Procurement Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An established not-for-profit organisation is seeking an Assistant Procurement Officer to enhance procurement services for public sector clients. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop your procurement knowledge while contributing to meaningful projects that positively impact local communities. You will support tender processes, collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, and provide excellent service to members. Join a supportive and values-driven team that prioritizes professional development and flexible working arrangements after probation. This role is perfect for those early in their procurement career looking to make a difference.

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 and able to produce accurate, high-quality work.
• Confident communicator with excellent written and verbal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of member mini competitions, including tender creation.
• Assist in evaluating supplier applications and tender submissions.
• Draft legal and procurement documentation in line with regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Understanding of public procurement

Education

CIPS Level 3 (or studying towards)

Job description

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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

• 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
• 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.