Procurement Officer - Public Sector (Hybrid/Remote | £28.5k-£39.8k DOE)
Are you ready to take your procurement career to the next level with a values-driven, public-sector organisation that supports a wide range of complex and meaningful projects?
We're working with a collaborative procurement service that operates across multiple local authorities in the North West. They're on a mission to make public procurement smarter, fairer, and more impactful - and they're looking for a Procurement Officer to join their growing team.
📍 Location
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Remote-first - with kit collection on day one
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Quarterly in-person meet-ups
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Regular team collaboration via Teams
💰 Salary & Progression
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Band 4-7 Career Graded: £28,500 - £39,800 (depending on experience/qualifications)
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Clear progression path into Category Manager, Business Manager, and leadership roles (£44k-£50k+)
🧩 The Role
You'll deliver procurement projects that support a wide range of public services, from children's social care to IT, HR, or environmental services - all aligned by procurement category, not geography.
The role is hands-on and collaborative. You'll support everything from early-stage market engagement to evaluation, supplier onboarding, and contract award - all with a strong focus on value for money, social impact, and innovation.
Your day-to-day might include:
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Managing small procurement projects or supporting larger strategic ones
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Writing specifications and tender documents
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Evaluating supplier submissions
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Supporting audits and governance
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Working closely with stakeholders, contract owners, and your peers
🎓 Who We're Looking For
We're open to people at different levels of procurement experience, so whether you're just starting out or ready to step into more complex project work, we'd love to hear from you.
You'll need:
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1-3+ years of procurement experience (public sector preferred but not essential)
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Familiarity with procurement tools, systems, or legislation
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Ability to communicate effectively across departments and with suppliers
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Commitment to continuous learning - you'll be supported through CIPS Level 4-6 as you progress
🌍 Why Join?
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Work on meaningful public service procurement projects with real social value
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Be part of a supportive team of 50+ professionals, not a solo operator
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Real career development opportunities into category or management roles
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Flexible hybrid working with a modern approach to collaboration
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The chance to make a tangible impact in your community through your work
⚡️ How to Apply
Apply now or drop us a message for a confidential chat. Interviews are ongoing, and we expect strong interest given the flexibility and progression this opportunity offers