Senior Procurement Officer

Yolk Recruitment are proud to be supporting a valued-driven, community-based Housing Association in Cardiff in the search for a Senior Procurement Officer to join their ICT and Procurement team on a 12-month maternity cover contract.This is a pivotal role within the organisation, working closely with the Head of ICT and Procurement and key stakeholders across the business to manage and deliver end-to-end procurement activity for goods, works and services. You will play a central role in ensuring compliance with procurement legislation, maintaining the Association''s contracts register, and driving value for money across all procurement activity. The RoleAs Senior Procurement Officer, you will lead on procurement exercises across the association, supporting teams to ensure processes align with best practice, internal policies, and all relevant legislation. You will also take responsibility for maintaining and improving procurement and contract management processes, including supplier registers, KPI monitoring, benchmarking, and supporting dispute resolution. Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage procurement exercises from initiation to contract awardProvide expert procurement guidance across the organisationEnsure compliance with Public Procurement Regulations and financial frameworksMaintain and manage the contracts register and approved supplier listCarry out market testing, benchmarking and supplier performance reviewsSupport contract managers with contract packs, KPI ..... full job details .....