Procurement Officer

Reference: Job ID: Posted: Closing date: Location: LeicestershireSalary: C42-48,000 (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Charities & Not For Profit / ProcurementCompany: HaysConsultant: William WarrenHays office: Cambridge — Office 203, Mantle, 9 Hills RoadPhone: Email: exciting opportunity has arisen for a commercially minded professional to join a dynamic procurement function. This role offers exposure to sourcing, contract management, supplier performance, compliance, and commercial strategy, making it ideal for someone looking to broaden their experience in a fast-paced environment.Your new roleAs a Procurement Officer, you will support the delivery of procurement and commercial activities across a diverse range of spend categories. Working closely with stakeholders, contract managers, and commercial specialists, you will help drive value, ensure compliance, and support effective supplier relationships.Key responsibilities will include:Supporting sourcing exercises, procurement projects, and contract management activitiesAssisting with supplier engagement and supplier performance initiativesProviding commercial support across procurement, purchasing, compliance, and contract lifecycle managementMaintaining contract registers, procurement systems, and commercial recordsReviewing purchasing requirements and supporting the effective use of existing agreements and frameworksProducing data analysis, management information, and commercial reports to support decision-makingContributing to continuous improvement initiatives, process optimisation, and digital procurement activitiesSupporting governance, risk management, and compliance with procurement regulationsBuilding strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliersTo be successful in this role, you will have:Experience within public sector procurement is essential. A degree, MCIPS qualification, relevant commercial qualification, or equivalent practical experience with PA23 training fulfilled.Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to build productive working relationshipsExperience managing multiple priorities and delivering work to tight deadlinesUnderstanding of procurement legislation, commercial governance, and risk management principlesStrong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and present clear recommendationsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsCommercial awareness, including negotiation, supplier engagement, and value-for-money considerationsA proactive, organised, and solutions-focused approachWhat you'll get in returnThe opportunity to work across a broad range of procurement and commercial activitiesExposure to strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contract deliveryA supportive environment with ongoing professional development opportunitiesExperience working with senior stakeholders and influencing business outcomesThe chance to contribute to meaningful commercial improvement and value-creation initiativesCareer progression opportunities within a growing procurement and commercial functionApply nowIf you're an ambitious procurement, commercial, purchasing, or contract management professional seeking a role where you can develop your expertise and make a genuine impact, we'd like to hear from you. # - William Warren

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