Procurement Officer - MOR11038

Moray Council; Elgin; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Scotland is seeking a Procurement Officer to assist in the delivery of their Corporate Procurement service. The role requires significant experience in Finance Procurement and a CIPS Level 4 qualification. Responsibilities include supporting the development of procurement policies and training, ensuring efficient processes, and providing guidance on procurement regulations. The position offers a competitive salary and full-time hours.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in general Finance Procurement and/or Business Management.
• CIPS Level 4 – or currently working towards CIPS Level 4.
• Computer literate with excellent MS Office skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering the Corporate Procurement service.
• Provide support for the Council’s Procurement Policy and guidance.
• Ensure efficiency in procedures and documentation.
• Develop and deliver the Council Procurement Training Programme.

Skills

Experience in Finance Procurement

MS Office skills

Organizational skills

Understanding of procurement processes

Excellent communication skills

Analysis and research skills

Education

CIPS Level 4

Job description

Job Description

The Procurement Officer is responsible for assisting with the delivery of the Corporate Procurement service, covering governance, accountability, guidance, support, project administration and training of council tendering and contracting processes.

Requirements

Provide advice and support for the development and delivery of the Council’s Procurement Policy, Strategy, Procedures and Guidance Library in line with regulations.

Assist in ensuring that the Section is adequately prepared for changes in regulations affecting all aspects of procurement and support the development of any resultant impact on procedures and processes.

Ensure all procedures and related processes are developed to deliver an efficient process and appropriately documented. To use these procedures to directly support departmental Lead Officers in allocated procurement projects.

To participate in the development and delivery of the Council Procurement Training Programme.

Assume the role of Lead Officer for appropriate corporate, national and sectoral contracts.

The Individual

Significant experience in general Finance Procurement and/or Business Management

CIPS Level 4 – or currently working towards CIPS Level 4

Computer literate with excellent MS office skills/abilities

Organised and capable of excellent time management

Knowledge of procurement processes

Understanding of finance control and administration including experience implementing new procedures

Flexible approach to new working practices and technologies

Working knowledge of and a commitment to the importance of confidentiality.

Team player, experienced in using own initiative and manage workload whilst accepting direction/delegation

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to relate well with all levels of staff

Excellent analytical and research skills

Works well under pressure to tight deadlines

Flexible and open to change to meet the needs and demands of the service

Closing Date: 3 October 2025

Starting Salary: £44,938.40

£23.84 per hour

36.25 Hours per Week

Proposed Interview Date: TBC

For further information, contact Daniel Littlewood 01343 563138