Procurement Officer

Stockport

c.£35,000

We are working on an exclusive basis with a client in the stockport area to appoint an experienced procurement professional who will be responsible for the tendering, and contract management of a broad range of goods and services commodity areas.

You will be responsible for managing procurement projects, guiding stakeholders through the procurement process, implementing contracts, identyfying savings, and tracking supplier performance.

Responsibilities:

• Providing procurement advice internally and managing procurement projects.
• Supporting stakeholders in tender processes and procurement requirements.
• Coordinating the tender processes, writing tender documents, and contract management.
• Developing and updating procurement systems and controls.
• Monitoring and managing supplier performance and contract compliance.
• Providing reports and ensuring compliance with procurement policies and procedures.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working within a procurement or purchasing role.
• Strong competence in Microsoft Excel and ideally SAP knowledge.
• Background in running structured procurement processes, and ideally experience of public sector procurement processes.
• Experience of preparing tenders, contracts from template, and letting supply contracts.
• Ability to deliver service improvements and cost savings.
• Strong relationship building and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience of monitoring recording supplier performance and KPI's

Benefits:

• 25 days Annual Leave.
• Lifestyle Benefits - various discounts on a variety of retailers and services.
• Opportunity to study CIPS qualification
• Pension Scheme.
• Life Assurance.
• Progression Opportunities.

If you are interested in the role, please apply via the link OR contact Adrian Harrison (Principal Consultant - Procurement Recruitment)