Procurement Officer - Housing

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Procurement Officer. The ideal candidate will possess detailed knowledge of public service and local government procurement, along with a proven ability to advise on all aspects of the procurement process, from options appraisal to contract management. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing procurement activities that enable the effective operation and maintenance of housing services, utilising their knowledge and experience to guide the entire procurement life cycle.

You will have a strong track record of managing the procurement of goods, services, and works to support housing services in a local government environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise senior managers and service areas on the procurement process in line with the council's Contract Procedure Rules and Public Contracts Regulations 2015.
• Achieve value for money and cashable savings from procurement activity.
• Build and maintain successful internal and external partnerships and relationships.
• Identify opportunities in procurement for innovation.
• Produce reports and analyse data for senior managers and the Procurement Corporate Action Team when required.

Key requirements:

• Proven experience managing procurement for housing services in local government.
• Strong knowledge of procurement cycles, contract law, best practices, and relevant legislation.
• Expertise in advising on procurement processes from options appraisal to contract management.
• Exceptional communication, analytical, and advanced Excel skills.
• Successful in building partnerships and fostering productive working relationships.
• Skilled at translating policy and strategy into actionable outcomes.