MCS Group are working with a large public sector team in Lisburn as they look to add a Procurement Advisor to team on an initial 6 month temporary contract. This contract has a possibility of extension.
Key Details:
* 6 month temporary contract.
* £19.59 per hour.
* Hybrid/Flexible working.
* On-site parking.
The Role:
* Support the Procurement and Contracts Manager in delivering efficient procurement and contract management services.
* Provide advice to internal stakeholders on procurement legislation, tendering, quotations, and contract management.
* Manage day-to-day procurement activities and maintain strong relationships with Centres of Procurement Expertise and other key bodies.
* Ensure tenders are effectively planned, managed, and compliant with public procurement regulations to achieve value for money.
* Monitor supplier performance, analyse contract management data, and participate in supplier review meetings.
* Maintain procurement records in line with GDPR, and handle sensitive personal data responsibly.
* Provide timely, accurate information for audits, FOI requests, statutory returns, and external reporting.
* Approve requisitions and orders in line with delegated authority, ensuring accuracy and policy compliance.
* Assist in maintaining and improving e-procurement systems and processes, supporting service modernisation and continuous improvement.
* Provide training and support to team members, and contribute to developing procurement awareness across the organisation.
* Ensure compliance with governance and accountability frameworks and report potential fraud as required.
* Deputise for the Procurement and Contracts Manager when necessary, supporting leadership and resilience across the team.
The Person:
* A degree and 2 years experience in a procurement environment.
OR
* 4 years experience in a procurement environment.
* Possess a full, current UK driving licence or have access to a form of transport which enables them to fulfil the full requirements of the job.
To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Zachery Downes, specialist recruitment consultant at MCS Group.
MCS Group is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion for all, being the first recruitment agency in NI to achieve Bronze Diversity Mark accreditation, if you have a disability which means you require a reasonable adjustment to be considered at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will endeavour to facilitate the request.
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