Procurement Officer

Networking Women in the Fire Service; Birstall; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A public service organization in Birstall is seeking a motivated Procurement Officer who will support procurement activities and ensure compliance with relevant legislation. The ideal candidate should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ensuring value for money while maintaining strong relationships with suppliers. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits, including flexible working options and professional development support.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working

Generous leave entitlement

Public sector pension

On-site gym facilities

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement activities and contract management.
• Ability to ensure compliance with legislation and internal governance.
• Demonstrated skills in building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support all procurement activities across the organisation.
• Implement best practices in procurement processes.
• Ensure adherence to legislation and internal governance.
• Drive cost-effective solutions in procurement.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

High proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Financial and budgetary reporting

Job description

Job Summary

Job Role Title: Procurement Officer

Salary: F £35,412 – 39,152

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full time

Number of hours per week: 37 hours per week

Job Share: No

Opening: 24 December 2025

Closing date: 23:59 on 7 January 2026

Job Summary

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS) is seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a Procurement Officer. If you have a passion for ensuring value for money, impeccable contract and supplier management skills, and an ability to maintain strong relationships while ensuring compliance with legislation and internal governance, this is the role for you!

Benefits you will receive:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working
• Generous leave entitlement plus public holidays
• Public sector pension (subject to pension scheme rules)
• Full support for ongoing professional development
• On-site gym facilities
• Free onsite parking
• Access to an emergency services discount card
• Use of our occupational health unit

You will automatically be enrolled into the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), which is a tax‑approved, defined‑benefit occupational pension scheme. Your contributions are based on your earnings, and you can choose from different income options when you retire.

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We have signed up with a number of nationally recognised organisations that promote equality, diversity and inclusion and we are working with them to help us achieve our objectives. These organisations include:

• Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion (ENEI)
• Department of Works and Pension’s Disability Confident scheme
• Asian Fire Service Association (AFSA)

Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Annual Allowance or Lifetime Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge. A breach in the Lifetime Allowance threshold will result in a Tax charge. Further information on Annual Allowance and Lifetime Allowance can be obtained from our Pensions team.

Please take note that Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship.

Hybrid working may be considered for this role.

Recruitment Schedule

Closing date: 23:59 on 7 January 2026

Interview and test date: w/c 19 January 2026

If you are invited to interview, you will be assessed against the NFCC Leadership Framework. The highest level relevant to the role is outlined in the person specification for the position you are applying for. The interview may include both behavioural and role-specific questions to assess your suitability. You will also be asked a question exploring your understanding of, and commitment to, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in the workplace.

Job Objectives

• Support all procurement activities across the organisation, from sourcing to contract management.
• Implement best practices to achieve optimal value for money in all procurement processes.
• Drive cost-effective solutions without compromising on quality or efficiency.
• Ensure thorough adherence to legislation, regulations, and internal governance in all procurement processes.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with colleagues and suppliers to ensure a continuous and collaborative partnership.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to converse effectively and provide clear advice.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build successful relationships with suppliers, stakeholders, and colleagues, and promote a positive departmental culture.
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, with a solid foundation in financial and budgetary reporting and high‑level numeracy skills.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to equality and diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, gender, gender identity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age, or any other protected characteristic.