Procurement Support Officer (Part-Time)
| Posting date: | 26 November 2025 |
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| Salary: | £12,816.96 per year |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 10 December 2025 |
| Location: | Hailsham, East Sussex |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Wealden District Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | S5006 |
Summary
Looking for a role where your organisational skills really matter?
Who are we looking for?
We’re looking for a Part-Time Procurement Support Officer who’s organised, proactive, and ready to be the backbone of a busy, friendly procurement team. If you love keeping things running smoothly, enjoy working with data and systems, and want to be part of a team that values collaboration and good humour, this could be the perfect fit.
What will the role involve?
You’ll support procurement processes across multiple councils, helping with everything from drafting tender documents and managing spend data to updating contract registers and liaising with suppliers. You’ll need strong admin skills, great attention to detail, and confidence using Microsoft Office and e-procurement systems.
What skills, knowledge and abilities do you require for the role?
We’re after someone who’s enthusiastic, flexible, and happy working both independently and as part of a team. If you’ve got experience in procurement or finance systems, and you’re keen to grow your skills in a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.
What do we offer?
Competitive salary & pension scheme.
A friendly, supportive team.
Opportunities for continuing professional development.
Hybrid working.
For more information
For more information and an informal chat about opportunities please contact Cathy Nelson - Procurement Service Manager on 01323 443347 or by email to cathy.nelson@wealden.gov.uk
About Wealden
Wealden District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
We are committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment. We value the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities, and all applications will be treated on merit.
Ethical Use of AI in Applications
We welcome innovation and do not automatically exclude candidates who use AI tools during the application process. However, we assess each application to ensure the candidate genuinely understands the role and its requirements.
AI may be used ethically and responsibly, provided it supports, rather than compromises our core values of integrity, transparency, and fairness. During assessments and interviews, candidates must present their own skills and experience without assistance from others, external resources, or AI, unless explicitly instructed otherwise.
Who are we looking for?
We’re looking for a Part-Time Procurement Support Officer who’s organised, proactive, and ready to be the backbone of a busy, friendly procurement team. If you love keeping things running smoothly, enjoy working with data and systems, and want to be part of a team that values collaboration and good humour, this could be the perfect fit.
What will the role involve?
You’ll support procurement processes across multiple councils, helping with everything from drafting tender documents and managing spend data to updating contract registers and liaising with suppliers. You’ll need strong admin skills, great attention to detail, and confidence using Microsoft Office and e-procurement systems.
What skills, knowledge and abilities do you require for the role?
We’re after someone who’s enthusiastic, flexible, and happy working both independently and as part of a team. If you’ve got experience in procurement or finance systems, and you’re keen to grow your skills in a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.
What do we offer?
Competitive salary & pension scheme.
A friendly, supportive team.
Opportunities for continuing professional development.
Hybrid working.
For more information
For more information and an informal chat about opportunities please contact Cathy Nelson - Procurement Service Manager on 01323 443347 or by email to cathy.nelson@wealden.gov.uk
About Wealden
Wealden District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
We are committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment. We value the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities, and all applications will be treated on merit.
Ethical Use of AI in Applications
We welcome innovation and do not automatically exclude candidates who use AI tools during the application process. However, we assess each application to ensure the candidate genuinely understands the role and its requirements.
AI may be used ethically and responsibly, provided it supports, rather than compromises our core values of integrity, transparency, and fairness. During assessments and interviews, candidates must present their own skills and experience without assistance from others, external resources, or AI, unless explicitly instructed otherwise.
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