Procurement Officer

Salary Range

Grade C to G (£19,374 to £31,725)

The Role:

The Procurement function at Northumbria Police is growing and is being transformed. Our aim is to be best in class, delivering the best possible service to our colleagues within the Force and ensuring Northumbria Police obtain best possible value in every transaction we manage.

We are seeking enthusiastic and proactive individuals to join our team and to really help drive the function forward. We are looking for candidates that will be the right fit for this team. Procurement experience is desirable but not essential.

This opportunity will suit those currently in a Procurement role, who are looking to progress or merely seeking a new challenge. It will also suit those who are just starting out on their Procurement career and are looking for an organisation who will help them develop into high performing, Procurement professionals.

There is an opportunity to come into this role and begin at various levels. The grade (and salary) that you enter at will depend upon experience and CIPS qualifications. Once in the role, there will be opportunity (and you will be encouraged) to progress through the grades.

Why Northumbria?

As one of the largest police forces in the country and recognised as one of the top performing in the UK, Northumbria Police are truly committed to preventing crime and disorder and protecting the most vulnerable in our communities.

We endeavour to achieve this by all working together, officers and police staff alike.

The Procurement function plays an essential role in helping do this and we offer a real chance to make a difference.

What will I be doing?

Reporting to the Senior Procurement Officer you will be responsible for activities in relation to the procurement and management of contracts. This will include maintaining positive customer and supplier relations, the arranging and negotiation of contracts in accordance with UK Procurement Legislation and ongoing contract management, including the identification and delivery of cost reductions.

Responsibilities include:

· Leading on projects and contributing to the development and maintenance of contracting arrangements.

· Maintaining and maximising optimum value for money to deliver a flexible and high-quality service which supports the Force and OPCC (Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner) strategic objectives.

· Developing and maintaining relationships with suppliers and internal customers to ensure Procurement processes and existing contracts are managed well and continue to deliver value for money.

· Acting as the first point of contact for Procurement queries from internal and external stakeholders, to deliver value for money solutions.

· Supporting the Senior Procurement Officer on key projects.

· Maintaining accurate records.

· Data Analysis.

· Carrying out market research.

What do I need?

There is an opportunity to come into this role and begin at various levels. The grade (and salary) that you enter at will depend upon experience and CIPS qualifications.

We are offering a career graded opportunities with the Procurement team meaning that we have flexibility to bring candidates in at different levels, depending on your experience

For full details of what we are looking for at each level please visit our Careers site.

What can you expect from us in return for your dedication?

· Fantastic public pension scheme

· Childcare Vouchers

· Excellent discounts on all things from shopping to eating out thanks to the BlueLight Discount Card

· Huge focus on wellbeing, trained mental health first aiders on site, EAP service

· Access to gyms

· Flexible working (to be agreed)

Amongst other benefits

Northumbria Police are currently undertaking a role and reward project in respect of all police staff posts. For further information please contact the Talent Acquisition team.

Vetting level: RV

Applicants must be a resident of the UK for a minimum period of 3 years to ensure vetting checks can be successfully performed.

A job offer will be dependent upon vetting clearance, medical information, and references.

We know that an inclusive environment makes us more accessible and ensures we attract, engage, promote, and retain great people. Northumbria Police fully supports a policy of equal opportunities, and we welcome applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. Appointments are based on merit alone.