Procurement Specialist - Public Sector (Hybrid)

North Northants; Thrapston, Kettering; Remote; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme with life cover

Generous leave entitlement (28 days, 3

Job summary

North Northamptonshire Council is seeking a Procurement Officer to join the procurement team, initially based at Cedar Drive, Thrapston, then Haylock House, Kettering. The role focuses on delivering procurement activity across the People Services category and requires liaison with senior stakeholders and IT-enabled procurement systems.

You will develop policy, manage multiple projects, and contribute to efficient contracting for the Council and associated bodies.

Qualifications

• Some procurement experience and knowledge of procurement processes, including tendering.
• Enthusiasm for working in procurement and a willingness to learn about public sector procurement.
• Good oral and written communication skills with stakeholders including senior roles.
• Good general IT skills and ability to learn new systems quickly.

Responsibilities

• Develop Council-wide procurement policy and strategy and provide professional expertise.
• Support the procurement of goods, works and services for North Northamptonshire Council and the Trust.
• Transform procurement, develop innovative strategies and e-procurement solutions.

Skills

Procurement experience

Tendering knowledge

Stakeholder communication

Public sector procurement

IT literacy

Tools

ERP knowledge

Word

Excel

MS Project (planner)

PowerPoint

Job description

North Northamptonshire Council is seeking a Procurement Officer to join the procurement team, initially based at Cedar Drive, Thrapston, then Haylock House, Kettering. The role focuses on delivering procurement activity across the People Services category and requires liaison with senior stakeholders and IT-enabled procurement systems.

You will develop policy, manage multiple projects, and contribute to efficient contracting for the Council and associated bodies.