Job Description The Procurement Officer is responsible for assisting with the delivery of the Corporate Procurement service, covering governance, accountability, guidance, support, project administration and training of council tendering and contracting processes. Requirements Provide advice and support for the development and delivery of the Council’s Procurement Policy, Strategy, Procedures and Guidance Library in line with regulations. Assist in ensuring that the Section is adequately prepared for changes in regulations affecting all aspects of procurement and support the development of any resultant impact on procedures and processes. Ensure all procedures and related processes are developed to deliver an efficient process and appropriately documented. To use these procedures to directly support departmental Lead Officers in allocated procurement projects. To participate in the development and delivery of the Council Procurement Training Programme. Assume the role of Lead Officer for appropriate corporate, national and sectoral contracts. The Individual Significant experience in general Finance Procurement and/or Business Management CIPS Level 4 – or currently working towards CIPS Level 4 Computer literate with excellent MS office skills/abilities Organised and capable of excellent time management Knowledge of procurement processes Understanding of finance control and administration including experience implementing new procedures Flexible approach to new working practices and technologies Working knowledge of and a commitment to the importance of confidentiality. Team player, experienced in using own initiative and manage workload whilst accepting direction/delegation Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to relate well with all levels of staff Excellent analytical and research skills Works well under pressure to tight deadlines Flexible and open to change to meet the needs and demands of the service Closing Date: 1 August 2025 Starting Salary: £43,204.20 £22.92 per hour 21.75 Hours per Week Proposed Interview Date: TBC For further information, contact Daniel Littlewood 01343 563138