Role: Interim Procurement Officer (Highways and Transport) REF 135042
Contract Length: 3 months
Location: Hybrid/Dorchester – 2 days per week in office
IR35: Inside
Pay Rate to Intermediary: £500 per day
Spinwell is recruiting for an Interim Procurement Officer for an excellent opportunity within the public sector.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE INTERIM PROCUREMENT OFFICER
- Manage end-to-end procurement processes school transport contracts, public transport contracts
- Ensure all procurement activity complies with UK public procurement regulations, the Procurement Act 2023, and local authority standing orders.
- Prepare tender documentation, support supplier engagement, and oversee evaluation and award processes.
- Advise internal stakeholders on procurement strategy, risk management, and contract compliance.
- Support the development and delivery of frameworks and dynamic purchasing systems.
- Maintain accurate records for audit and governance purposes.
- Provide expert guidance to internal teams
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE OF THE INTERIM PROCUREMENT OFFICER
- Proven experience in public sector procurement, ideally within a local authority setting.
- Strong knowledge of UK procurement legislation and contract forms (NEC).
- Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects under tight deadlines.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills.
- Immediate availability and ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.
If you are an Interim Procurement Officer, apply now or send your CV to Spinwell!
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