Procurement Officer

Cedar Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced Procurement Officer to support and lead procurement activities for a local authority in the South East. The role will be working hybrid on an interim basis, with a contract length of between 6-9 months.

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The daily rate on offer for the role is between £350-£450 per day Inside IR35.
The role will involve managing high-value and complex projects (over £100,000), while advising on lower value procurements to ensure compliance, value for money, and high quality outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Lead complex procurement projects and tenders
Provide expert advice on sourcing, tendering, and procurement compliance
Develop specifications, tender documents, and evaluation criteria
Identify cost-saving and service improvement opportunities
Support procurement strategy, policies, and pipeline planning
Manage and support the e-procurement system, including user training
Maintain the Contracts Register and ensure transparency compliance
Collaborate with internal teams and external partners

About You

Experience managing end-to-end procurement processes
Strong knowledge of UK procurement legislation (PA23)
Strong stakeholder engagement and organisational skills
Experience with e-procurement systems
Experience of working within local authority is highly advantageous
Should this role sound of interest and you meet the minimum requirements, then please apply and one of the team will be in touch to discuss the role with you further. xwzovoh
Alternatively, please refer someone for a voucher if they are successfully placed and stay for at least 12 weeks of the contract.