Procurement Officer - Children's Services (Hybrid)

1st Executive Ltd; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement firm seeks an Assistant Procurement Officer, ideally suited for someone at the Procurement Assistant level looking to advance. You will support procurement and contract management in Children’s Services, ensuring compliance with public sector regulations. This hybrid role requires effective communication skills and experience in relevant procurement tools. The position involves managing procurement requests, conducting RFQs, and maintaining accurate records, with flexible working hours. Suitable candidates should have a strong background in Children's Services and Education, alongside public sector knowledge.

Qualifications

• Experience with public sector procurement is essential.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Strong collaborative skills with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Respond to procurement requests from stakeholders.
• Manage the shared inbox and prioritize workloads.
• Handle RFQs in line with procurement procedures.
• Support procurement exercises through contract award.
• Maintain procurement and contract records.

Skills

Experience in Children’s Services and Education categories

Public sector procurement knowledge

Ability to carry out end-to-end procurements

Understanding of procurement compliance

Strong organisational skills

Good communication skills

Tools

Atamis

ProContracts

Job description

A leading procurement firm seeks an Assistant Procurement Officer, ideally suited for someone at the Procurement Assistant level looking to advance. You will support procurement and contract management in Children’s Services, ensuring compliance with public sector regulations. This hybrid role requires effective communication skills and experience in relevant procurement tools. The position involves managing procurement requests, conducting RFQs, and maintaining accurate records, with flexible working hours. Suitable candidates should have a strong background in Children's Services and Education, alongside public sector knowledge.