Procurement Coordinator (Hybrid) – Flexible & Growth Opportunities

Michael Page; Gateshead; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Technology for agile working

CPD opportunities

Generous annual leave 28–32 days

LGPS

Hybrid working HQ in Gateshead Baltic?

Salary sacrifice schemes

Job summary

NEPO is seeking a Procurement Coordinator to deliver defined procurement, contract management and stakeholder engagement activity within NEPRO. Working in a fast-paced environment, the postholder will collaborate with the NEPRO team, public-sector customers and suppliers to ensure activity is delivered to a high standard and generates strong commercial outcomes.

The role provides an opportunity for an ambitious procurement professional to build broad experience, take early ownership and

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement, sourcing or commercial activity
• MCIPS qualification or equivalent or active study towards MCIPS Level 5 or above
• Experience with contracts management including performance monitoring and supplier engagement
• Strong commercial acumen with ability to use market insight and data to identify risks and opportunities
• Knowledge of public-sector procurement and applicable regulations

Responsibilities

• Deliver procurement activity from scoping to award and implementation
• Coordinate contract management, performance reporting and risk management
• Develop relationships with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Analyse management information and market insight to identify issues and opportunities
• Support development of plans to improve customer experience and supplier engagement
• Take ownership of activities and progress actions promptly
• Contribute to guidance, case studies and communications to strengthen NEPRO’s market position
• Represent NEPO in meetings, discussions and regional forums
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes and performance
• Contribute to wider NEPO priorities aligning with the role

Skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Commercial awareness

End-to-end procurement

Education

MCIPS qualification or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft 365

e-procurement systems

Data / reporting platforms

Job description

NEPO is seeking a Procurement Coordinator to deliver defined procurement, contract management and stakeholder engagement activity within NEPRO. Working in a fast-paced environment, the postholder will collaborate with the NEPRO team, public-sector customers and suppliers to ensure activity is delivered to a high standard and generates strong commercial outcomes.

The role provides an opportunity for an ambitious procurement professional to build broad experience, take early ownership and