Procurement Officer

Sea Global; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded Education institution is seeking a Procurement Officer to join their dynamic team in Cardiff. This role involves managing procurement processes across Estates and FM categories and requires experience in public sector procurement. The position offers considerable benefits, including 43 days of annual leave.

Benefits

43 days annual leave

Strong benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience across full procurement lifecycle.
• Knowledge of PCR2015, Procurement Act, OJEU, UCR.
• Estates or FM experience ideal but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement processes across Estates and FM.
• Run compliant and commercially sound tenders.
• Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers.

Skills

Procurement experience

Knowledge of public procurement regulations

Relationship building

Education

CIPS qualification

Job description

Title: Procurement Officer

Location: Cardiff / Hybrid

Salary & Package: £40,000 - £45,000 + 43 days annual leave and a further strong benefits package

Sea Global are proud to be supporting a well-regarded Education institution in their search for a Procurement professionalto join their dynamic and growing team.

Following significant investment into procurement and a strong pipeline of strategic projects, this is an exciting time to come on board. The function is well-embedded within the organisation and operates with full backing of the leadership team.

Reporting into a forward-thinking Procurement Director, you'll help manage the Estates and Facilities Management (FM) category – a critical area with high visibility and impact. From day one, you’ll be supporting tenders and helping to influence key stakeholders across the University.

This opportunity would suit someone with a background in public sector procurement who’s looking to broaden their experience and work on meaningful, tangible projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support end-to-end procurement processes across Estates and FM, from tendering through to supplier management
• Run compliant and commercially sound tenders, including Frameworks
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers
• Develop and implement strategic category plans aligned with long-term objectives

Experience & Requirements

• Procurement experience across the full lifecycle
• Knowledge of public procurement regulations (PCR2015, Procurement Act, OJEU, UCR etc.)
• Estates, Hard or Soft FM experience would be ideal – but not essential
• CIPS qualification is desirable, but not mandatory