Procurement Officer

Sea Global; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading London-based airport organization is seeking a Procurement Officer to enhance their team during a busy phase of procurement system development. The successful candidate will take on key responsibilities in managing tenders, negotiating with suppliers, and supporting strategic procurement initiatives. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced procurement professional looking to grow in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a procurement/buyer role across indirect categories.
• Knowledgeable of FTS and Public or Utilities Contract Regulations.
• Confident, proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of strategic category strategies across multiple areas of spend.
• Negotiate prices with suppliers to generate cost savings.
• Support the Senior Category Managers and Head of Procurement with ongoing projects.

Skills

Procurement experience

Negotiation skills

Relationship management

Job description

Title: Procurement Officer

Location: Luton/Hybrid

Sea Global are delighted to be partnering with a leading London based Airport organsiation who are looking to expand the team as the Procurement function continues to grow. They are in the final stages of building a new procurement system and are looking to add a procurement professional to support the team during this busy phase and beyond.

Reporting into the Senior Category Manager, they are looking for someone who has a few years’ experience within procurement and is comfortable running public tenders. Ideally someone who has a rnage of experience across different indirect categories and they are open to people from different industries who have public or utilities contract regulations experience.

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Role & Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of the strategic category strategies across multiple areas of spend.
• Support delivery of procurement and category management using best practice, sourcing and managing large tenders within regulations.
• Negotiate prices with suppliers to generate cost savings for the business.
• Develop and nurture relationships with internal colleagues and external suppliers.
• Support the Senior Category Managers and Head of Procurement with ongoing projects when needed.

Experience & Requirements

• Experience working in a procurement/buyer role across indirect categories.
• Knowledgeable of FTS (Find a Tender Service) and Public or Utilities Contract Regulations.
• Comfortable running tenders on their own and end-to-end procurement.
• Should be a confident, proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment.