Senior Procurement Officer - Local Authority

Spinwell Global; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Procurement Officer for a 3-month contract in London. This hybrid role involves leading tenders, managing contracts, and engaging stakeholders within the public sector. Ideal candidates should have experience in procurement processes and strong communication skills. Knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading tenders independently.
• Knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 preferred.
• Familiarity with public sector regulations and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement tenders.
• Manage contract variations and performance issues.
• Review fire safety procurement processes.

Skills

End-to-end tender management

Contract management

Public sector procurement processes

Stakeholder engagement

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

About The Role

Role: Senior Procurement Officer

Contract Length: 3 months with possible extension

Location: Hybrid / London (40% office-based)

IR35: Inside

Pay Rate to Intermediary: Up to £500 per day

Spinwell is recruiting for a Senior Procurement Officer for an excellent opportunity within the public sector.

Responsibilities of the Senior Procurement Officer

Focused on Training and Learning Development category, including managing the large Babcock training contract. This role involves :

• Leading end-to-end tenders.
• Contract management (variations, performance issues, KPI meetings).
• Strategic review of fire safety procurement processes (e.g., potential frameworks)

End-to-End Procurement Experience

• Confident in managing tenders independently.
• Familiarity with public sector procurement processes.

Contract Management Expertise

• Handling performance issues, variations, and commercial aspects.
• Ability to interpret contract terms and apply them practically.

Stakeholder Engagement & Project Delivery

• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to guide stakeholders and ensure compliance.

Skills / Experience of the Senior Procurement Officer

Additional Desirable Skills

• Knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 - Completion of Government Commercial Function (GCF) training preferred.
• Public Sector Experience - Familiarity with regulations and best practices is highly valued.
• CIPS Qualification - Not essential but considered a plus.

If you are a Senior Procurement Officer, apply now or send your CV to Spinwell!

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