Level 3 (or studying towards)

Job description

Assistant Procurement Officer

Location: Derby (Hybrid options post-probation)

Salary: £27,199 – £32,052 (depending on experience and qualifications)

Hours: 37 hours per week

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• 5% matched pension contributions
• Health cash plan
• Supportive, values-driven team culture
• Training and development opportunities

Are you early in your procurement career and looking to build your experience in a supportive and purpose-led organisation?

A dynamic not-for-profit organisation is looking for an Assistant Procurement Officer to support the delivery of compliant and efficient procurement services for a wide-ranging public sector client base. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your knowledge of frameworks, DPS agreements, and public procurement regulations while working on meaningful projects that benefit local communities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the delivery of member mini competitions, including tender creation, clarifications, and contract awards
• Assist in evaluating supplier applications and tender submissions
• Draft legal and procurement documentation in line with regulations
• Carry out supplier financial checks
• Advise members on procurement processes (with guidance from senior colleagues)
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and current procurement legislation
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure excellent member service

About You:

• Strong attention to detail and able to produce accurate, high-quality work
• Confident communicator with excellent written and verbal skills
• Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• IT proficient, especially with Microsoft Office
• Experience or understanding of public procurement, frameworks, and DPS preferred
• Studying towards CIPS (Level 3) or keen to start is a plus

Desirable Experience:

• Working knowledge of the Public Contracts Regulations
• Previous experience in procurement or tendering within the public sector
• Awareness of the social housing or wider public services sector
• You’ll be joining a small, friendly team committed to making a positive impact through procurement. The organisation fosters a positive, flexible, and developmental work environment, with hybrid working offered after probation.

Interested?

If you'd like to learn more about the role, click 'apply' and I’ll be in touch. Alternatively, feel free to find me on LinkedIn – Bethan Kirby at Distinct Recruitment. You’re welcome to drop me a message or a connection request, and we can have a chat from there.