Procurement Officer
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- England,East of England,Essex
- Full Time, Contract
- £45,000 per annum
Job Description:
Full job descriptionProcurement Officer
6 Month FTC | Southend | Immediate Start
£40,000 – £45,000
An opportunity has arisen for a proactive Procurement professional to join a well-established organisation on an initial 6-month fixed-term contract.
This role will play a key part in delivering cost-effective, commercially sound supplier arrangements, with a focus on day-to-day procurement activity, contract optimisation, and driving value through supplier engagement.
Key Responsibilities*Manage and review existing supplier contracts, identifying opportunities to improve cost, service levels, and commercial terms
*Support procurement activity across a range of spend areas, ensuring compliance and value for money
*Lead and coordinate lower value tenders, RFQs, and supplier renegotiations
*Monitor supplier performance, escalating risks and identifying improvement opportunities
*Conduct market research to benchmark pricing and identify alternative suppliers
*Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and support operational delivery
*Maintain accurate procurement records, contracts, and supplier data
*Contribute to cost-saving initiatives and broader commercial improvement projects
About You*Experience within procurement, purchasing, or a commercial support environment
*Confident in supplier negotiation and relationship management
*Comfortable reviewing contracts and identifying opportunities for improvement
*Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and market insights
*Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
*Commercially focused, with a proactive and solutions-driven approach
Apply
If you’re available immediately (or at short notice) and interested in a fast-paced procurement role, please apply with your CV to be considered.
6 Month FTC | Southend | Immediate Start
£40,000 – £45,000
An opportunity has arisen for a proactive Procurement professional to join a well-established organisation on an initial 6-month fixed-term contract.
This role will play a key part in delivering cost-effective, commercially sound supplier arrangements, with a focus on day-to-day procurement activity, contract optimisation, and driving value through supplier engagement.
Key Responsibilities*Manage and review existing supplier contracts, identifying opportunities to improve cost, service levels, and commercial terms
*Support procurement activity across a range of spend areas, ensuring compliance and value for money
*Lead and coordinate lower value tenders, RFQs, and supplier renegotiations
*Monitor supplier performance, escalating risks and identifying improvement opportunities
*Conduct market research to benchmark pricing and identify alternative suppliers
*Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and support operational delivery
*Maintain accurate procurement records, contracts, and supplier data
*Contribute to cost-saving initiatives and broader commercial improvement projects
About You*Experience within procurement, purchasing, or a commercial support environment
*Confident in supplier negotiation and relationship management
*Comfortable reviewing contracts and identifying opportunities for improvement
*Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and market insights
*Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
*Commercially focused, with a proactive and solutions-driven approach
Apply
If you’re available immediately (or at short notice) and interested in a fast-paced procurement role, please apply with your CV to be considered.
Job number 3783780
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Company Details:
Pure Resourcing Solutions
Company size: 50–99 employees
Industry: Recruitment Consultancy
We are the professional recruitment consultancy for the East of England, specialising in accountancy, human resources, technology, marketing, professi...