Job Title: Procurement Assistant
Location: Bexleyheath DA6
Contract Type: 12 Month Contract
Weekly Hours: 35.60
Working Hours and Breaks: 9:00a.m-5:00p.m
Starting Date: 26th august
Job Purpose
- Support the procurement team in all aspects of the procurement process.
- Assist with tender and quotation processes, ensuring accurate documentation and recording.
Key Responsibilities
- Help advertise and tender schemes.
- Prepare procurement-related documents and reports.
- Maintain and update the in-house Tendering System and Approved List of Contractors.
- Handle tender and quotation processing using the Council's electronic system.
- Communicate with contractors/service providers about tender opportunities.
- Address client and contractor inquiries, resolving or referring issues as needed.
- Support tender assessments, including collecting documentation and performing scheduling duties.
- Enter data into the Financial Information System for contract orders post-tender.
- Occasionally assist the Head of Procurement and contribute to team meetings.
Job Activities
- Maintain procurement systems and contractor lists.
- Assist in client interactions regarding procurement exercises.
- Provide research, reports, and operational figures related to procurement.
- Process tenders and handle relevant duties.
Measures
- Maintain accurate procurement records and contractor information.
- Achieve timely and efficient handling of procurement tasks.
- Ensure compliance with statutory provisions and Council processes.
Expertise
- Understanding of statutory provisions and Council processes.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with strong problem-solving skills.
- Strong planning and prioritization skills.
- Commitment to personal development and learning.
- Proficiency in relevant software and systems, including Microsoft Word (intermediate), Excel, and Access (basic).
- Basic knowledge of Local Government procurement processes.
- Working towards or holding Level 2 in the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply.
If you are interested in this position and meet the above criteria, please send your CV now for consideration. If you require any additional information regarding the position, please call
Adam at Service Care Solutions on or send an email to: