Procurement Officer

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated recruitment agency is seeking a Procurement Officer for Natural Resources Wales in various locations across Wales. This position involves supporting procurement strategies, contract management, and fostering professional relationships. Previous procurement experience is a plus. The role offers flexible working, generous annual leave, and a commitment to inclusivity. Candidates with an interest in developing Welsh language skills are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Agile and hybrid working

Civil Service Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Continuous development support

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement exercises is advantageous but not essential.
• Passion for risk-based, customer-focused service delivery is required.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of NRW Procurement Strategy for best practice.
• Coordinate award of medium to low risk contracts and advise.
• Provide expert advice on procurement issues.

Skills

Procurement exercises

Customer-focused service delivery

Education

Membership of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply

Job description

The Opportunity:

Procurement Officer

Salary: £32,544

Natural Resources Wales (NRW) is at the heart of making sure Wales' natural resources are being used sustainably so that future generations can benefit from them.

Offering agile working, flexible working and remote working with generous annual leave allowances, civil service pension, CPD and a wide range of health & wellbeing benefits ensures that Natural Resources Wales remains an employer of choice for job seekers across Wales and beyond.

Yolk Recruitment is working in partnership with Natural Resources Wales to recruit a Procurement Officer to play a pivotal role in supporting the sustainable management of Wales' natural resources through expert procurement and contract management.

The postholder can be based in any one of their offices across Wales: Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Bangor, Dolgellau, Welshpool, Aberystwyth, Llandrindod Wells, Lampeter, Neath Port Talbot, Resolven, Swansea, Llandovery, Cross Hands, Haverfordwest, Cardiff.

The Role

As a procurement officer you will:

• Support the senior advisor, you will Support the delivery of specific elements of the NRW Procurement Strategy, to deliver best practice in procurement and contract management across NRW
• Oversee and coordinate the award of medium to low risk contracts, advising on procurement process, governance & outcomes
• Support the delivery of an integrated and professional procurement service, providing expert advice to clients on procurement issues.
• Support the identification of cost improvement opportunities
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with both internal and external customers, suppliers and partners

What we're looking for

You'll bring:

• Previous experience of undertaking procurement exercises would be advantageous but not essential
• There will be an expectation for study towards Membership of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply
• A passion for risk-based, customer-focused service delivery.

Welsh Language Requirement:

Level A1 - Entry: Ability to understand and use basic phrases.
Don't meet this yet? Don't worry - NRW will support your learning journey.

Reward

Working for NRW means being part of a supportive, inclusive, and purpose-driven organisation. We offer:

• Agile and hybrid working - your nearest NRW office will be your base.
• Civil Service Pension Scheme - with employer contributions of 28.97%.
• Generous annual leave - starting at 28 days, rising to 33.
• Continuous development - including leadership programmes and higher education support.
• Wellbeing support - including a weekly wellbeing hour.

To Apply:

To access the full job description, please contact Branwen Johns at Yolk Recruitment.

To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV and cover letter outlining how you meet the essential criteria on the full job description.

Closing Date: Monday, 18th August

Interview Dates: Thursday, 4th and Friday, 5th September

NRW are passionate about creative a diverse workforce and positively encourage applications from under-represented communities. They embrace quality of opportunity irrespective of disability, neurodivergence, ethnic origin, colour, nationality, gender expression and gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, culture, or religion. They put the principles of human rights, equality, fairness, dignity, and respect at the heart of their values.

NRW are committed to equal opportunities and guarantee interviews for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Yolk Recruitment is the exclusive recruitment partner to Natural Resources Wales and therefore all applications will be managed by the team at Yolk following NRW's own fair and transparent recruitment process.