We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Procurement Officer to provide professional, proactive procurement support and guidance across the Force. Working closely with the Force Procurement Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring value for money, compliance with legislation, and the effective use of departmental resources.

This is a dynamic and influential role within a busy procurement environment, requiring strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills and the ability to lead complex, high-value procurement projects.

• Lead and manage diverse, complex tendering exercises in line with WTO Directives and Public Contract Regulations, ensuring full compliance with legislation and Contract Standing Orders.
• Negotiate, construct and manage high-value procurement contracts that meet customer requirements and deliver best value.
• Provide expert advice to budget holders and senior managers on tendering procedures, financial regulations and procurement legislation.
• Proactively manage complex contracts, identifying opportunities for savings, efficiencies and improved value for money.
• Analyse spend data, identify patterns and contribute to future procurement spend reduction initiatives.
• Maintain accurate contract information on systems including Oracle Fusion, e-tendering platforms and national procurement databases.
• Support the Force Procurement Manager with high-value or technically complex projects, including liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
• Represent the Force at regional and national procurement meetings and lead on initiatives as required.
• Produce clear, evidence-based reports to support recommendations to senior leaders and decision-making forums.
• Ensure all relevant Health & Safety responsibilities, including risk assessments, are fulfilled in line with statutory obligations.

• CIPS Level 6 Professional Diplomaand/orsignificant experience managing complex, high-value procurement projects.
• Proven track record of leading high-level procurement activities within a large and complex organisation.
• Ability to deputise for the Force Procurement Manager at regional and national forums.
• Strong experience managing tender processes, including portal management, evaluation and moderation with senior stakeholders.
• Ability to provide consultancy-level procurement advice, including on complex tender evaluations.
• Skilled in generating accurate reports and statistics using ICT systems.
• Experience mentoring and supporting unqualified or part-qualified team members.
• In-depth knowledge of:
  • European Procurement Directives
  • Public Contract Regulations
  • Health & Safety legislation
  • Force Contract Standing Orders
  • Financial Regulations and Instructions
• Significant experience drafting, negotiating and managing complex tenders and contracts. xbpsjku
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills, with the ability to work effectively with contractors, tenderers, police officers and police staff.