Procurment Officer

Coyles; St Albans; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

One of my local government clients is currently recruiting an experienced Procurement Officer on a temporary basis. This is a 3-month minimum contract with the possibility of the role being extended further to work Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm.

This is a hybrid working role; however, you will be required to attend the office 2-3 times a week.

Overview:

To provide day-to-day procurement services in order to meet Council needs and to achieve good value.

Responsibilities:

1. Provide technical advice and informal training on procurement to internal customers. This would involve advising internal customers on the most appropriate way to source their requirements.
2. Develop sources of supply to support the delivery of the Council's requirements in order to obtain best value.
3. Undertake all technical tasks associated with purchasing goods and services from an external provider, e.g., raising requisitions, issuing purchase orders, etc.
4. Provide a range of administrative support in relation to procurement. This would involve writing correspondence, taking minutes, and producing performance information.
5. Research, analyze, and present complex data in formats to support service and corporate needs. This would also include maintaining accurate records and developing appropriate databases to support effective procurement actions.
6. Build good working relationships with a range of suppliers and other organizations to facilitate prompt and efficient service and to obtain best value for the Council.
7. Upload and analyze utilities bills using specialist software (Sigma) and query discrepancies with the suppliers.
8. Carry out other duties commensurate with the grade of the post as directed by the Procurement Projects Manager, or his/her nominee, from time to time.

If you are interested in this vacancy, please send your CV to Jahker Miah from Coyle Personnel Ltd.