Summary: The Senior Procurement and Contracts Officer role in Bournemouth involves managing high-value procurement processes for a local authority, ensuring compliance with public sector regulations, and overseeing supplier performance. The position requires fostering stakeholder relationships and driving strategic procurement improvements to deliver value-for-money services. This temporary contract offers an opportunity for a skilled professional to make a significant impact in the procurement field. The role is set to start as soon as possible.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end procurement processes for high-value, complex contracts, ensuring compliance with UK public procurement laws, council policies, and best practices.
• Oversee supplier performance and manage contracts, including drafting terms, negotiating conditions, and resolving disputes in collaboration with Legal and Finance teams.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to foster collaboration, identify cost-saving opportunities, and enhance service delivery.
• Ensure adherence to public procurement regulations and council governance procedures, maintain accurate records, and contribute to risk and quality management strategies.
• Monitor procurement and contract performance, deliver value for money, support financial management, and drive innovation and sustainability in procurement practices.

Key Skills:

• Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) qualification or equivalent (desirable).
• Management qualification or demonstrable experience in leading teams or projects effectively.
• In-depth knowledge of public sector procurement frameworks, including compliance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.
• Significant experience managing complex public sector procurement processes, including developing specifications, KPIs, and evaluation models.

Salary (Rate): £27

City: Bournemouth

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: Other