Procurement Officer - Reed : Job Details

• Job Type: Hybrid
• Location: Luton

We are looking for a passionate and innovative Procurement Officer to join an award-winning team.  As a Procurement Officer, you will ensure a proactive and consistent approach to all sourcing, tendering, and contract activity, maximising value for money, improving quality of supply, generating cost savings, and enhancing social value.

• Procure a variety of commodities and services through the electronic tendering portal.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders on procurement and contracting activity.
• Develop procurement strategies for renewing or creating new contracts/framework agreements with a sustainability focus.
• Conduct pre-market engagement to develop strategies and raise awareness of upcoming tender opportunities.
• Create effective ITT documents, lead evaluation sessions, negotiate with suppliers, and present outcomes clearly.
• Maintain and manage the contract database and e-Sourcing tools.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
• Run spend reports and monitor supplier performance.
• Provide advice on procurement procedures and supply chain management.
• Analyse market data to estimate and negotiate prices and costs for goods and services.
• Advise on corporate social responsibility in dealings with suppliers and stakeholders.

• CIPS qualification or willingness to work towards it.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Understanding of Public Contract Regulations and OJEU/FTS is ideal but not essential.
• Experience with Call-off Frameworks such as CCS is preferred but not essential.
• Methodical work approach with strong analytical and Microsoft Excel skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to identify anomalies in reports, evaluations, and financial data.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Organised, accurate, detail-oriented, independent, and a reliable team player.

• Opportunity to be part of a team committed to social and environmental responsibility.
• Professional development and career progression.
• Hybrid working model to support work-life balance.

To apply for the Procurement Officer position, please submit your CV.