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Spencer Clarke Group are looking for a Procurement Specialist to work within our local authority client in Bristol! (Mainly remote working)

Contract - Initial 3 - 6 months contract with a view to being extended to an ongoing basis

Salary - £28.70+ per hour - negotiable dependent on experience

About the role:

Lead on specific allocated medium/higher value/risk procurement and tendering and associated commercial and contract management arrangements to deliver procurement exercises effectively.
To utilise market knowledge, data & procurement expertise to identify and deliver commercial opportunities and solutions, working with commissioners, service managers and others to ensure delivery and appropriate sourcing strategies.
Provide professional procurement advice and support in line with Public Sector procurement requirements and the council's commercial assurance framework, promoting the development of a commercial approach with key stakeholders.
Undertake analysis of the council's spend data, in order to identify patterns of purchasing, opportunities for savings and instances of non-compliant behaviour.
Manage, develop and support Category Support Officers to successfully achieve the objectives of the service and wider council.About You:

It is essential for this role to be MCIPS qualified.
You will have a deep understanding of public sector social care procurement, contract law, and commercial management practices.
Experience in leading and supporting a team to deliver high-quality outcomes. Experience in leading and supporting a team to deliver high-quality outcomes.
Strong analytical abilities to interpret complex data and make informed recommendations for continuous improvement.About us:

We offer a £250 referral bonus - so please pass on any details to someone who you think may be interested!
We supply to hundreds of councils across the UK!
Nationwide Supplier to the NHS!If you are interested in this role, please contact Jenna at Spencer Clarke Group - (phone number removed)

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