Procurement Officer

This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organisation. We pay an attractive salary of £36,581 - £39,481 and offer access to training and development opportunities. Under the general direction of the Commercial Lead, Procurement & Collaboration, and the relevant Principal Procurement Officer, the post holder will be responsible for:
Providing procurement support and professional advice across a range of significant and high-profile projects aligned to the Council's Forward Work Programme, particularly within the Housing and Corporate Assets portfolios. Supporting the implementation and application of UK and Welsh Government procurement legislation across the Council. Supporting the delivery of the Council's Standing Orders for Contracts, the 5-Year Socially Responsible Procurement and Contract Management Strategy, and wider corporate objectives, while actively promoting and championing local and national policies, priorities and initiatives.

• 5 GCSEs Grade A - C or qualifications set at a similar level on the Credit and Qualifications Framework.
• Membership to the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply or actively studying towards the institute's examinations.
• Good working knowledge of the UK Public Contract Regulations.
• Experience in procurement activities.
• A full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business / work purposes to travel throughout the borough to visit Council offices which are not on bus routes to attend meetings and support service areas. We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, and staff discount schemes.