Procurement Officer

Grafton Recruitment International; Greater Manchester, Stockport; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Greater Manchester is seeking an experienced Procurement Officer to manage procurement projects and contracts. The role involves providing procurement advice, coordinating tender processes, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies. The ideal candidate will have strong stakeholder management skills and a background in procurement, with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave

Lifestyle benefits

Opportunity to study for a CIPS qualification

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in procurement or purchasing role.
• Experience in structured procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Managing procurement projects and guiding stakeholders.
• Coordinating tender processes and managing contracts.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Service Improvement

Cost Savings

Education

CIPS Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Job description

Procurement Officer

Stockport

c.£35,000

Permanent Role

We are working on an exclusive basis with a client in the Stockport area to appoint an experienced procurement professional who will be responsible for the tendering and contract management of a broad range of goods and services across various commodity areas.

You will be responsible for managing procurement projects, guiding stakeholders through the procurement process, implementing contracts, identifying savings, and tracking supplier performance.

Responsibilities:

1. Providing procurement advice internally and managing procurement projects.
2. Supporting stakeholders in tender processes and procurement requirements.
3. Coordinating tender processes, writing tender documents, and managing contracts.
4. Developing and updating procurement systems and controls.
5. Monitoring and managing supplier performance and contract compliance.
6. Providing reports and ensuring compliance with procurement policies and procedures.

Requirements:

1. Previous experience in a procurement or purchasing role.
2. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; SAP knowledge is advantageous.
3. Experience in structured procurement processes; public sector procurement experience is a plus.
4. Experience in preparing tenders, contracts from templates, and managing supply contracts.
5. Ability to deliver service improvements and cost savings.
6. Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
7. Experience in monitoring and recording supplier performance and KPIs.

Benefits:

1. 25 days of annual leave.
2. Lifestyle benefits, including discounts on various retailers and services.
3. Opportunity to study for a CIPS qualification.
4. Pension scheme.
5. Life assurance.
6. Progression opportunities.

If you are interested in the role, please apply via the provided link or contact Adrian Harrison, Principal Consultant - Procurement Recruitment. We offer application and accessibility support; please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We are committed to protecting your privacy; please review our privacy policies at Marks Sattin Privacy Policy and Grafton Privacy Policy.