Procurement Specialist

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Specialist with public sector experience.

Crescent Purchasing Consortium (CPC) is a not‑for‑profit charity that provides procurement services to the education sector, including compliant frameworks and consultancy.

The role is full‑time or part‑time, based in Bournemouth and Dorset and surrounding areas, with regular travel to client sites.

• Lead the procurement process for a variety of categories, including facilities, estates, finance, curriculum, ICT and other projects.
• Drive best practice, efficiency and effectiveness within procurement decisions.
• Ensure compliance with UK procurement regulations and the Procurement Act 2023.
• Provide proactive advice to all levels of personnel and manage relationships with suppliers.
• Work with the Procurement Manager and the Crescent Managed Services team.

• Public sector or education sector procurement experience.
• Knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 and UK procurement regulations.
• Experience in public sector tendering.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.

• Salary up to £45,000 FTE per annum, depending on experience.
• Generous discretionary bonuses after probation.
• Remote working with required client visits.
• Local government pension scheme.
• Development support for MCIPS qualification.
• 41 days holiday + 3 days for Christmas closure.
• Volunteer time off.
• Enhanced leave package (sickness, carers, bereavement, maternity).
• Wellbeing support including mental health first aiders and Employee Assistance Programme.
• Participation in equality, diversity, inclusion and sustainability working groups.
• Employee support networks and social events.
• Travel expenses reimbursed for additional travel.

Travel to client premises is required. VISA sponsorship is not offered. The role supports public sector procurement compliance.

As an equal opportunities employer, Crescent Purchasing Consortium is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.