Procurement & Contract Officer

2 months ago

Bradford, United Kingdom Bradford College Full time

We have a fantastic opportunity for a **Procurement & Contract Officer** to join our busy and dedicated Finance & Procurement Department.

Reporting to the Head of Finance the post holder will be responsible for proactively tendering and contracting activity within the College’s central procurement department.

The postholder will ensure that all goods and services are procured in the most cost
- and time-efficient manner and in doing so will ensure that the College’s Financial Regulations and Value for Money strategy are adhered to at all times.

**Responsibilities include**:

- Accountability for end-to-end procurement and contractual process for key goods and services, dealing with external stakeholders at all levels and internal commissioning Directors, Heads of and Managers in all aspects of the provision procured
- Responsibility for contract management throughout the life of the procurement cycle and for the upkeep of the contract register dealing with external stakeholders at all levels and internal commissioning Directors, Heads of and Managers in all aspects of the provision procured
- Responsibility for developing sourcing and contracting strategies for commercial agreements for the supply of goods, services dealing with external stakeholders at all levels and internal commissioning Directors, Heads of and Managers in all aspects of the provision procured
- Ensuring contract terms and conditions and commercial schedules are as per the tender (ITT) documents and Supplier Proposals with suppliers of all services tendered for
- Supporting the Head of Finance and Procurement in reviewing existing and new end to end procurement processes
- Continuously providing specific procurement advice and guidance to senior management, heads of division and managers
- Management of the Approved Supplier Lists and supplier rationalization project by carrying out due diligence on all the College’s suppliers

**For the full job description and person specification, please**

**Education & Training**
- GCSE 4 - 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in Maths or be prepared to pass a test prior to interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then if appointed achieve within an agreed timescale
- GCSE 4 - 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in English or be prepared to pass a test prior to interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then if appointed achieve within an agreed timescale
- A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent level of work experience
- A procurement specific qualification (or working towards) is desirable but not essential

**Experience**
- Previous role in procurement and contract management
- Understanding of financial regulations and UK Government procurement legislation
- Experience of managing service providers and achieving service level agreements

**Bradford College**

At Bradford College our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.

Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone. From undergraduate, postgraduate and professional qualifications to distance learning and short community courses.

Our aim is to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference to the lives of everyone at Bradford College.

**Benefits of working at Bradford College**:

- Generous annual leave entitlement (30 days in addition to bank holidays and Efficiency Days)
- Pension scheme (Local Government or Teachers Pension Scheme)
- Development Opportunities (training days and Personal Development Plans)*
- Money saving options with local organisations
- Employee Assistance Programme and a range of wellbeing activities
- Discounted Parking
- Short walk to Bradford Train Stations
- If you have the drive to further develop your skills and abilities, you will be given the support and opportunities you need to enhance your career. This includes access to in-house training and CPD, professional and academic qualifications and mentoring.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks will be undertaken for this post including a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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