Procurement Specialist

My client, an iconic public sector organisation is seeking a motivated and commercially minded Procurement Specialist to join its Procurement team. This is an excellent opportunity to support strategic sourcing, tendering, and contract management activities within a regulated public sector environment.

About the Role

Reporting into the Procurement Manager, the successful candidate will manage end-to-end procurement activities across a broad range of goods and services categories. You will support strategic sourcing initiatives, lead tendering processes, manage supplier relationships, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within a regulated public sector environment.

This role is ideal for a procurement professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and has strong knowledge of public procurement procedures and compliance requirements.

My Client offers the opportunity to build a long-term career within a respected public sector environment, with competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to nationally important services.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement processes in line with EU Directives, public sector regulations, and internal policies
• Plan and execute tendering activities across multiple procurement procedures
• Prepare, issue, and evaluate tender documentation to support robust and transparent decision-making
• Conduct strategic sourcing activities including RFQs and mini-competitions
• Lead supplier negotiations to achieve best value and commercial outcomes
• Support timely contract award and maintain accurate procurement records
• Develop and implement contract management plans throughout the contract lifecycle
• Monitor supplier performance and manage supplier relationships effectively
• Track spend against budgets and develop KPIs to support performance management
• Conduct regular contract reviews to ensure compliance and ongoing value for money
• Support the development of SOPs and drive process improvement and automation initiatives
• Liaise with Government Departments and internal stakeholders on procurement and public spending requirements

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Qualification in Public Procurement (minimum Level 6 or equivalent)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience within a public procurement environment
• Experience managing procurement and tendering processes
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical capability
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word

Apply Now

If you feel that you fulfil the above qualifications please apply today with your CV. If you have any further questions please contact Rachael Pando of FRS Recruitment

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