Job descriptionJoin a leading organisation delivering complex Facilities Management, construction, and operational services across a high-profile government estate. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Procurement professional to take ownership of strategic and operational procurement activities within a highly regulated public-sector environment, ensuring compliant, value-driven, and commercially effective procurement outcomes across major service and project contracts.Salary/Benefits:£43,000 - £47,000 DOEHybrid working model (2-3 days per week in office)Generous holiday entitlementLong-term career progression opportunitiesProfessional development and support for continued learningSupportive and collaborative working environmentAbout your next employer:Our client is a leading Facilities Management and Property Services organisation operating across complex public-sector and government contracts throughout the UK and Ireland. Delivering a wide range of maintenance, construction, refurbishment, and operational services, they are recognised for maintaining high standards of governance, compliance, commercial performance, and service delivery. With a strong focus on continuous improvement and strategic planning, they offer an excellent opportunity for procurement professionals seeking exposure to large-scale, technically complex projects and contracts.About you:Degree qualified or equivalent relevant procurement experienceFull MCIPS membership is essentialMinimum of 5 years' experience within public-sector procurement in a regulated environmentStrong knowledge of Northern Ireland Public Procurement Policy and Procurement Act 2023Experience across the full procurement lifecycle including tendering, evaluation, negotiation, and contract awardExperience within property, construction, facilities management, or infrastructure sectorsStrong knowledge of NEC4 contracts and contract administrationExperience using e-procurement platforms such as eTendersNI or equivalentStrong analytical, commercial, negotiation, and stakeholder management skillsExcellent communication and reporting abilities with strong attention to detailAbility to manage multiple procurement projects and competing priorities simultaneouslyWhat you'll do:Lead and manage end-to-end procurement activities for service, maintenance, and works contractsDevelop and maintain procurement strategies and forward procurement pipelines aligned to organisational objectivesProduce business cases including options appraisals, commercial analysis, and financial evaluationsDraft, issue, and manage tender documentation including NEC4 contract documentationOversee supplier evaluation, negotiation, selection, and contract award processesManage supplier relationships and monitor contractor performance against service, financial, and compliance targetsEnsure full compliance with Northern Ireland Public Procurement Policy, Procurement Act 2023, and internal governance frameworksProduce procurement performance reports covering compliance, spend analysis, supplier performance, and value-for-money outcomesSupport risk management through identification and mitigation of procurement and contractual risksCollaborate closely with finance, legal, technical, and operational stakeholders to ensure successful procurement deliverySupport long-term strategic planning, contract lifecycle management, and procurement governance activitiesFor further information on this job, apply via the link or contact the VANRATH office for a confidential chat today.Follow VANRATH on LinkedIn for expert career advice, the latest jobs, industry news and much moreBenefits:DOE + Pension and benefitsWHJS1_NI