A public sector organisation seeking an experienced Procurement Officer to join its Soft FM Procurement Team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional with experience delivering end-to-end procurement exercises within a public sector or regulated environment. You will support the Procurement Manager in delivering a varied portfolio of procurement activities across facilities management and operational service categories, managing procurements from inception through to contract award. Pre-contract experience is essential
The successful candidate will be able to work independently, manage multiple procurement projects simultaneously and confidently engage with stakeholders across the business to deliver compliant, value-for-money procurement outcomes.
This is an initial contract until the end of February based in Central London with hybrid working available (50% in the office and working from home), the daily rate for the role is up to £361 per day via an Umbrella company.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage end-to-end procurement exercises from initiation through to contract award.
- Deliver procurement activities through public sector frameworks and open market tendering routes.
- Develop and prepare procurement documentation, including tender packs, evaluation criteria and contract documentation.
- Support sourcing strategies and route-to-market decisions.
- Evaluate supplier submissions and undertake commercial assessments.
- Ensure compliance with procurement legislation, governance requirements and internal policies.
- Engage with stakeholders to understand business requirements and provide procurement advice.
- Support supplier and contract management activities where required.
- Utilise e-procurement systems, including SAP Ariba.
- Manage procurement timelines, approvals and governance requirements.
Categories Covered
The role supports procurement activity across a broad range of Soft FM and corporate service categories, including:
- Cleaning Services
- Security Services
- Uniforms & Workwear
- Hazardous Materials
- Labour Contracts
- Facilities Management Services
- Service Contracts
- Licensing Agreements
- Other Facilities-Related Services
Essential Skills & Experience
- Experience delivering end-to-end procurements independently.
- Strong understanding of public sector procurement regulations and governance.
- Experience using public sector frameworks such as CCS or equivalent.
- Experience developing procurement and tender documentation.
- Strong commercial awareness and analytical capability.
- Ability to evaluate supplier responses and provide procurement recommendations.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple procurement activities and competing deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and governance compliance.