Procurement Officer

Job description

Morgan Hunt is proud to be partnering with a dynamic institution based in South West London, seeking a skilled Procurement Officer to join their team. This role will be a part of the Corporate Services Department and will play a pivotal role in assisting and managing procurement processes.

Job Title: Procurement Officer

Salary Band: £32,271 - £36,632

Start Date: ASAP (1-year fixed term)

Location: Hybrid (2 days per week onsite)

Working Hours: 37 hours

Job Purpose:

As a Procurement Officer, you will play a vital role in facilitating and managing procurement activities aligned with its entities. Your responsibilities will span across lower value procurements as well as support for high-value procurements, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with category managers for high-value procurements, taking ownership as necessary.
• Successfully deliver allocated lower value procurements in alignment with category strategies.
• Provide timely procurement and systems advice to buyers across the institution and its entities.
• Maintain up-to-date supplier databases and procurement systems.
• Support supplier negotiations to ensure value for money deals.
• Ensure procurement toolkits and content are accurate and relevant.
• Conduct procurements ethically, sustainably, and within agreed timeframes.
• Provide timely reports and analysis of spend data.
• Manage the Procurement Toolkit with accuracy.
• Provide procurement and administrative support as required.

Person Specification:

• Understanding of procurement processes and public procurement rules.
• CIPS (or equivalent) qualified or working towards qualification.
• Degree qualified.
• Experience with e-sourcing & procure-to-pay systems.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Cross-functional business team environment experience.
• Sourcing, category management, and negotiation skills.
• Contract development and negotiation.
• Insight into supplier management and service level agreements.

If you are a proactive individual with a passion for procurement and a desire to contribute to the success of this institution, please apply by submitting your CV. Please join in promoting procurement best practices and shaping the future.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.