Procurement Business Partner

1 month ago


Leicester UK, Leicestershire, United Kingdom James Andrews Recruitment Solutions Ltd Full time

Following a period of growth, we are currently working in partnership with a leading Housing Association based in the East Midlands who are recruiting for 2 x Procurement Business Partners on a 6-month fixed term contract (with the view for extension past this point/permanent opportunity available).


This position is due to start accordingly to availability, is paying a salary banding of: £47,962 per annum rising to £50,00 upon successfully passing the probationary period.


This role offers three days working from home and two in the office.


The successful candidate will ideally be at least CIPS level 4 and actively studying working towards their qualifications. They will also have a good understanding of public sector procurement and know of the Procurement Act 2004.


Duties will include (but are not limited to):

Support the Procurement Manager and work in a team of seven working to tight deadlines in order meet deliverables across the organisation

Managing around 10 live procurements at any given time from, which will vary in stages as well as value: Low – up to £25k, Mid - £25k - £250k, High - £250k+

Support in developing the strategies and applying the strategies to all procurements

Ensure that all procurements are conducted in line with legislation and internal policies

Identify risks and potential compliance issues, to secure final resolution and business sign off

Manage the administrative tasks such as award notices, contract signing upload the contract on to the register and portal and set up the supplier

Ensure that full hand over is conducted from the point of contract sign off to the Contract Manager


Experience required:

Minimum 3 years working in public sector procurement

Experience conducting major procurement exercises in a multitude of categories


Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

Working knowledge of procurement law

Enhanced understanding and experience of public contract regulations and procurement bill 2003 and procurement act 2004

Experience and high-level knowledge of e-procurement portals and p2p systems

Experience managing contracts and delivering improved supplier performance


Rewards and Benefits:

Hybrid working with 3 days from home

Flexible working hours if needed

26 days annual leave + bank holidays

Season ticket loans

Bike 2 work scheme

Car leasing scheme

& many more


Working hours:

35.00 hours per week

Monday – Friday, - flexible hours on offer, including condensed hours


James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.


At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.


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