Contracts Officer

Our client is a public sector organisation that is dedicated to the nuclear industry. Their vision is to be recognised as a provider of a world-class service for the protection of nuclear material and facilities. Given the critical nature of their work, it’s vital that they recruit skilled and committed professionals to our high-performing team. As a Contracts Officer, you’ll get to build your public sector procurement knowledge in a unique organisation.  

Procurement is a critical matter. It’s vital that they meet legal obligations and achieve value for money. Join them and you’ll have the chance to gain experience in a fast-paced, highly regulated setting. Your main task will be to scope, award, manage and evaluate a broad range of contracts.   

They are looking for expert advice and a prompt, professional service. You’ll manage tenders from end-to-end, spot potential new areas of supply and encourage best practice. You’ll also support the continuous improvement of commercial terms and conditions, policies and service level agreements. It’s all about creating a function that’s as effective as possible.   

You’ll have solid experience in commercial or public sector Procurement, and it would be advantageous if you had MCIPS membership, or a keen interest in studying as they can support you to gain this. You’ll be used to developing strategies and giving stakeholders first-class guidance. It’s important that you can understand issues relating to the public sector and Crown Commercial Services initiatives. You should also be adept at negotiating and managing contracts. If you’re up-to-speed on contract law and keen to develop your skills, then apply for this opportunity.