Procurement Officer
| Posting date: | 13 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £36,006 - £40,308 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 August 2025 |
| Location: | Swindon, Wiltshire, SN3 1AH |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1502562 |
Summary
Procurement Officer
We’re looking for a proactive and detail-driven Procurement Officer to support efficient, compliant, and value-for-money purchasing across the College. Reporting to the Senior Procurement Officer, you’ll manage tender processes, maintain contract records, and provide expert guidance to ensure procurement best practice.
You will:Lead and support end-to-end tendering for goods and servicesMaintain supplier and contract databasesProvide advice on compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 and Financial RegulationsConduct market research and identify cost-saving opportunitiesWork with stakeholders to deliver high-quality procurement outcomes
You need to:Have strong organisational, communication, and negotiation skillsBe confident with MS Office and able to work under pressureBe willing to undertake CIPS training (study in own time)Ideally have public sector or educational procurement experienceJoin us and help shape how we source and manage the College’s contracts, all while developing your professional skills in a supportive environment.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sectors of the community. Please note that this vacancy may close before the published closing date if sufficient applications are received so if you are interested, please apply as soon as possible. To apply, you MUST have Right to Work in the UK. Safeguarding Statement New College Swindon is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. References will be sought on shortlisted candidates before interview and by agreement.
We’re looking for a proactive and detail-driven Procurement Officer to support efficient, compliant, and value-for-money purchasing across the College. Reporting to the Senior Procurement Officer, you’ll manage tender processes, maintain contract records, and provide expert guidance to ensure procurement best practice.
You will:Lead and support end-to-end tendering for goods and servicesMaintain supplier and contract databasesProvide advice on compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 and Financial RegulationsConduct market research and identify cost-saving opportunitiesWork with stakeholders to deliver high-quality procurement outcomes
You need to:Have strong organisational, communication, and negotiation skillsBe confident with MS Office and able to work under pressureBe willing to undertake CIPS training (study in own time)Ideally have public sector or educational procurement experienceJoin us and help shape how we source and manage the College’s contracts, all while developing your professional skills in a supportive environment.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sectors of the community. Please note that this vacancy may close before the published closing date if sufficient applications are received so if you are interested, please apply as soon as possible. To apply, you MUST have Right to Work in the UK. Safeguarding Statement New College Swindon is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. References will be sought on shortlisted candidates before interview and by agreement.