Procurement Officer

Panoramic Associates; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Procurement Officer to join a public sector client. This role offers a permanent position with a hybrid working arrangement, focusing on procurement projects that impact national security. Ideal for candidates looking to grow in a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Generous Holiday Entitlement

Strong Pension Scheme

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in public sector procurement.
• Strong understanding of public sector procurement regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support Category Managers in delivering procurement projects.
• Coordinate contract and supplier management.
• Ensure compliance with procurement regulations.

Skills

Public Sector Procurement

Spend Analysis

Contract Management

Stakeholder Liaison

Education

CIPS Qualification

Tools

E-Procurement Tools

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Director of GD&S - Servicing clients that are critical to our National Security. Co-Organiser of The Defence Series.

Job Title: Procurement Officer
Salary: £30,000 - £38,000
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Arrangement: Full-time, Hybrid (predominantly remote)
Location: North West, UK & Remote

Panoramic Associates is supporting our public sector client to recruit a Procurement Officer on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional looking to advance their career within a supportive organisation known for developing internal talent, many senior staff have progressed from within.

The role offers flexible working, including mostly remote arrangements, generous holiday entitlement, a strong pension scheme, and ongoing opportunities for professional development in public sector procurement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Category Managers in delivering procurement projects, conducting options appraisals, and managing tender and contractual arrangements in line with regulations and deadlines.
• Coordinate contract and supplier management, maintain accurate records, and support market engagement to drive best value.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with Contract Procedure Rules, public procurement legislation, and ethical standards, while promoting continuous improvement and collaborative practices.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, supervise Procurement Assistants, and contribute to strategic procurement objectives.

Essential Criteria:

• CIPS qualified, working towards, or evidence of relevant CPD.
• Proven experience in public sector procurement, ideally within a politically influenced environment.
• Strong understanding of public sector procurement regulations, including completed training on the Procurement Act 2023.
• Experience managing end-to-end procurement processes.
• Skilled in spend analysis to support procurement decisions and report on savings, local spend, compliance, and social value.
• Confident using e-procurement tools and platforms.
• Familiar with category strategies and their implementation.
• Strong commercial and market awareness.

Desirable Criteria:

• Supervisory experience.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Expertise in contract and supplier management.
• Experience in place-based procurement categories.

If you're ready to take the next step in your procurement career and make a meaningful impact in the public sector, please submit your CV today.