Job vacancy details
Corporate Procurement Officer
| Employer | Elmbridge Borough Council | Location | Civic Centre, High Street, Esher, Surrey, KT10 9SD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Working Pattern | Flexible Hours, Full Time, Permanent position | Hours | 36 hours per week |
| Salary | £26,997 - £32,523 pa | Reference | FCS 447 |
| Closing Date | 14/07/2009 12:00 PM | ||
It’s exciting times for procurement in Surrey, following the introduction of an innovative shared procurement hub across 2 District Councils The Central Surrey Procurement Partnership (CSSP) has been established between Elmbridge, Epsom & Ewell and the South East Efficiency and Improvement Partnership (EISE) with the intention of providing expertise in our procurement activities, taking opportunities arising from greater joint purchasing power, and assisting each organisation in meeting the challenges from the efficiency agenda.
As a result of this, Elmbridge Borough Council is looking to recruit a procurement officer to complete the CSSP team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a bright, ambitious procurement professional to make their mark in a new high profile venture, where they will have the opportunity to work across a wide range of goods and services.
You will work closely with the Head of Procurement of the CSSP to embed best practise in procurement and contract management and also play a pivotal role in the implementation and development of e-procurement systems.
Working with colleagues in the partner Councils and widely across the region you will seek out the best deals for goods and services to ensure that the Council’s purchasing powers are maximised.
Ideally the candidates will have:
- Degree level education and either be working towards or be prepared to work to CIPS. (the Council will offer funding for studying)
- Previous procurement experience in either public or private sector multi-disciplinary background.
- Experience of preparing and evaluating tenders
- Evidence a track record of delivering savings/securing quality
- Commercial acumen
- Good communication skills to allow you to work effectively with departments across an organisation.
- Ambition and motivation and be keen to develop the role to its’ full potential
For further information about the post please contact Nanette Young, Head of Procurement on Mondays or Tuesdays on 01372 474129.
Please note that we do not accept CV’s without an application form.
Equal Opportunities
Elmbridge is an Equal Opportunities Employer
