Job description
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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Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.