Procurement Officer

Your new company
A large private sector organisation based in Antrim.

Your new role
The Procurement Officer will report to the Financial Controller and will play a crucial role in providing purchasing support across all departments within the organisation.
Main Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all purchase requests adhere to the organisation\'s purchasing policy and procedures while staying within budget constraints.
• Review, categorise, prioritise, and take action on all Purchase Requisitions received from user departments.
• Oversee the entire lifecycle of purchase orders, from placement to delivery.
• Source and price goods and services as needed.
• Collaborate with internal departments to discuss and negotiate prices.
• Handle enquiries from prospective suppliers.
• Provide support during tendering processes.
• Take ownership of procurement document management systems, ensuring regular reviews and updates. Highlight any areas of concern or action points.
• Regularly review and manage existing contracts.
• Provide advice and guidance on purchasing matters.
• Assist in training related to purchasing and procurement when necessary.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of the organisation\'s purchasing and tender plan.
• Coordinate the annual stock take, ensuring accurate counts of all stock items. Report results and propose adjustments to the Finance Manager.

What you\'ll need to succeed

• General Education to include GCSE Maths and English grade C and above or equivalent
• At least 2 years’ relevant experience of procurement
• Experience of working within an MRP/ERP platform
• Experience using software packages such as Microsoft Word, Excel Outlook and Databases
• Understanding of all aspects of the contracting process and experience of managing contracts

What you\'ll get in return

• Permanent position
• £30,000 per annum (flexible depending on experience)
• Hybrid working once training and probation is completed
• 33 days annual leave
• Group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP)
• Life Assurance
• Educational Development Allowance
• Employee assistance programme & counselling service
• Company sick pay (6 months full pay, followed by 6 months half pay)
• Enhanced parental leave
• Free car parking

What you need to do now

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