Procurement Officer – Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service

National Fire Chiefs Council Limited.; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional fire service authority in the United Kingdom is seeking a motivated Procurement Officer to join their team. This role involves supporting procurement activities, ensuring compliance with legislation, and creating partnerships with suppliers. Candidates should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a strong proficiency in Microsoft Office. The position offers a competitive salary and several benefits, including flexible working arrangements and professional development support.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working

Generous leave entitlement

Public sector pension

Professional development support

On-site gym facilities

Free onsite parking

Access to an emergency services discount card

Use of occupational health unit

Qualifications

• Ability to foster strong relationships with suppliers, stakeholders, and colleagues.
• Skills to implement best practices for value for money in procurement.
• Understanding of legislation and internal governance in procurement.

Responsibilities

• Support all procurement activities across the organisation.
• Implement best practices to achieve optimal value for money in procurement.
• Drive cost-effective solutions while maintaining quality.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Financial and budgetary reporting

High-level numeracy skills

Job description

Procurement Officer – Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service

Job Summary

Job Role Title: Procurement Officer
Salary: Grade F £35,412 – 39,152
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full time
Number of hours per week: 37 hours per week
Job Share: No

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS) is seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a Procurement Officer. If you have a passion for ensuring value for money, impeccable contract and supplier management skills, and an ability to maintain strong relationships while ensuring compliance with legislation and internal governance, this is the role for you!

Benefits you will receive

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working
• Generous leave entitlement plus public holidays
• Public sector pension (subject to pension scheme rules)
• Full support for ongoing professional development
• On-site gym facilities
• Free onsite parking
• Access to an emergency services discount card
• Use of our occupational health unit

Recruitment Schedule

Closing date: 23:59 on 7 January 2026
Interview and test date: w/c 19 January 2026

If you are invited to interview, you will be assessed against the NFCC Leadership Framework. The highest level relevant to the role is outlined in the person specification for the position you are applying for. The interview may include both behavioural and role-specific questions to assess your suitability. You will also be asked a question exploring your understanding of, and commitment to, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in the workplace.

Job Objectives

• Support all procurement activities across the organisation, from sourcing to contract management.
• Implement best practices to achieve optimal value for money in all procurement processes.
• Drive cost-effective solutions without compromising on quality or efficiency.
• Ensure thorough adherence to legislation, regulations, and internal governance in all procurement processes.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with colleagues and suppliers to ensure a continuous and collaborative partnership.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to converse effectively and provide clear advice.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build successful relationships with suppliers, stakeholders, and colleagues, and promote a positive departmental culture.
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, with a solid foundation in financial and budgetary reporting and high-level numeracy skills.