Purchasing Officer

West Yorkshire Fire And Rescue Service; Birkenshaw; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Free parking

21-hour week

Hybrid working

Employee assistance programme

Training and development

Gym access

Job summary

West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service is seeking a procurement professional to manage day-to-day purchasing and tendering to secure best value. You will review contracts, place orders and monitor sourcing to resolve supply chain issues.

With a CIPS Level 3 diploma (or willingness to achieve) and strong IT literacy, you will join a supportive, hybrid team offering flexible hours, a generous pension, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Good working knowledge of general sourcing and buying of goods and services in a business setting.
• Organised and IT literate.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day procurement activities and tendering to achieve best value outcomes.
• Review contracts and framework agreements, place orders, and spot issues in sourcing and supply chain.
• Work with warehouse staff to monitor stock levels and maintain inventories.

Skills

Sourcing & procurement

Organisation & IT literacy

Education

CIPS Level 3 Diploma

Job description

Are you ready for a new challenge? Do you have great communication skills and attention to detail?

This is an amazing opportunity to work within a supportive and dynamic organisation, where you will be responsible for managing day-to-day procurement activities and tendering to achieve the best value outcomes.

We're seeking someone who takes initiative to manage and deliver purchased supplies and services on schedule. This role involves reviewing contracts and framework agreements, placing orders, and spotting any issues in sourcing and the supply chain to help solve them. You'll also work with warehouse staff to regularly check stock levels and maintain accurate inventory records.

The ideal candidate will have a good working knowledge of general sourcing and buying of goods and services in a business setting, be organised and IT literate.

The successful candidate will possess a Diploma Member of Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS Level 3) or be willing to achieve this qualification.

Joining a first-rate organisation, you will have the job satisfaction of knowing each day that you are contributing to the success of one of just six metropolitan fire and rescue services in the UK, supporting over 950 firefighters who work round the clock to help people and save lives.

We offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working. Whilst you will be required to work from our offices for parts of your initial training, after this you'll work both in the office and from home as part of our 'hybrid' working model. Therefore, applicants must also a reliable home internet connection.

The post is subject to a standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

We offer an excellent package, including Local Government Pension Scheme, free parking, 21-hour flexible working week, hybrid working, an employee assistance programme, training and development, sports and social clubs with free use of gym.

We are a caring organisation, promote an environment of inclusivity and learning and welcome people from all walks of life - just as long as you can show commitment to our values such as integrity and teamwork.

If you have a passion for procurement and are looking for an exciting new challenge, we would love to hear from you!

Closing date for all applications is Sunday 22 November 2026 with the selection process anticipated to take place on 1 st and 2 nd December 2026.

All correspondence will usually be sent to your email account registered with the online recruitment system rather than by letter. Please check your email account regularly.

We are an equal opportunities employer; we value and celebrate equality, diversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome candidates from communities that are currently under-represented at WYFRS, including women, Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic applicants and applicants with disabilities. We can offer support and adjustments for candidates and staff who experience barriers to work that result from health conditions or Specific Learning Differences, such as dyslexia.

West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service are committed to the safeguarding of our staff, volunteers, visitors and the community we serve. This includes protecting vulnerable adults, children and young people from potential neglect and harm. All employees must share the same commitment.

WYFRS is a ‘Real Living Wage’ employer and have been rated ‘good’ by HMICFRS in all areas of our service.