Procurement Officer

One of London's most vital transport operations are currently seeking a Procurement Officer to join the Soft FM Procurement team within a major London transport organisation.

• Role: Procurement Officer
• Duration: 4 - 6 month contract
• Pay: Up to 360 p/day (Inside IR35 via Umbrella)
• Location: London (2 / 3 days onsite)

This is an excellent opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of procurement activity covering areas including cleaning, security, uniforms, hazardous materials, labour contracts, licences and other facilities-related services.

• Managing end-to-end procurement exercises from inception through to award
• Running competitions through public-sector frameworks and the open market
• Developing and reviewing tender and procurement documentation
• Managing procurement timelines and governance approvals
• Evaluating supplier submissions and undertaking commercial assessments
• Working closely with stakeholders to understand requirements and determine appropriate procurement solutions
• Liaising with suppliers throughout procurement exercises
• Supporting contract and supplier engagement where required
• Ensuring compliance with procurement legislation, governance requirements and internal processes
• Utilising e-procurement systems, including SAP Ariba

This is an excellent opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of procurement activity covering areas including cleaning, security, uniforms, hazardous materials, labour contracts, licences and other facilities-related services.

• Strong understanding of public-sector procurement processes, regulations and governance, together with knowledge of the Procurement Act.
• Practical experience using established public-sector frameworks, with Crown Commercial Service (CCS) experience particularly relevant.
• Experience independently managing sourcing/procurement exercises from requirement definition through tender activity, evaluation and award.
• Confidence evaluating supplier submissions, assessing commercial responses and making well-reasoned recommendations.
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to engage stakeholders and suppliers while managing competing priorities.
• SAP Ariba experience

This is an ideal for someone who can hit the ground running, independently manage multiple sourcing exercises and confidently engage with stakeholders and suppliers throughout the procurement lifecycle.

If you have a strong background in public-sector procurement, enjoy taking ownership of sourcing exercises from start to finish and are happy commuting to London.