Procurement Officer

Overview STAR Procurement is the collaborative procurement service for Rochdale, Stockport, Tameside, and Trafford Councils. We sit strategically alongside our Partners and support them in the delivery of an excellent procurement service. Main Priorities Supporting delivery and improvement in public service reform and growth. Supporting STAR Procurement team to deliver best practice procurement that provides added procurement worth. Working in a supported learning environment to develop the skills and knowledge that will assist you to complete the Level 4-6 qualifications, undertaking a range of duties to contribute to the achievement of team objectives. Undertaking a development programme (on-site and off-site), including participation in required training and learning leading to the CIPS qualifications Level 4-6. Key Duties Band 4 Learning about Public Sector procurement and ensuring procurement projects are completed according to established processes, policies and the associated legislation. Supporting the delivery of procurement projects, including preparation of tender documents, managing projects through our e-tendering platform, arranging events with suppliers and co-ordinating the evaluation process for the tender panel. Gathering and analysing information; for example, responding to enquiries from the public or elected Council Members or gathering cost information to facilitate benchmarking on price to contribute to the development of a procurement ..... full job details .....