[ref. f3589000] Procurement Officer
Salary details: £34,314 to £37,035 per year
Job term: permanent
Appointment type: full time
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Town Hall
Department: Procurement
Candidates must possess the necessary right to work authorisation to enable them to work for Chesterfield Borough Council. Regrettably, we are unable to provide sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this juncture.
We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced procurement officer to join our procurement team.
You will be an integral part of our finance directorate, working closely with key stakeholders to support the delivery of a diverse range of procurement activity within the context of public procurement regulations. This is an exciting opportunity to develop yourself personally and professionally, supporting procurement transformation across the council.
The ideal candidate will have or be working towards a recognised procurement qualification (CIPS level 4) and have an understanding of Public Procurement Regulations.
The role is full-time and offers the flexibility to operate a hybrid working arrangement (two/three days per week in the office).
Working in local government is a highly satisfying and rewarding experience in so many ways. In return for the contribution you’ll make to our local community, you’ll enjoy an excellent range of benefits, including learning and development opportunities, leave entitlement, progressive HR policies, access to the local government pension scheme, and discounted leisure membership.
For further information or an informal chat, contact Deborah Goodall, Head of Procurement, at deborah.goodall@chesterfield.gov.uk or please view the job description and person specification attached.
How to apply
Interested candidates should initially apply with their CV and a covering letter stating the job title, and clearly demonstrating suitability and experience for the role. Please send it to hrjobs@chesterfield.gov.uk no later than the closing date shown below.
If you don't already have a CV you can use our template below. We also have advice about how to write your cover letter.
Closing date: 6 April 2025Provisional interview date: 14 April 2025