Strategic Public Sector Procurement Lead

Education Partnership; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational organization in Sunderland seeks a Procurement Officer to provide an efficient and professional procurement service. The successful candidate will support operational procurement, ensure compliance with regulations, and deliver value for money. Candidates must hold a CIPS Advanced Diploma with experience in public sector procurement. Join EPNE for extensive benefits including generous holidays, flexible work options, and wellness support.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible working options

Pension scheme options

Retail discounts via myLifestyle benefits

Health cash plans

Wellbeing support through a digital hub

Free parking on most campuses

Free gym access at Bede Campus

Qualifications

• Good understanding of Public Contract Regulations.
• Experience of working to agreed individual and team targets.
• Working knowledge of operating within organisational policies.

Responsibilities

• Support a professional procurement service delivering quality outcomes.
• Lead on procurement processes to achieve value for money.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial and operational regulations.

Skills

Purchasing and supply chain activity

IT skills in Microsoft packages

Knowledge of eProcurement systems

Education

Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) Advanced Diploma in Procurement & Supply

Job description

A prominent educational organization in Sunderland seeks a Procurement Officer to provide an efficient and professional procurement service. The successful candidate will support operational procurement, ensure compliance with regulations, and deliver value for money. Candidates must hold a CIPS Advanced Diploma with experience in public sector procurement. Join EPNE for extensive benefits including generous holidays, flexible work options, and wellness support.