Procurement Officer

Page Personnel; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in Birmingham is seeking a Procurement Officer for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves supporting procurement strategies, conducting market research, and managing supplier relationships. The successful applicant will possess knowledge of procurement practices in the public sector and hold a Level 4 Certification from the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply. Competitive salary ranges from £41,500 to £45,300 per annum with generous benefits.

Benefits

Generous holiday leave

Pension scheme benefits

Opportunity to impact public sector procurement

Qualifications

• Knowledge of current procurement regulations.
• Experience in public sector procurement.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement strategy through research and analysis.
• Conduct market and supplier research.
• Manage procurement projects to ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Knowledge of procurement practices

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Education

Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Level 4 Certification or equivalent degree

Job description

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• 12 month fixed-term contract, Hybrid working

About Our Client

This public sector organisation operates within the Birmingham area and is a medium-sized entity. It is committed to delivering efficient and effective services to the community through structured procurement and supply chain strategies.

Job Description

Key responsibilities:

• Support sub-category and overall procurement strategy using research, analysis, and process tools.
• Conduct market, supplier, and product research to inform sourcing decisions.
• Lead or support strategic sourcing and benchmarking activities.
• Develop and manage supplier relationships to ensure value for money and strong performance.
• Draft and negotiate new contracts, ensuring compliance with UK/EU regulations.
• Identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency and support savings targets.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand needs and resolve procurement issues.
• Monitor supplier performance and take corrective action where necessary.
• Manage procurement projects to deliver on time and within budget.
• Represent the team through external networking and benchmarking.
• Prepare reports and presentations on procurement matters.
• Ensure procurement activity is proactive, strategic, and adds value.
• Escalate complex or high-risk issues to the Procurement Manager.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Procurement Officer should have:

• Knowledge of procurement practices in the public sector.
• Member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (minimum of Level 4 Certification) or equivalent degree.
• Knowledge of current procurement regulations.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills to manage supplier relationships effectively.
• The ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £41,500 to £45,300 per annum.
• 12 month fixed-term contract with the opportunity to make a significant impact.
• Generous holiday leave and pension scheme benefits.
• Opportunities to work within a structured and supportive environment in Birmingham.
• A chance to contribute to the public sector and enhance procurement processes.