Procurement Officer - Place

Procurement Officer – Place

Location:

Shire Hall, Block 3, 2nd Floor, Gloucestershire County Council

Salary: £37,280 – £40,777 per annum

Hours:

37 hours per week

Contract Type:
Permanent or optional 12 month secondment for internal candidates

Closing Date: 12 January 2026

Job Reference: 12272

Gloucestershire County Council (GCC) is a forward‑looking, dynamic local authority with a firm commitment to the promotion of development and training, health and wellbeing and diversity and inclusion for all employees.

We are transforming our approach to procurement to meet new challenges, embed best commercial practice in an equitable, sustainable and accountable way, and secure best value for the public purse.

Your knowledge, communication and influence skills will be respected by managers across the organisation at all levels.

You will provide guidance and support on a wide range of procurement and contract issues, run tenders for goods and services ensuring compliance with council and legislative requirements, and support the procurement of services and goods with value for money, social value and climate change considerations.

Your work will make a difference to people in Gloucestershire.

You could be someone with procurement or commissioning skills and experience, a contract manager or legal background within local government or the public sector.

Ideal candidates have knowledge of public sector procurement policies, procedures, and systems as well as relevant legislation and regulations, are highly organised and analytical, with good IT skills, and able to meet demanding targets, timescales and budgets. Good communication and negotiating skills are essential.

• Flexible and agile working opportunities
• 25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years continuous service
• Option to purchase 10 days of additional leave per year (pro rata for part‑time staff)
• Family‑friendly employer offering benefits to support you and your family
• Career development and qualification opportunities
• Supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – free, confidential counselling and advice, 24/7
• In‑house Occupational Health service
• Employee discount scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme & Green Car Scheme (T&Cs apply)
• Employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) and Young Employees Network

If you do not meet all the requirements but believe you could bring real value to the team, we would welcome your interest. If you feel you have the skills, desire and experience to make a positive difference, please submit your application today by clicking the Apply Now button.

Short‑listed candidates will be contacted by email and invited to interview, which will be held during the 26th & 27th January 2026.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact by email Suzanne.

Internal candidates can join on a secondment basis to develop experience before a permanent appointment. Indicate preferred contract type during application.

The council cannot offer sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work for at least 6 months, non‑transferable from a sponsored role held elsewhere.

Under the Immigration Act 2016, anyone appointed to a customer‑facing role must demonstrate fluent English and the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence.

Hybrid working arrangements are available for most roles, offering a mix of remote and office working.

Entry level

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Purchasing and Supply Chain

Industry: Government Administration