Procurement Specialist (North East)

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit purchasing consortium in Newcastle upon Tyne seeks an experienced Procurement professional to lead procurement processes in the public sector. This full-time role offers a salary up to £45,000 and includes benefits such as remote working opportunities, a local government pension, generous holiday allowances, and support for achieving MCIPS certification. The successful candidate will manage client relationships and ensure compliance with regulations while providing proactive procurement advice.

Benefits

Salary up to £45,000 FTE per annum

Generous discretionary bonuses

Local government pension scheme

38 days holiday

Well-being support

Travel expense reimbursement

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Public Sector Procurement Act 2023.
• Experience of public sector tendering.
• Ability to travel to client sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement processes for facilities, estates, finance, curriculum, and ICT.
• Embed best practices and ensure compliance with UK procurement regulations.
• Manage relationships between clients and suppliers.

Skills

Procurement experience in the public sector or education sector

Strong organisational skills

Positive attitude

Job description

Are you an experienced Procurement professional with public sector experience looking for your next role?

Do you want to make a real difference in the education sector?

Then we have an exciting role for you working within a growing charity organisation!

About Crescent Purchasing Consortium (CPC)

CPC is a not‑for‑profit purchasing consortium that provides compliant purchasing frameworks and specialist advice on spending practices and value for money. We support public sector organisations with a combined non‑pay spend of £441m in the 2023/24 financial year.

What makes us different?

We are award‑winning, recognised as a “Great place to work”, and offer a collaborative environment where your ideas are heard and valued. Competitive salaries, benefits and career development opportunities are provided. We are constantly growing and evolving.

What's the role?

The role is a full‑time position based within the North East of England. Part‑time applications will be considered.

Successful applicants must travel regularly to clients’ premises in the North East and work onsite with educational clients to deliver a comprehensive procurement and tendering service. Travel to other locations may be required.

As part of Crescent Managed Services, you will lead procurement processes for a range of categories, including facilities, estates, finance, curriculum and ICT, and other projects and services. You will embed best practice, ensure compliance with UK procurement regulations and legislation, and help achieve cost savings.

You will report to the Procurement Manager and provide proactive procurement advice to all levels of personnel, managing relationships between clients and suppliers.

Person Specification

• Procurement experience in the public sector or education sector.
• Knowledge of the Public Sector Procurement Act 2023.
• Experience of public sector tendering and travel to client sites.
• Strong organisational skills and a positive attitude.

Benefits

• Salary up to £45,000 FTE per annum, depending on experience.
• Generous discretionary bonuses after successful probation.
• Remote working with visits to client sites as required.
• Local government pension scheme with death‑in‑service and ill‑health benefits.
• Support for achieving MCIPS through internal and external training.
• 38 days holiday, including additional days for Christmas closure and bank holidays.
• Volunteering leave and enhanced leave packages (sickness, carers, bereavement, compassionate, maternity pay).
• Well‑being support via 8 mental‑health first aiders and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Participation in working groups on Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, Well‑being and Sustainability.
• Access to Women’s, Men’s and Carers support networks.
• Social and employee events throughout summer and at Christmas.
• Programme that gives back to local communities.
• Travel expense reimbursement for travel outside the contracted base.

Next Steps

The deadline to apply is Sunday 21st December 2025.

Following a successful application, selected candidates will be invited to a Teams interview with our hiring managers.

We may close vacancies early if we receive many applications.

For more information please visit the job description at https://www.thecpc.ac.uk/docs/procurement-specialist-jd-nedocx

Please note that visa sponsorship is not offered for this role.

We are a disability‑confident employer and provide adjustments for applicants who require them. If you need information in a different format or have accessibility issues, contact us at [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Statement

As an equal‑opportunity employer, Crescent Purchasing Consortium is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.