Interim Commercial Assistant - Indirect Services

About the role

A major public-sector organisation needs an Interim Commercial Assistant urgently, to join a high-profile team delivering procurement activity including social impact programmes. The role is hands-on and covers procurement from end to end, producing governance and procurement documentation and working with senior stakeholders. It is based in London (Greenwich) on a hybrid basis, 50% office, 2-3 days per week, for about 6 months, starting as soon as possible.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in leading procurement exercises from start to finish, including procurements up to approximately £5m
• Draft RFPs, pricing schedules, governance papers and approval documentation
• Review and draft contracts, manage variations and ensure compliance with procurement regulations
• Work with stakeholders to turn requirements into market-ready specifications
• Maintain accurate commercial records and documentation
• Support projects delivering social outcomes such as rough sleeping, warmer homes, domestic abuse support and retrofit

Required profile

• Proven commercial/procurement experience, particularly in indirect services procurement
• Ability to manage competing priorities, solve problems and maintain accurate records
• Stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Confidence gathering information independently
• Hybrid working in London

Required skills

• End-to-end procurement lifecycle management and regulatory compliance
• Good working knowledge of Excel, SharePoint and standard Office tools
• Familiarity with SAP Ariba is useful, but training can be provided