Procurement Support Officer

Norwich City Council; Norwich; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Norwich City Council as a Procurement Support Officer, providing essential administrative support to enhance procurement processes. You will manage purchase orders, assist with corporate cards, and help maintain contract registers. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to efficient operations while working in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Paid holiday entitlement starting at 26 days per year

Support through occupational health programs

Living Wage accreditation

Qualifications

• Managed procurement processes efficiently.
• Strong organizational skills to handle multiple tasks.
• Collaborative and customer-focused in approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders and corporate purchase cards.
• Maintain contract registers and support meetings.
• Contribute to system improvements and efficiency.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Customer-focused approach

Education

Experience in procurement or financial administration

Tools

MS Office

Purchasing systems

Job description

Are you organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about supporting efficient procurement processes? Norwich City Council is looking for a proactive Procurement Support Officer to provide high-quality administrative support to our Finance/Procurement team.

In this role, you'll manage purchase orders, corporate purchase cards, and e-procurement systems, while building strong relationships with internal teams and external partners. You'll also help maintain contract registers, support meetings, and contribute to system improvements.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in procurement or financial administration
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Proficiency in MS Office and purchasing systems
• A collaborative and customer-focused approach

Join us in delivering excellence and value for our community. Apply now and make a difference!

Why work for us

Our council is full of people who have chosen to work in local government because they want to help others and make a difference to their lives or the environment in which local people live.

To find out more about working and living in Norwich, visit Home | Work in Norwich.

The council has a long and proud history of being a council that is keen to push the boundaries of what a district can achieve. To find out more about what it is like to work in local government, visit Working in local government - #LocalGov Careers - Youth Employment UK.

We offer our employees a competitive pay and benefits package. Whether you’re looking for a new career, promotion, flexible working opportunities to fit with your home life, or a sideways move, we have a variety of challenging employment opportunities for everybody.

Norwich City Council offers the opportunity to work with passionate people committed to promoting Norwich and the services the council provides. We also provide good career prospects, competitive pay, generous holidays, and flexible working arrangements to suit all lifestyles.

Equal Opportunities Policy

The council is committed to equality of opportunity in employment, recruitment, and the services we provide. Applications are considered on their suitability for the post regardless of sex, gender reassignment, race, ethnic origin, disability, age, marital status, domestic responsibilities, sexual orientation, or religious affiliation. People with disabilities are guaranteed an interview if they are suitably qualified and/or experienced.

Candidates should provide detailed information on their application form, including experience gained outside employment.

Benefits

We offer a competitive pay and benefits package and are proud to hold the Living Wage accreditation. Whether you’re seeking a new career, promotion, flexible work, or a lateral move, we have opportunities for everyone.

• All employees are eligible to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Paid holiday entitlement starts at 26 days per year and increases with length of service to a maximum of 33 days, pro rata for part-time employees
• Additional statutory day leave at Christmas
• Support through occupational health and employee assistance programs