Procurement Officer

Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead; Maidenhead; Hybrid; GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Maidenhead is seeking a Procurement Officer to provide expert procurement advice and manage diverse procurement projects. This full-time role offers a hybrid working arrangement and a salary range of £32,962 - £36,791, increasing for exceptional candidates. The ideal applicant will have strong communication skills and experience in conducting tenders and advising clients on procurement regulations. What’s more, you’ll enjoy benefits like generous leave, a pension scheme, and employee discounts.

Benefits

32 days annual leave

Local Government Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Instant Reward Scheme

Discounts with retailers

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting end-to-end above-threshold tenders.
• Ability to provide guidance on Procurement Regulations.
• Strong analytical and evaluative skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver procurement and contract management advice.
• Support clients in low level self-service procurements.
• Maintain the Council's Contract Register.

Skills

Relationship building

Collaboration

Creative procurement design

Strong communication skills

Job description

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Officer to join us. This is a full-time, permanent role with hybrid working, and a salary of £32,962 - £36,791 per annum (up to £41,613 per annum for exceptional candidates). RBWM has a corporate Procurement Team that supports a diverse range of procurements. We are seeking an experienced Procurement Officer that can provide expert advice and guidance to Council Officers.

The Role

You will report to the Procurement Manager and join a small team of Procurement Officers that deliver procurement and contract management advice and expertise to the Council. The role will involve working across directorates in a diverse range of procurements, which may include IT Systems, IT Products, Social Care services, Public Health Services, Construction, Council and Finance Services.

Your Role Will Involve

• Conducting (independently) end-to-end above-threshold tenders - this will include providing guidance to clients on routes to market, specifications, evaluation methodology and contract management.
• Support client in low level self-service procurements with advice and guidance on the use of templates.
• Providing expert advice on Procurement Regulations and Internal Governance.
• Assist in maintaining the Council's Contract Register and support the Procurement Manager in maintaining governance within the Council.
• Delivering procurements with innovative ideas that meet our budgetary constraints.
• Promoting the reputation of Procurement, by being present and involved in projects.

What We Are Looking For

• Someone that can establish and maintain relationships with the client area.
• Someone that collaborates well with the Project Team, ensuring that a Procurement Project is delivered on time and that Value for Money is achieved.
• Creative and flexible, able to design a procurement that suits the requirement.
• Someone with strong written and oral communication skills.

What We Offer

• 32 days annual leave
• Flexible working including a hybrid working pattern for a better work-life balance. Remote working is available, but you must be able to come into the Town Hall for some work related meetings.
• Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times of annual salary); and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision.
• Free employee parking close to the offices.
• Give As You Earn scheme.
• Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and reward innovative achievement.
• Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information.
• Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals.

RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and innovation in all aspects of its operations. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all as we believe diverse talent makes us stronger.

If you have a disability, are a current or former member of the armed forces or have been part of any formal care system up to the age of 25, you will be guaranteed an interview, should you meet the minimum requirements for the role.

If you wish to discuss this position informally, please contact Lyn Hitchinson, Procurement Manager on [e-mail].