Procurement Officer - #2164154

A public sector organisation seeking an experienced Procurement Officer to join its Soft FM Procurement Team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional with experience delivering end-to-end procurement exercises within a public sector or regulated environment. You will support the Procurement Manager in delivering a varied portfolio of procurement activities across facilities management and operational service categories, managing procurements from inception through to contract award. Pre-contract experience is essential

The successful candidate will be able to work independently, manage multiple procurement projects simultaneously and confidently engage with stakeholders across the business to deliver compliant, value-for-money procurement outcomes.

This is an initial contract until the end of February based in Central London with hybrid working available (50% in the office and working from home), the daily rate for the role is up to £361 per day via an Umbrella company.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end procurement exercises from initiation through to contract award.
• Deliver procurement activities through public sector frameworks and open market tendering routes.
• Develop and prepare procurement documentation, including tender packs, evaluation criteria and contract documentation.
• Support sourcing strategies and route-to-market decisions.
• Evaluate supplier submissions and undertake commercial assessments.
• Ensure compliance with procurement legislation, governance requirements and internal policies.
• Engage with stakeholders to understand business requirements and provide procurement advice.
• Support supplier and contract management activities where required.
• Utilise e-procurement systems, including SAP Ariba.
• Manage procurement timelines, approvals and governance requirements.

Categories Covered

The role supports procurement activity across a broad range of Soft FM and corporate service categories, including:

• Cleaning Services
• Security Services
• Uniforms & Workwear
• Hazardous Materials
• Labour Contracts
• Facilities Management Services
• Service Contracts
• Licensing Agreements
• Other Facilities-Related Services

Essential Skills & Experience

• Experience delivering end-to-end procurements independently.
• Strong understanding of public sector procurement regulations and governance.
• Experience using public sector frameworks such as CCS or equivalent.
• Experience developing procurement and tender documentation.
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical capability.
• Ability to evaluate supplier responses and provide procurement recommendations.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple procurement activities and competing deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and governance compliance.