Our client is a large local government organisation and looking for an experienced Procurement Officer to join their team. This is inintially a 3 month contract which may be extended for the right applicant
You will
To ensure the objectives of the team, including safeguarding financial and legal liabilities of the Council in respect of procurement are achieved.
To provide support to the Category and Contracts Leads and Head of Procurement in giving advice and assistance to Council Officers on procurement in respect of legislative requirements (including above Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (PCR2015) thresholds) and the requirements of the Council's own Financial Regulations and Standing Orders relating to Contracts and Tenders.
Provide advice and support to Council officers on procurement processes and any relevant policy where required.
Assist officers where required with tendering and contract management including the drafting of tender documentation, tender evaluation and contract award.
Contribute to the development, implementation and management of the contract registers.
Identify opportunities for financial savings and efficiencies and offer solutions how cost reductions can be achieved
PLEASE NOTE THIS ROLE IS INSIDE SCOPE OF IR35