Procurement Officer - Salford, United Kingdom - Salix Homes

Salix Homes

Verified Company

Salford, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

Job reference
REQ0413

Date posted
16/02/2023

Application closing date
07/03/2023

Location

Salary
Up to £24,496

Package

Contractual hours
36

Basis
Full time

Procurement Officer:

Job description

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our award winning social housing organisation in the Procurement Team. The Procurement Officer will support the Procurement Team in delivering procurement advice across the organisation. Working closely with the Senior Procurement Officer, the role holder will support the coordination of procurement activities undertaken within Salix, whilst meeting the professional requirements of the individual business areas, Salix Homes procurement strategy and procedures. This role will be suitable for somebody wanting to start a career in Procurement.

The role - What I'll be doing

Provide first level procurement advice.
Conduct research to source the best products and suppliers in terms of performance value, delivery schedules and product quality.
To comply and develop robust procedures for all procurement activities in Salix Homes and to inform future procurement requirements.
Provide procurement support to colleagues on all aspects of procurement including sourcing options, contract specifications, forms of contract, tender packaging, pricing strategies and contract negotiation.

What we're looking for

Selfmotivated.
Strong work ethic.
Knowledge of using Microsoft Excel and Word.
Good communication skills.
Experience of working in Procurement or Social Housing is desirable.

What we offer as a company

Annual Salary of up to £24,49
Up to 33 day's holiday + bank holidays
Flexi Time
Flexible Working and Family friendly policies
Hybrid Working
Generous Defined Contribution Pension Scheme
Life Assurance worth 3 x annual salary
Health Cash Plan which also provides a range of discounts including discounted gym membership
An inclusive and positive colleague culture
Investors in People Gold accredited organisation.
Advocate of the Greater Manchester Employment Charter
We want everyone to be able to perform to their best throughout the recruitment process so please let us know if you have any concerns or need any assistance or adjustments at any stage.