Procurement & Contracts Officer
New Yesterday
Procurement & Contracts Officer
37 Hours Per Week
Circa £35,000 per annum
We are looking for an experienced, professionally qualified, Procurement & Contracts Officer to join us in a newly created, standalone role. You will be responsible for co-ordinating the procurement and contract administration function across the business, ensuring compliance with legislation, policies and procedures.
Working collaboratively with stakeholders, you will provide expert knowledge and guidance, supporting on the procurement process for goods, services and works. You will manage and maintain the contracts register, ensuring effective management practices are in place, as well as managing the E-Procurement system.
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:
- Proven experience and up to date knowledge in procurement within a non-profit, public sector, or similarly highly regulated environment.
- Level 4 Chartered Institute of Procurement Supply (CIPS) or equivalent experience
- A fundamental understanding of procurement frameworks
- Experience using digital solutions, such as e-procurement tools.
- Be data driven, with strong IT skills, including Excel
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to work under pressure effectively, multi-task and prioritise conflicting demands.
- Experience of managing tendering process
- Demonstrable experience of monitoring contracts at all levels and supporting contract managers.
At Saxon Weald we believe in the potential of every individual to bring unique perspectives and skills to our team. While we have outlined certain criteria for this position in the attached role profile, we encourage candidates who may not meet all the specified requirements to apply. We value diversity and are committed to providing equal opportunities for growth and development. If you align with our values and are excited about what you can bring to the role, we welcome your application.
Reasons why you should apply:
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Excellent employer pension contributions up to 12%
- Life assurance 4x annual salary.
- Cashback on day to day medical expenses
- Leading Employee Assistance Programme, gym discounts & cycle to work scheme
- Loyalty scheme for long-serving colleagues including increased annual leave and a hamper
- Hybrid working available with a modern, recently refurbished office in Horsham
About Saxon Weald
Saxon Weald's purpose is to enable positive life chances by providing safe and secure homes. We are passionate about delivering an excellent customer experience and wish to employ great people who are committed to our values. We have 7000 homes (81% in Horsham District, 6% in West Sussex, 5% in East Sussex, 8% in Hampshire).
We’re dedicated to creating a fair, inclusive environment where everyone feels they can be themselves. We recognise the value that a diverse workforce brings, and the different perspectives that colleagues from a range of backgrounds can bring. We therefore especially encourage applications from those who may be underrepresented in our organisation, including people from minority ethnic backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
As a disability-confident employer, we are fully supportive of any workplace adjustments that can be made to our recruitment process to give you a fair chance at sharing your skills and experience with us. To discuss further, please contact applications@saxonweald.com
We reserve the right to call candidates to interview or withdraw this vacancy at any time if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as soon as possible.
Apply here: https://www.jobtrain.co.uk/saxonweald/Job/JobDetail?JobId=1329
Job Summary
- Location
Horsham, West Sussex
- Organization
Saxon Weald
- Job Type
Permanent, Full Time
- Closing Date
03/08/2025
- Reference ID
35777
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- Salary:
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- Job Type:
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- Category:
- Management & Operations
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