The Procurement Officer will manage procurement processes, ensuring compliance and cost efficiency within the not-for-profit sector. This role is ideal for detail-oriented professionals with a strong understanding of procurement and supply chain operations.
Client Details
This organisation is a respected not-for-profit entity dedicated to creating a meaningful impact in its area of focus. Operating as a medium-sized organisation, it offers an engaging work environment and a mission-driven approach to operations.
Description
Key duties for the Procurement Officer include:
- Provide proactive procurement support across the organisation, ensuring compliance with policies and driving best practice.
- Act as the first point of contact for sourcing queries and supplier relationship management, including tender support.
- Set up and maintain procurement contracts in line with internal policies.
- Support procurement systems and manage supplier data as needed.
- Lead category management and act as supplier manager for designated spend areas.
- Assist with procurement training and supplier performance monitoring.
- Support daily procurement operations and collaborate closely with Legal to ensure consistent controls.
- Work with Internal Comms to keep procurement content (e.g., intranet, policies, guidance) up to date.
- Stay informed on procurement trends, legislation, and best practices to ensure ongoing compliance and improvement.
Profile
A successful Procurement Officer should have:
- Strong knowledge of procurement processes, contract management, and supplier engagement.
- Experience supporting tender processes, managing procurement systems, and ensuring policy compliance across a complex organisation.
- Confident in stakeholder communication.
- Strong organisational skills, a collaborative approach, and up-to-date understanding of procurement best practices and legislation are essential.
Job Offer
- A salary of £30,000 - £38,000.
- Home-working role.
- 6 month contract with potential for permanent.
- Fixed-term contract with the potential for future opportunities.
- Opportunity to work within the not-for-profit sector, contributing to meaningful causes.
- Supportive organisational culture with a focus on impact-driven goals.
- Professional development opportunities to enhance your career in procurement and supply chain.