Procurement and Contracts Manager

Procurement & Contract Management Officer - Public Sector Client

Role Overview:

Support Procurement & Contract Managers in delivering efficient procurement and contract management for statutory and non-statutory services, ensuring compliance with EU Procurement Directives and Council regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide advice and support on procurement and contract management across Council directorates.
• Lead on low-risk/low-value tenders and support high-risk/high-value procurement.
• Monitor contract compliance, KPIs, and financial performance, including site visits and quality assurance.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships, working closely with internal teams and external providers.
• Lead commissioning activities for corporate goods/services, conducting market research and developing specifications.
• Ensure e-procurement catalogues and pricing remain updated.

Essential Criteria:

• NVQ Level 3 in Procurement/Supply Chain Management or equivalent experience.
• Experience in tendering, contract management, and procurement within a statutory organisation.
• Knowledge of legal terms, risk management, and contract monitoring.

Other Details:

• No budget or staff management responsibilities.
• Hybrid working with occasional external meetings.
• No DBS check required.

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