Procurement Officer – Temporary (3 months)

About the role

We are looking for an immediately available Procurement Officer to support a Local Authority in Oxted. The role will assist the Procurement Manager in delivering the council’s procurement strategy and managing contracts across a range of services. You will help ensure compliance with the Procurement Act, Contract Standing Orders and related governance requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Support the Procurement Manager with operational procurement activities and the council’s procurement strategy.
• Provide advice and guidance to service teams on procurement processes, contract management and appropriate procurement routes.
• Prepare specifications, tender documentation, evaluation models and award reports for low‑ to medium‑value procurements.
• Run procurement exercises using e‑tendering systems, ensuring transparency and auditability.
• Assist with contract performance monitoring, supplier queries, variations and maintain the Council’s Contracts Register.
• Maintain accurate procurement data, systems and reporting, including statutory returns and performance indicators.

Required profile

• Immediately available and able to work a 37‑hour week.
• Experience supporting procurement and contract management within a public‑sector environment.
• Familiarity with procurement legislation, Contract Standing Orders and the Procurement Act.
• Ability to work collaboratively with service teams and the Procurement Manager.

Required skills

• Proficiency with e‑tendering systems.

What we offer

• Fixed‑term contract for 3 months with the possibility of extension.
• Salary up to £44,000 per year (equivalent to £170 per day).
• Hybrid working – two days per week in the Oxted office and three days remote.
• Opportunity to develop procurement expertise within a local government setting.