Procurement Officer

Category: Business Management

Location:

Procurement Officer – Remote

Salary: Negotiable | 37 hours per week | Fully Remote
ProcurePublic is a public-sector framework provider looking for a capable, organised and commercially mindedProcurement Officerto join our growing team.
The role will support the delivery ofpublic procurement exercises, framework agreements, mini-competitions and competitive selection processes, working with public-sector clients and suppliers across a broad range of works, services and consultancy requirements.
The Role

This is a varied procurement position where you'll be involved in the practical delivery of procurements from initial client requirement through to award.
You'll work closely with our clients to understand what they need, establish an appropriate procurement route and manage the process in a fair, transparent and efficient manner.
Your responsibilities will include:

Managingmini-competitions and competitive selection processesunder existing frameworks and dynamic markets

Supporting the procurement and establishment of newframework agreements and dynamic markets

Working with clients to understand and develop their requirements

Preparing procurement documentation, specifications and tender information

Supporting the development of evaluation criteria and pricing schedules

Issuing opportunities and managing supplier communications

Responding to clarification questions during procurement exercises

Coordinating tender evaluations and moderation

Preparing award recommendations and supporting documentation

Communicating professionally with successful and unsuccessful suppliers

Maintaining clear and accurate procurement records

Supporting clients throughout the procurement process

Ensuring procurement activities are undertaken in accordance with applicable public procurement requirements

Public Procurement

ProcurePublic works with public-sector organisations, so you'll develop a strong understanding ofpublic procurement and the Procurement Act 2023.
Previous public procurement experience would be beneficial, but it isn't essential for the right person. Full support will be provided on our processes, systems, frameworks and procurement procedures.
We're particularly interested in someone who can combinegood judgement with a practical approach. Our aim is to make procurement compliant and robust without making it unnecessarily complicated.

Requirements
What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is:

Organised– able to manage several procurement exercises and deadlines

Articulate– confident communicating with clients and suppliers

Commercially minded– able to understand requirements, pricing and value for money

A strong writer– comfortable preparing professional procurement documents and correspondence

Resourceful– able to research, investigate and find practical solutions

Detail-focused– capable of maintaining accurate and defensible procurement records

Confident with technology– comfortable working with CRM systems, tender portals and online tools

Professional and approachable– able to build good relationships with both clients and suppliers

Experience in procurement, purchasing, commercial management, contract management or the public sector would be advantageous.CIPS qualifications would also be welcomed but are not essential.
Remote Working

This is afully remote role, offering flexibility for the right person.
You'll need a suitable professional home-working environment, reliable internet connectivity and the ability to work effectively and independently.
Our team meetsapproximately once a month in the South East of England, and you will be expected to attend.

Benefits
What We Offer

Negotiable salary | 37 hours per week | Fully remote working | Holiday entitlement | Workplace pension | Training and ongoing support
You'll join a small and experienced procurement team where you'll have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of public-sector requirements rather than being restricted to a single category or client.
For someone looking to develop their career inpublic procurement, frameworks and competitive tendering, the role offers the opportunity to gain broad, practical experience while taking genuine responsibility for procurement exercises.

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