Service Care Solutions are looking for a Procurement Officer to work within the Lancashire Constabulary on a initial 3-month contract.
Location: Preston
Job role/responsibilities:
To provide a high-quality procurement function to the Constabulary, supporting the Procurement and Contracts Manager

• Undertake tendering exercises adhering to EU Directives and Public Contract Regulations.


• Provide stakeholder support for procurement projects.


• Deliver presentations on procurement regulations and directives.


• Lead, negotiate, and manage diverse procurement contracts within prescribed timescales.


• Proactively manage contracts to identify savings and achieve value for money.


• Contribute to procurement meetings and lead initiatives.


• Advise budget holders and senior managers on tendering procedures and compliance.


• Support the Procurement and Contracts Manager on high-value projects.


• Conduct market testing and vendor rating for procurement options.


• Report and challenge spending trends.


• Produce timely reports for recommendations.


• Maintain accurate contract information.


• Demonstrate a commitment to value for money and high-quality service.

Knowledge/Experience required:

• Experience of negotiating and influencing with internal and external stakeholders.


• Knowledge and experience of interpreting and applying specific relevant legislation.


• Knowledge and experience of public sector procurement processes.


• Experience of market testing initiatives for goods services and works of significant value.


• Experience of delivering projects in line with contractually agreed costs.


• Experience and application of evaluation methodology tools for tender analysis.


• Experience of the preparation of reports and delivery of presentations in order to influence buying decisions.


• Knowledge of the role the various stakeholders play within the procurement environment.

Qualifications required:

• Commitment to working towards or fully qualified to Level 6 Graduate Professional Diploma in Procurement & Supply (or equivalent) - Level 5 is a minimum.

If you are interested in this role or want further discussion, please contact Lewis O'Donnell either via email: lewis.odonnell@servicecare.org.uk or tel: 01772208962.
Alternatively, if you have any friend or colleagues that might be interested, please feel free to refer them as we a have a £250 referral scheme in place.