Senior Procurement Officer (Public Sector)

This is Alexander Faraday Limited; Leicester Forest East; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Procurement Officer to lead high-impact procurement projects that create real value. The candidate will manage projects worth £25k-£25m+, delivering strategic sourcing compliant with the Procurement Act 2023. This position offers hybrid working options and significant benefits including a competitive salary and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Hybrid working (1-3 days in the office per month)

Flexible working options incl. 9-day fortnight

26 days’ holiday (rising to 29) + option to buy more

Double pension contribution

Health cash plan

Car leasing

High street discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing end-to-end public sector procurements (above threshold).
• Strong knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 and relevant regulations.
• Excellent stakeholder management and commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex, high-value procurement projects across multiple categories.
• Deliver compliant, strategic sourcing under the Procurement Act 2023.
• Develop procurement strategies and pipelines that drive value and social impact.

Skills

Managing end-to-end public sector procurements

Knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023

Stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

Education

Degree in business, procurement, or related field

CIPS qualification (desirable)

Tools

E-procurement systems

P2P systems

Job description

Overview

Alexander Faraday Recruitment are delighted to be supporting our public sector client in their search for a Senior Procurement Officer. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver high-impact, strategic procurement projects that create real value for stakeholders. You'll lead end-to-end procurement across a wide range of categories and values (£25k-£25m+), helping shape how this forward-thinking organisation spends, partners, and delivers for its people.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex, high-value procurement projects across multiple categories
• Deliver compliant, strategic sourcing under the Procurement Act 2023
• Develop procurement strategies and pipelines that drive value and social impact
• Advise colleagues on best practice for mid- and lower-value procurements
• Conduct market engagement and supplier performance monitoring

About You

• Proven experience managing end-to-end public sector procurements (above threshold)
• Strong knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 and relevant regulations
• Skilled in using frameworks, DPSs, e-procurement, and P2P systems
• Excellent stakeholder management and commercial awareness
• Degree in business, procurement, or related field (CIPS desirable)
• Full driving license and access to own vehicle

What’s on Offer

• Hybrid working (1-3 days in the office PER MONTH)
• Flexible working options incl. 9-day fortnight
• 26 days\' holiday (rising to 29) + option to buy more
• Double pension contribution, health cash plan, car leasing, and high street discounts
• Salary increase following successful completion of probation

If you’re a proactive procurement professional who thrives on making a difference, apply now with your CV.

(Due to high volumes, we may only contact shortlisted applicants. If you haven’t heard within 48 hours, please assume your application was unsuccessful.)