Procurement Project Advisor

VanRath; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

City Centre location

12-month contract

Competitive salary

Job summary

VanRath is seeking a dynamic procurement professional to join a fast-paced team in Belfast. You will support projects, drive value for money, and ensure compliant procurement activities across a large organisation.

The role involves assisting Category Managers, managing end-to-end tender exercises, and building strong internal and supplier relationships. A hybrid work pattern and a 12-month temporary contract are offered, with a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Experience within a procurement function or department in a large organisation.
• Proven success delivering procurement benefits such as savings, efficiencies and sustainability.
• Hands-on experience managing end-to-end tender exercises, including use of online tendering portals.
• Studying towards CIPS Level 4 or committed to completing within two years.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement projects by delivering efficient and compliant activities in line with legislation and best practice.
• Assist Category Managers and stakeholders in developing procurement and commercial strategies.
• Identify risks and advise on appropriate mitigation measures.
• Prepare and review procurement and tender documentation to high standards.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams and suppliers, providing expert procurement advice.
• Support contract management and supplier performance to ensure value for money.

Skills

Procurement experience

Tendering

Stakeholder management

CIPS Level 4 (studying)

Communication

Education

CIPS Level 4 (studying)

Tools

Online tender portals

Job description

Looking for your next challenge in procurement? Join a dynamic and fast-paced procurement team where you'll play a crucial role in supporting projects, delivering value for money, and ensuring compliant procurement activities across a large, well-established organisation.

Salary/ Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working arrangements
• 12-month temporary contract
• City Centre location

About your next employer

This organisation is a significant player in its sector, operating within a large-scale, complex environment with a dedicated procurement function. They work across diverse projects, utilising key technologies and market intelligence to optimise procurement strategies. The team is collaborative and driven, with strong leadership supporting innovation and efficiency in procurement practices.

About you

• Experience working within a procurement function or department in a large organisation
• Proven success in delivering procurement benefits such as savings, efficiencies, and sustainability
• Hands-on experience managing end-to-end tender exercises, including use of online tendering portals
• Studying towards CIPS Level 4 or committed to completing within two years
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

What you'll do

• Support procurement projects by delivering efficient and compliant activities in line with legislation and best practice
• Assist Category Managers and stakeholders in developing procurement and commercial strategies
• Identify risks and advise on appropriate mitigation measures
• Prepare and review procurement and tender documentation to high standards
• Build strong relationships with internal teams and suppliers, providing expert procurement advice
• Support contract management and supplier performance to ensure value for money