Strategic Procurement Officer – Corporate Services (Hybrid)

King's College London; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in Greater London is searching for a Procurement Officer to support its Corporate Services category. This full-time role involves managing e-tendering processes, assisting with supplier communications, and promoting best procurement practices while working under a hybrid model. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong problem-solving and negotiation skills, as well as proficiency in data analysis and office software. This is a temporary position covering maternity leave until February 28, 2027.

Qualifications

• Ability to work on own initiative and make decisions with high accuracy.
• Experience in procurement officer or assistant roles.
• Knowledge of undertaking procurement activities for services.

Responsibilities

• Support Corporate Services category effective procurement activities.
• Manage quotations and tendering using e-tendering system.
• Provide guidance in procurement best practices.

Skills

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Communication skills

IT literacy

Negotiation

Socially Responsible Procurement

Tools

e-tendering tools

Office software

Job description

A prestigious university in Greater London is searching for a Procurement Officer to support its Corporate Services category. This full-time role involves managing e-tendering processes, assisting with supplier communications, and promoting best procurement practices while working under a hybrid model. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong problem-solving and negotiation skills, as well as proficiency in data analysis and office software. This is a temporary position covering maternity leave until February 28, 2027.