Strategic Procurement Specialist (Hybrid/Remote)

ECL Person-centred Care; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

55p paid per mile tax-free

Up to 32 days annual leave a year

Fully paid induction and training

Career development opportunities with\

Job summary

ECL Person-centred Care in Chelmsford is seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to lead end-to-end procurement, drive strategic sourcing, and build strong supplier partnerships. The role is permanent, based at head office with hybrid remote options across Essex.

You will deliver compliant processes, provide expert guidance to stakeholders, and pursue value for money and sustainable outcomes.

Qualifications

• CIPS Level 4 or equivalent centralised procurement experience.
• Knowledge of procurement law.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement and tendering activities for goods, works, and services.
• Produce high-quality procurement documentation to support tender evaluations and award recommendations.
• Conduct market research and benchmarking to identify opportunities, drive innovation, and inform category strategies.
• Provide expert guidance and up-to-date procurement advice to colleagues, managers, and suppliers.
• Develop strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure effective contract and supplier management.
• Support the delivery of category plans and procurement strategies that align with organisational priorities and objectives.
• Ensure all procurement activities are compliant with relevant legislation, regulations, and organisational policies.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Excel

Education

CIPS Level 4 or equivalent

Knowledge of procurement law

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

ECL Person-centred Care in Chelmsford is seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to lead end-to-end procurement, drive strategic sourcing, and build strong supplier partnerships. The role is permanent, based at head office with hybrid remote options across Essex.

You will deliver compliant processes, provide expert guidance to stakeholders, and pursue value for money and sustainable outcomes.