Procurement Officer

Procurement Officer 6 Month Contract Up to £350 per day Inside IR35 Liverpool (twice per week in the office) Purpose of the Role The Procurement Officer will support the delivery of compliant, efficient, and value-driven procurement and contract management activities. Working closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers, the role will ensure procurement processes achieve best value, meet legislative requirements, and contribute to organisational objectives through effective contract management, supplier performance monitoring, and the promotion of social value and sustainability. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage end-to-end procurement activities, including tender development, evaluation, contract award, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and best practice. Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and partners, providing expert procurement advice and supporting strategic procurement planning. Monitor supplier performance and contract compliance, ensuring value for money, delivery of social value commitments, and continuous improvement through effective contract management and benchmarking. Requirements To be successful in this role, you will have: CIPS Level 4 qualification (or equivalent experience in public sector procurement). Proven experience within a public sector procurement environment. Sound knowledge of Public Procurement Regulations, the Equality Act, and Modern Slavery legislation. - PA23 or PCR2015 Experience using e-procurement systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships at all levels. Understanding of sustainable procurement principles and their practical application. (Rullion is a recruitment agency) Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants