Procurement Officer

SF Recruitment; Alfreton CP; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

SF Recruitment are seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Officer in the Alfreton area. The role offers hybrid working and involves taking ownership of end-to-end tendering, supporting frameworks, DPS and call-off contracts within a public sector environment.

You will publish notices, manage online procurement portals, and lead tender evaluations while ensuring compliance with the Procurement Act. Candidates should have strong communication, stakeholder management, and IT skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in public sector procurement and understanding of The Procurement Act.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full tender process from initial research through to contract award.
• Create high-quality tender documentation, including specifications, evaluation criteria, and legal agreements.
• Publish tender notices and adverts in line with current procurement regulations.
• Manage procurement activities via an online procurement portal, ensuring full compliance with the Procurement Act.
• Lead tender evaluations, including complex pricing analysis and coordination of evaluation panels.
• Prepare and manage legal documentation relating to framework and DPS agreements.
• Undertake financial due diligence, including credit checks on suppliers and contractors.
• Provide guidance to stakeholders on mini-competitions, supporting tender documentation and evaluation processes.
• Ensure all procurement activity aligns with internal policies, procedures, and current legislation.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of public sector procurement regulations and best practices.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to provide procurement advice and maintain framework integrity

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Stakeholder management

Organisation

IT skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Procurement Officer

Location: Alfreton

Salary: up to £38k

Hybrid Working

SF Recruitment are exclusively working with a Derbyshire Organisation. We are seeking a detail oriented and knowledgeable Procurement Officer to deliver a compliant, efficient, and high-quality procurement service within a public sector environment. This role will take full ownership of the end-to-end tendering process, supporting frameworks, dynamic purchasing systems, and call-off contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full tender process from initial research through to contract award
• Create high-quality tender documentation, including specifications, evaluation criteria, and legal agreements
• Publish tender notices and adverts in line with current procurement regulations
• Manage procurement activities via an online procurement portal, ensuring full compliance with the Procurement Act
• Lead tender evaluations, including complex pricing analysis and coordination of evaluation panels
• Prepare and manage legal documentation relating to framework and DPS agreements
• Undertake financial due diligence, including credit checks on suppliers and contractors
• Provide guidance to stakeholders on mini-competitions, supporting tender documentation and evaluation processes
• Ensure all procurement activity aligns with internal policies, procedures, and current legislation
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of public sector procurement regulations and best practices
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to provide procurement advice and maintain framework integrity

Skills & Experience

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and concisely
• High attention to detail and commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality work
• Proven experience building and maintaining effective stakeholder relationships
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise, multitask, and meet deadlines
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new systems quickly

To be considered for this role it is essential you have previous experience working in a procurement role within the public sector and have knowledge and understanding of The Procurement Act.