Procurement Officer

local.gov.uk; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the UK is seeking an experienced Procurement Officer for a full-time role within their Procurement Team. This position involves ensuring compliance with legislation in procurement activities and providing strategic guidance. The successful candidate must have public procurement experience, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work independently. Flexible working options are available, with competitive benefits. The closing date for applications is January 9, 2026.

Benefits

Annual leave entitlement of 32 days p/a PLUS public holidays

Local Government pension scheme

Discounted Solent ferry travel

Island bus network discount

Cycle to work scheme

Staff parking permit scheme

Discounted island sports & leisure gym membership

National and local discounts & benefits schemes

Relocation scheme up to £8,000 (subject to criteria)

Travel allowance for commuting from mainland (subject to criteria)

Qualifications

• Previous demonstrable experience in public procurement is essential.
• Strong organisational skills and capacity to grasp new concepts quickly.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Ensure procurement and contract activities comply with legislation.
• Support procurement activities in commissioning services and goods.
• Contribute to maximising savings and enhancing outcomes.

Skills

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Strong collaboration skills

Commitment to achieving Value for Money

Creative and adaptable approach

Clear and concise communication skills

Job description

Employer : Isle of Wight Council

Location : Isle of Wight

Salary : £37,955 to £40,787 per annum

Contract Type : Permanent

About the Role and You

We are excited to share an excellent opportunity for an experienced Procurement Officer to become part of the Procurement Team within Legal Services at the Isle of Wight Council. This is a full‑time, permanent position offering flexible working arrangements. The Council’s Corporate Procurement Team plays a vital role in delivering expert support across a broad spectrum of procurement activities. We are looking for a professional with proven experience who can offer strategic advice and guidance to Council Officers.

This position will be integral in ensuring the Council’s procurement and contract activities remain fully compliant with current legislation and covering the full end to end procurement process. As part of a friendly and dynamic team of eight, the successful candidate will contribute to maximising savings and enhancing outcomes when spending public money in commissioning services, goods, and works, covering all requirements within the Adult Social Care and Housing directorate.

Previous demonstrable experience in public procurement is essential, alongside strong organisational skills and the capacity to quickly grasp new concepts. The successful candidate must be self‑motivated, able to work independently, and possess a thorough understanding of the legal framework governing public procurement.

We are seeking a candidate who demonstrates the following key attributes:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with client departments.
• Strong collaboration skills, working seamlessly with the Project Team to ensure timely delivery of procurement projects.
• Commitment to achieving Value for Money in all procurement activities.
• Creative and adaptable approach to designing procurement strategies tailored to specific requirements.
• Clear and concise communication skills, both verbally and in drafting documentation and instructions for both clients and suppliers.

For further information or an informal discussion, please contact Lesley Kinnear at [e-mail]

This role is office‑based; however, it also offers some agile or remote working and potential for majority home working for the right candidate.

If you have previously applied for this role during the period of October to November 29th, there is no need to reapply.

Job Description

Your Next Package

Join #TeamIWC and you'll receive our staff benefits package, including:

• Annual leave entitlement of 32 days p/a PLUS public holidays!
• Local Government pension scheme
• Discounted Solent ferry travel
• Island bus network discount
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff parking permit scheme
• Discounted island sports & leisure gym membership
• National and local discounts & benefits schemes
• Relocation scheme of up to £8,000 may be available for some roles (subject to criteria)
• Travel allowance may be available if commuting from the mainland (subject to criteria)

To Apply

To apply please follow this link : Procurement Officer | Isle of Wight Council

Closing date:09 January 2026

Interview date: To be advised