Procurement Specialist

Civil Nuclear Constabulary; Culham; Hybrid; GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization is seeking a Senior Procurement Officer based in Culham. The role involves leading tenders, ensuring compliance with procurement processes, and managing contracts. Applicants must be MCIPS Level 6 qualified with experience in public sector procurement. The position offers a salary up to £46,849, hybrid working, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

27.5 days annual leave

Generous pension scheme

Annual bonus scheme

Flexi-time working

Subsidised on-site facilities

Qualifications

• Previous experience of public sector procurement and framework agreements.
• Ability to manage procurement for a wide range of goods/services.
• Fully MCIPS Level 6 qualified.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end tenders from inception to award.
• Identify risks and ensure compliance with procurement processes.
• Negotiate and manage contracts; stay updated on procurement law.

Skills

Public sector procurement expertise

Negotiation skills

Contract management

Education

Level 6 MCIPS qualification

Job description

Overview

Based at HQ Culham, Oxfordshire (hybrid working). Salary up to £46,849 (dependent on experience) plus a £2,000 South East allowance per annum and generous benefits package. Permanent, 37.5 hours per week.

About the organisation

The Civil Nuclear Constabulary (CNC) is an armed police service dedicated to the nuclear industry. Our vision is to be recognised as a provider of a world-class service for the protection of nuclear material and facilities. Given the critical nature of our work, we recruit skilled and committed professionals to our hard-working team.

Role summary

Our Procurement team is undergoing growth, and we’re looking for someone to provide an ongoing and senior level procurement service within the CNC. Procurement at the CNC is a critical matter to ensure we meet legal obligations and achieve value for money. You will identify, scope, evaluate, award and implement a broad range of contracts on behalf of the Police Authority and Constabulary.

You’ll be involved in projects by providing proactive support and expertise to customers and managing the contractual/procurement aspects. You’ll also contribute to the evolution of the Constabulary’s commercial terms and conditions, policies and working practices. This will involve challenging and quality-assuring work undertaken by senior CNC managers in relation to procurement and contractual undertakings. You’ll lead tenders from end-to-end, identify risks, and implement CNC and government strategic procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end tenders from inception to award within the public sector procurement framework.
• Identify risks and ensure compliance with CNC and government procurement processes.
• Provide procurement expertise to stakeholders and manage a wide range of goods and services (including Professional Services, IT, FM, Travel/Fleet).
• Negotiate and manage contracts; stay updated on procurement/contract law and strategies.
• Support evolution of procurement policies and working practices; ensure value for money and legal compliance.

Qualifications

Applicants must have:

• Previous experience of public sector procurement and framework agreements.
• Fully MCIPS Level 6 qualified (please indicate Level 6 MCIPS on your application).
• Ability to provide procurement expertise to a range of stakeholders and procure a wide range of goods/services.

Benefits

• 27.5 days annual leave (rising after 2 years’ service) plus Bank Holidays.
• Additional 30 minutes time worked during the week to accrue extra leave (period between Christmas and New Year).
• Generous pension scheme (20.7% employer, 8.2% employee) with a substantial annual contribution.
• Flexi-time working scheme.
• Annual Bonus scheme – up to 7% of salary depending on performance.
• Subsidised Costa Coffee and restaurant on site.
• Blue Light Card discounts for emergency services, NHS and Armed Forces.
• Free on-site parking and good local transport links.
• Enhanced family-friendly and wellbeing policies; hybrid working.
• Cycle to Work scheme.

Culture and equal opportunities

As police staff, we uphold high standards, values and professional qualities at all times. CNC values and the Code of Ethics apply to all police staff, and you are responsible for displaying the highest standards.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion are central to our organisation. We value diverse experiences and identities and are committed to embedding ED&I commitments so CNC is an employer of choice where everyone feels included. ED&I efforts are supported by affinity networks, the ED&I team, and HR.

Vetting information

Please watch the video links below for an overview of the vetting process you will undergo if successful in your application:

• Vetting: An Overview - https://youtu.be/lRit8RA7Zpo
• Vetting and Finances - https://youtu.be/JmZP7r-9MEE
• Vetting and Life Experiences - https://youtu.be/jVPHvgpB8nc