Procurement Officer

About UsWe are Lichfield District Council, a local authority in the heart of England, providing services to over 100,000 residents. Our district is a beautiful place to live and work, known for its historic city centre, the magnificent Lichfield Cathedral, and as the birthplace of Samuel Johnson.Our organisation is ambitious, innovative, and people-focused, driven by a shared commitment to delivering the best for our communities. We’re investing in our future, building strong foundations, developing great people, and providing excellent services that make a real difference.The OpportunityWe’re looking for an experienced Senior Procurement and Commissioning Specialist to join our Finance and Procurement Team.In this key role, you’ll support all procurement activities, including those above the Procurement Act 2023 thresholds, driving savings, innovation, and social and economic improvements across the Council. You’ll bring commercial acumen, strategic thinking, and strong market knowledge to help deliver real outcomes for internal stakeholders and the residents of Lichfield District.What You’ll DoDeliver high-quality procurement and commissioning support across all Council services.Provide expert commercial advice and guidance to colleagues to help achieve savings and strategic objectives.Lead and support innovative procurement activity that drives value and social impact.Manage contracts, supplier relationships, and procurement risk across a wide range of categories.Coordinate and maintain key procurement systems, including the contracts register, Future Procurement Plan, and eTendering system.Organise and participate in supplier engagement events such as Meet the Buyer and How to Tender sessions.Develop and manage tender documentation, specifications, and evaluation criteria.Promote transparency, compliance, and continuous improvement across all procurement and commissioning processes.(Full job description available upon request.)About YouWe’re looking for a confident, experienced professional who can combine deep procurement knowledge with practical problem-solving skills and a collaborative approach.Essential Requirements:CIPS Level 4 qualification (or equivalent).Minimum 5 years’ experience in procurement, including 3 years within the public sector.Proven experience managing high-value, complex, or high-risk procurements.Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.Desirable:CIPS Level 5 or above (or working towards).Experience with ProContract or similar eTendering systems.Experience across a broad range of categories including IT and Facilities.Why Join Us?This is a fantastic opportunity to help shape the future of Lichfield District a place with a rich heritage, a growing economy, and ambitious plans for the years ahead.You’ll join a forward-thinking, supportive, and flexible organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.Benefits Include:Friendly, inclusive and supportive working environment Hybrid and flexible working options Local Government Pension Scheme (with life cover – 3x salary) Generous annual leave Private health care (after 6 months’ probation) Free onsite parking Discounted gym membership Modern offices with complimentary refreshmentsHow to ApplyIf this sounds like the perfect next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.Please send your CV and supporting statement to careers@lwmts.co.uk.If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please email careers@lwmts.co.uk so we can support you.Important InformationWe value every application and aim to review all submissions carefully. However, due to high application volumes, we may close the vacancy early, so please apply as soon as possible.If you haven’t heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has not been shortlisted on this occasion.All offers of employment are conditional upon:Two satisfactory references (covering the last 3 years of employment)Proof of right to work in the UKA DBS check (if applicable)We look forward to hearing from you.