Digital Procurement

2 days ago

Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom LCC Career Site Full time £46,142 - £51,356

£46,142 - £51,356 per annum | Permanent, Full Time, 37 hours per week | Preston

Are you ready to help shape the future of digital delivery in Lancashire? This exciting opportunity sits within Digital Services in our newly formed Digital Commissioning Service, a key driver of our Digital Strategy 2025–2029. Built around user needs, collaboration, and data-led decision-making, the service enables smarter procurement, stronger supplier relationships, and a more resilient digital infrastructure.

As Digital Procurement & Contract Officer, you will play a pivotal role in transforming how we design, procure, and manage digital services. Working closely with colleagues across Digital Services and Procurement, you will:

  • Lead the shift to outcome-based procurement focused on user needs.
  • Ensure suppliers meet service quality, availability, and innovation standards.
  • Introduce SLAs and OLAs to promote governance and service integration.
  • Act as a key liaison between Digital Services and Procurement teams.
  • Advise on emerging digital products and services.
  • Support strategic sourcing and contract management for digital initiatives.
  • Embed corporate approaches to supplier relationship management.

What We're Looking For;

  • Relevant degree or professional qualification.
  • Experience in digital asset and license management.
  • Proven track record in strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management.
  • Experience in public sector procurement and contract management.
  • In-depth knowledge of public sector procurement regulations.
  • Ability to lead and motivate teams.

This is a unique chance to be part of a forward-thinking team that's shaping the future of digital procurement and contracts at Lancashire County Council. If you're ready to make a difference and grow your career in a dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you.

Closing Date: 31/01/2026

Why join us?

By joining Lancashire County Council, you can shape the career path that is right for you, with opportunities to gain personal and professional qualifications, coaching, and mentoring. Lancashire County Council truly is the place where you can have the career you've always wanted. 

In return for your passion and expertise, we offer a generous benefits package, which includes: 

  • A competitive salary and Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions. 
  • A great holiday entitlement of 26 days annual leave, which increases with length of service. You will also be entitled to 8 Bank Holidays, 2 additional statutory Bank Holidays, and have the option to buy additional leave each year. 
  • Our staff discount scheme in partnership with Vivup, allowing you to access discounts with a range of UK retailers, saving on everything from weekly food shops to white goods and cars. 
  • Access to fantastic development and career opportunities. 

Please ensure you upload a supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the criteria for the role.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.

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