Job Description

Procurement Specialist

Permanent & Full-time

£32,399

Reports to Procurement Manager

Hybrid Working

Morgan Hunt are delighted to be supporting our Public Sector clients in South England in the search for a Procurement Specialist on a full time and permanent basis.

This role is ideally suited for public sector experienced candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy both strategic and hands-on procurement work, and are passionate about making a positive impact with the opportunity to progress and learn from an experienced Procurement Manager.

Role Responsibilities

• Manage full end-to-end procurement processes across a range of categories and projects.
• Ensure full compliance with relevant public sector legislation
• Draft and issue tender documentation, including specifications, evaluation criteria, and contract terms.
• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to define procurement needs and project timelines.
• Evaluate supplier responses, support moderation sessions, and draft award documentation.
• Contribute to supplier onboarding and contract mobilisation activities.
• Monitor supplier performance and support contract management as required.
• Promote social value, sustainability, and efficiency in all procurement activity.
• Maintain accurate procurement records for audit and reporting purposes.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience in a procurement role, especially within the public sector
• Strong understanding of Procurement Act 2023.
• Ability to manage multiple procurement exercises concurrently.
• Experience with procurement systems.
• Strong attention to detail, documentation, and compliance.
• A CIPS qualification (or studying towards) is desirable but not essential.
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively in a hybrid working environment.

Please apply if interested or contact Emma Ritchie on 07488885327 or at emma.ritchie@morganhunt.com

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role