Procurement and Contracting Officer

1 week ago


Huntingdonshire Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority Full time €35,000
Job Description

The Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority is currently looking to hire a Procurement and Contracts Officer with experience in matters related to public transport. While the primary focus of this role will be on public transport, the successful candidate will also have the opportunity to handle procurement for other subject matters. The position is full-time and permanent, offering a competitive salary of £35,000 depending on experience.

The Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority works with our local councils, the Business Board (Local Enterprise Partnership), local public services, Government departments and agencies, universities, and businesses to grow the local and national economy.

About the role:

We are looking to recruit a Procurement and Contracts Officer to work as part of the Procurement and Contracting team, supporting the wider organisation in meeting their procurement requirements, and to support the Procurement and Contracting Manager with complex procurements.

Key responsibilities of our Procurement and Contracting Officer:

  • To provide effective procurement and contracting advice and provide support throughout whole life of the contracting process, individually, and with the supervision of the Procurement & Contracting Manager for complex procurements.
  • To provide and advise on the use of procurement templates, appointment and evaluation criteria, procurement timetables, and the provision of procurement documentation, with the support of legal advisors in relation to contract documentation etc.
  • To provide practical support in identifying available and suitable routes to market, including framework agreements, and supporting officers in the completion of appropriate documentation, including specification, and managing the procurement process, including mini competitions in the context of framework agreements.
  • To support officers with completing all procurement-related reports, including (but not limited to); exemptions, contract variations or extensions and award reports and manage the process of ensuring they are reviewed and agreed by all necessary internal officers or external parties, or supporting on any other process of authorisation. Ensuring that any associated administration or record keeping is carried out.

What we are looking for in our Procurement and Contracting Officer:

  • Some experience of procuring contracts under EU and UK Public Contracts legislation
  • Knowledgeable of current practices of procurement which is suitable for the public sector.
  • Moderate experience of procuring public transport related projects
  • Demonstrating professional knowledge and judgement in making decisions
  • Ability to organise and prioritise own workload, within defined requirements for the role.
  • A ‘can do’ attitude to getting things done in a collaborative manner that supports a team working approach
  • Capability to complete tasks before deadlines.
  • Good oral and written skills to provide clear and concise messages
  • Knowledge of and ability to use standard IT packages (Microsoft Office and Outlook).
  • Insight managing tenders electronically.
  • Expertise in procuring public transport contracts.
  • Willingness to undertake Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply Qualification
  • Maths & English GCSE (or equivalent qualification required to undertake CIPS training)

As part of our commitment to promoting equality and diversity, we invite you to complete our voluntary Equal Opportunities Questionnaire Form by emailing recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk . Your participation in this process is entirely optional and will not impact your application in any way.

Apply Now For any questions or queries regarding this role email recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk



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