Your new company
Hays are partnering with a well-established organisation within the public sector, to recruit a Procurement & Contracts Officer to join their team based in the Greater Belfast area. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative function that plays a key role in delivering value and ensuring governance across procurement activity.

Your new role
You will support and deliver a wide range of procurement and contract management activities across the organisation. This will include managing sourcing exercises up to £50k in value, preparing tender documentation, evaluating supplier submissions, and ensuring all activity is completed in line with relevant procurement policies and legislation.
You will act as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders, providing guidance on procurement processes, developing specifications, and ensuring best value outcomes. The role will also involve maintaining contract registers and procurement pipelines, supporting contract management processes, analysing supplier spend data, monitoring performance against KPIs, and contributing to audit and compliance requirements.

In addition, you will work closely with both internal departments and external suppliers, supporting continuous improvement initiatives and promoting best practice across procurement and governance.

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience in a procurement or purchasing role
• Experience managing sourcing activities or tenders (ideally up to £50k)
• Understanding of procurement legislation and best practice (public sector exposure desirable)
• Experience advising or supporting stakeholders through procurement processes
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Experience in supplier engagement and contract administration
• Exposure to spend analysis and reporting (Excel or similar tools)
• Experience using e-tendering systems or contract management platforms
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• A relevant third-level qualification or equivalent practical experience

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary package
• Opportunity to gain exposure within a structured public sector environment
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for development
• Pension scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement

What you need to do now
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