Procurement Officer – Children’s Services (Hybrid)

Lynx Employment Services Ltd; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A procurement services provider is hiring a Category Officer for Children’s Services in Oxford. This hybrid role requires strong procurement and contract management skills, with a focus on public sector governance. Responsibilities include managing procurement requests, compliance with regulations, and liaising with stakeholders. The ideal candidate has a CIPS Level 4 qualification and experience in Children’s Services. This opportunity offers flexible working, a supportive team, and significant career advancement potential.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to lead significant procurement projects

Qualifications

• Experience in public sector procurement, particularly within Children’s Services or Education.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Completed Procurement Act 2023 assessment.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement requests and a busy shared inbox.
• Handle RFQs and the full procurement processes.
• Liaise confidently with Commissioners and suppliers.

Skills

Public sector procurement

Contract management

Organisational skills

Communication

Education

CIPS Level 4 (MCIPS) qualification or higher

Tools

Atamis

ProContract

Job description

A procurement services provider is hiring a Category Officer for Children’s Services in Oxford. This hybrid role requires strong procurement and contract management skills, with a focus on public sector governance. Responsibilities include managing procurement requests, compliance with regulations, and liaising with stakeholders. The ideal candidate has a CIPS Level 4 qualification and experience in Children’s Services. This opportunity offers flexible working, a supportive team, and significant career advancement potential.