Procurement Officer
Posted 5 hours 40 minutes ago by Reed
£40,000 - £50,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Public Sector Jobs
Sussex, Crawley, United Kingdom, RH100
Job Description
About the Role
We are looking for a motivated Procurement Officer or Senior Procurement Officer (depending on experience level) to join a successful and well-established procurement team within a public sector organisation. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where you will play a key role in delivering value-for-money contracts and supporting high-quality services.
You will gain exposure to a broad range of procurement categories, including professional services, facilities management, IT, corporate services, and environmental services.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a portfolio of procurement projects from inception through to contract award
- Deliver end-to-end tender processes, including complex procurements and framework mini competitions.
- Develop clear and compliant tender documentation, including specifications and evaluation criteria
- Engage and collaborate with internal stakeholders to drive value and service improvement
- Conduct market research and supplier analysis to inform sourcing strategies
- Support contract mobilisation and ensure successful delivery outcomes
- Promote best practice in procurement and contract management across the organisation
About You
- Proven procurement experience, ideally gained within the public sector
- Working knowledge of UK public sector procurement regulations (e.g. PCR 2015 / Procurement Act)
- Experience managing procurement exercises and running tenders end-to-end
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions
- Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively
- Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
- Proactive, enthusiastic, and keen to further develop your procurement career
Why Apply?
- Join a supportive and experienced procurement team
- Work across a diverse range of categories and projects
- Gain valuable public sector procurement experience
- Opportunity to develop your skills and progress your career