Procurement and Contracts Support Officer

Procurement and Contracts Support Officer - Maternity Cover Contract type Fixed-term Department Procurement Team Salary Grade 8, £30,841 to £33,699 per annum Location County Hall, Newport, Isle of Wight Fixed-term contract to provide maternity cover until 31 December 2026 (to be confirmed) Approx. start date is planned for January 2026 This role is office-based; however, it also offers some agile or remote working We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented individual to join our Procurement and Contracts Team on a fixed-term basis to provide maternity cover for up to 12 months. You will provide essential guidance and support to ensure procurement and contract administration activities are delivered in line with corporate policies, procedures, and legislative transparency requirements. Key Responsibilities Monitor and administer contractual arrangements and performance measures using systems such as ProContract, Docusign and SAP. Review and approval of Purchase Order requests ensuring alignment with the Council’s Contract Standing Orders. Ensure corporate-level contract administration aligns with agreed policies and meets transparency obligations. Analyse spend data to identify non-compliance and support strategic savings opportunities. Advise commissioners on contract-related matters and monitor supplier performance/KPIs. Prepare management reports on contract activity, spend trends, and performance for stakeholders including CMT and Members. Support the Procurement Team with administrative and procedural procurement matters. Assist with live procurement processes, including issuing contracts and extension letters. Maintain the council’s procurement pipeline and planned activity register. Administer core systems including e-Tendering and Contract Management, ensuring the contracts register is accurate and complete. Support the Waiver and Transparency Policy and related operational procedures. Key Attributes Experience in procurement or contract administration within a public sector or similar environment. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and organisational abilities. Confidence using procurement systems and interpreting data to inform decisions. Annual leave entitlement of 32 days p/a PLUS public holidays Discounted Solent ferry travel Island bus network discount Cycle to work scheme Discounted island sports & leisure gym membership National and local discounts & benefits schemes Relocation scheme of up to £8,000 may be available for some roles (subject to criteria) Travel allowance may be available if commuting from the mainland (subject to criteria) The Isle of Wight Council currently does not have a license to sponsor overseas workers. We actively promote the diversity of our workforce, and provide flexible working options (where appropriate) to support the different needs of our employees. We are an equal opportunities employer, proud to encourage applications from all cultures, backgrounds and abilities to better reflect the diversity within our local community. We are a Disability Confident employer. Along with a number of commitments, this means, providing you meet the basic essential requirements of the advertised role and have declared yourself as disabled, you will be offered an opportunity for an interview within the council. The Isle of Wight Council protects its employees from discrimination, and this is supported by; The Isle of Wight Council’s Terms & Conditions of employment are available upon request. Please contact our recruitment team via adverts@iow.gov.uk if you would like to receive a copy. The Isle of Wight Council reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than stated, if required. To ensure your application is considered, it is recommended to submit your application promptly. For support completing your online application or for further information on how to apply, phone 01983 823134 or email callcentre@iow.gov.uk. Only applications submitted online by the closing date will be accepted. We often receive a high volume of applicants for our vacancies. If you do not hear from the recruiting manager within three weeks of the closing date, we regret that your application will not have been successful on this occasion. Please revisit our job page for alternate posts that may be suitable. #J-18808-Ljbffr