Procurement Officer (38k / Immediate)

Procurement Officer

📍 Location: Downpatrick/Newry
💰 Salary: £38,626
📄 Contract: Initial Interim

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Procurement Officer to join a leading local government body. The successful candidate will support the Procurement Manager in delivering value-for-money procurement services, ensuring compliance with UK and EU regulations while providing expert advice to internal stakeholders.

• Overseeing procurement processes, ensuring compliance with Council policies and procurement regulations.
• Advising on procurement risks and minimising exposure to potential challenges.
• Managing e-Procurement transactions, including e-Tenders and e-RFQs.
• Preparing tender and quotation documents, conducting evaluations, and providing recommendations.
• Conducting market research to ensure best value for money and supplier performance monitoring.
• Managing fuel stock audits for Council fleets and buildings.
• Providing training and guidance to staff on procurement procedures.

• A Level 4 qualification (HNC or equivalent) with at least one year of experience in procurement competitions.
• OR at least two years of experience in procurement competitions if no formal qualification.
• Strong knowledge of e-Procurement systems and experience in tender documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Email).
• Ability to analyse data, provide reports, and work effectively with stakeholders.
  
  Desirable Criteria
  
  
  • Experience in editing and producing procurement-related documents in line with Council policies.
  
  
  What's in It for You?
  
  
  • Competitive salary of £38,626.
  • Work within a dynamic local authority team.
  • Gain valuable experience in public sector procurement.

For more information, please contact Ethan Boylan.