Procurement and Contracts Officer

My client, a Borough in Surrey, is seeking a highly motivated, organised and commercially aware procurement and contracts officer to support their corporate priorities by ensuring value for money through the delivery of procurement of a wide range of goods and services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist, advise and implement on effective procurement and contract management
• Develop effective sourcing strategies for use across the organisation
• Support the implementation of the procurement strategy , including sustainable procurement and delivering best value for money for the procurement of works, goods and services
• Identify collaborative procurement opportunities with other Authorities where appropriate
• Support the development and management of clear procurement processes across the Council.
• Develop clear procurement plans for all procurement requirements
• Provide assistance and advice to the wider organisation on all procurement matters.
• Prepare ITT and RFQ’s processes and work with colleagues to develop specifications
• Maintain contracts register to ensure compliance and improve efficiencies in procurement processes and contract management

Key Person Specification:

• Demonstrable proven experience as an effective procurement officer
• Experience in producing tender documents, specifications of requirements and contract       schedules
• Able to develop effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Sourcing and procurement techniques
• Public Contract Regulations and practical application
• Contract Management and measurement
• Highly motivated self-starter with exceptional communication skills and flexible in approach
• Excellent verbal and numerical skills
• Numerate with good negotiation skills
• A team player with good interpersonal skills

For a confidential discussion or would like to find out more, please contact Vicky Power on vickypower@allenlane.co.uk or 0203 0319639.