Senior Procurement and Contracts Officer

Senior Procurement and Contracts Officer

Immediately Required

Location: Devon

Salary: £40,222 per annum

Length of Contract: 12 months

Our client, a renowned Public Sector company in Devon is looking for a Senior Procurement and Contracts Officer on a 12 month fixed term contract.

They are seeking a skilled professional to play a pivotal role in driving effective commercial solutions, ensuring compliance, and maximising value across the business.

This would suit someone who has worked in public sector or construction procurement previously.

Day-to-Day Duties:

• Lead and manage the entire procurement process for contracts, including high-value, high-risk, and complex agreements, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements and best practices
• Provide expert advice on all aspects of commercial policy and practice, focusing on contract management, supplier performance, dispute resolution, and business continuity.
• Engage with Directorates and Business Units to identify business needs, develop commercial strategies, and ensure effective implementation in line with companies priorities
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and best practices, ensuring effective communication and embedding of compliance requirements across the organisation

Required Skills and Education:

• Degree level or equivalent, or demonstrable academic/professional experience in the relevant field
• Construction Procurement experience
• Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply or equivalent, or senior-level procurement experience
• Proven ability to work autonomously, make decisions aligned with the role, and influence senior stakeholders
• Extensive operational experience in Procurement and contract management, with knowledge of key commercial processes and legislation
• Ability to work collaboratively, develop commercial strategies, and support their effective implementation
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex information clearly to diverse audiences

If you are a forward-thinking, adaptable professional committed to delivering excellence in Procurement and contract management, please contact Ellie Benson at DK Recruitment