Procurement Officer

. Provide an effective business support service across a range of procurement activities and projects .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeIpswich • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £32,578 - £37,563 per yearWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide an effective business support service across a range of procurement activities and projects
Work with colleagues in the Procurement Team and across the Councils
Work with suppliers across a wide range of Council service areas
Gain experience and procurement qualifications through an apprenticeship
Progress through the career pathway toward Senior Procurement Officer

What you’ll need

Enthusiasm and commitment to learning and personal development
Ability to meet deadlines
Self-discipline and good time management
Ability to learn alongside working in the team
Accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to follow processes and identify details within records and documents
Strong work ethic
Good communication and written skills
Ability to challenge in an effective manner
Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team
Ability to manage and prioritise a busy workload
Fully completed application form, including employment and education history
Supporting statement clearly addressing the criteria in the Person Specification
DBS checks or police vetting for relevant posts

Comp & perks

Generous leave entitlement (26 days a year, rising to 31 days after 5 years)
Competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
Wellbeing Support and Employee Assistance Programs
Private Health Care Options
Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Paid volunteering days
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements (Business needs permitting)
Great learning and development opportunities
Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply procurement qualifications via an apprenticeship
Opportunities for progression