Job Title: Procurement Officer
Salary: £38,000
Contract Type: 12 month FTC, potential to go permanent
Working Arrangement: Full-time, Hybrid (once a week on-site max)
Location: North West, UK & Remote

Panoramic Associates is supporting our public sector client to recruit a Procurement Officer on a permanent basis, on an initial Fixed term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional looking to advance their career within a supportive organisation known for developing internal talent, many senior staff have progressed from within.

The role offers flexible working, including mostly remote arrangements, generous holiday entitlement, a strong pension scheme, and ongoing opportunities for professional development in public sector procurement.

Key Responsibilities:
* Support Category Managers in delivering procurement projects, conducting options appraisals, and managing tender and contractual arrangements in line with regulations and deadlines.
* Coordinate contract and supplier management, maintain accurate records, and support market engagement to drive best value.
* Ensure all procurement activities comply with Contract Procedure Rules, public procurement legislation, and ethical standards, while promoting continuous improvement and collaborative practices.
* Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, supervise Procurement Assistants, and contribute strategic procurement objectives.

Essential Criteria:
* CIPS qualified, working towards, or evidence of relevant CPD.
* Proven experience in public sector procurement, ideally within a politically influenced environment.
* Strong understanding of public sector procurement regulations, including completed training on the Procurement Act 2023.
* Experience managing end-to-end procurement processes.
* Skilled in spend analysis to support procurement decisions and report on savings, local spend, compliance, and social value.
* Confident using e-procurement tools and platforms.
* Familiar with category strategies and their implementation.
* Strong commercial and market awareness.

Desirable Criteria:
* Supervisory experience.
* Strong planning and organisational skills.
* Expertise in contract and supplier management.
* Experience in place or professional services procurement categories.

If you're ready to take the next step in your procurement career and make a meaningful impact in the public sector, please submit your CV today.