Procurement Specialist

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Job type
Contract
Location
Essex
Working Pattern
Full-time
Specialism
Procurement
Industry
Charities & Not For Profit
Pay
£300-400 a day

Interim procurement specialist

An interim requirement working for this highly respected non-for-profit organisation based in Essex. Working as part of an established procurement team, this role will play a key part in helping the organisation achieve its objectives. There is a need to be in the office 1 day per week with an empowering and supportive culture in place.

This role will help manage a range of procurement categories encompassing HR, FM, construction and professional services from end to end. A key part of the role will be to work closely with a range of internal stakeholders providing advice and support to ensure compliance and buy-in to strategic procurement objectives. Additional areas of focus will include: reviewing current contracts to identify risks and cost-saving opportunities; guide stakeholders through the tendering process; undertake market analysis and supplier sourcing; play a key role in contract management driving supplier relationships; and take ownership for the organisations e-tendering system.

To succeed in this role, experience in public sector procurement is essential with evidence of completing PA23 training highly advantageous. With demonstrable experience of managing procurement activity from end to end across a range of categories, you will have strong communication and relationship building skills. This role is initially for a period of 3 months with scope to be extended with an immediate start available.

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