Job Title: Procurement Officer Salary: £38,000 Contract Type: 12 month FTC, potential to go permanent Working Arrangement: Full-time, Hybrid (once a week on-site max) Location: North West, UK & Remote Panoramic Associates is supporting our public sector client to recruit a Procurement Officer on a permanent basis, on an initial Fixed term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional looking to advance their career within a supportive organisation known for developing internal talent, many senior staff have progressed from within. The role offers flexible working, including mostly remote arrangements, generous holiday entitlement, a strong pension scheme, and ongoing opportunities for professional development in public sector procurement. Key Responsibilities: * Support Category Managers in delivering procurement projects, conducting options appraisals, and managing tender and contractual arrangements in line with regulations and deadlines. * Coordinate contract and supplier management, maintain accurate records, and support market engagement to drive best value. * Ensure all procurement activities comply with Contract Procedure Rules, public procurement legislation, and ethical standards, while promoting continuous improvement and collaborative practices. * Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, supervise Procurement Assistants, and contribute strategic procurement objectives. Essential Criteria: * CIPS qualified, working towards, or evidence of relevant CPD. * Proven experience in public sector procurement, ideally within a politically influenced environment. * Strong understanding of public sector procurement regulations, including completed training on the Procurement Act 2023. * Experience managing end-to-end procurement processes. * Skilled in spend analysis to support procurement decisions and report on savings, local spend, compliance, and social value. * Confident using e-procurement tools and platforms. * Familiar with category strategies and their implementation. * Strong commercial and market awareness. Desirable Criteria: * Supervisory experience. * Strong planning and organisational skills. * Expertise in contract and supplier management. * Experience in place or professional services procurement categories. If you're ready to take the next step in your procurement career and make a meaningful impact in the public sector, please submit your CV today.