Job Description
Market 36 are recruiting on behalf of Epping Forrest council for a Procurement & Contracts Officer which will provide procurement and contract-related support and advice across the authority, assisting with procurement processes, contract drafting and supplier engagement while ensuring compliance with council policies and regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Corporate
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Provide advice and guidance on procurement and contracts across the organisation.
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Support the Procurement and Contracts Team within the Contracts, Partnerships and Procurement Directorate.
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Deliver excellent service to internal and external stakeholders.
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Work collaboratively with colleagues and external partners.
Service
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Provide procurement and contract subject matter support to staff across the authority.
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Support procurement processes, particularly contract drafting and documentation.
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Draft and review council contracts and update templates where required.
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Review supplier and framework terms and conditions, negotiating where necessary to ensure compliance and reduce risk.
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Keep up to date with relevant legislation and procurement regulations.
Skills, Knowledge & Attributes
Education
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Good standard of education.
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Procurement or contracts qualification, relevant experience, or willingness to undertake training.
Experience
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Experience working in procurement or contracts, ideally within a Local Authority or public sector environment.
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Experience drafting and reviewing contracts and supporting the contract lifecycle.
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Proven ability to deliver a professional and efficient service.
Knowledge & Skills
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Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
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Confident working with MS Office and service-specific systems.
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High attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
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Understanding of local government procurement processes and challenges.
Market 36 Recruitment Ltd cover a range of sectors including Commercial, Industrial, Engineering, HR & Finance & ITAD. This vacancy is being advertised by Market 36 Recruitment Ltd. We operate as an Employment Business for temporary roles and as an Employment Agency for permanent roles.
