Associate Procurement Officer

The Opportunity:

The Associate Procurement Officer will play a key role within our Digital Technology & Services Procurement (DTS) Team who liaise with internal stakeholders and IT Suppliers in relation to implementation and use of IT services within the business. This will include regular supplier due diligence in line with our policies and contract renewals whilst recommending improvements to streamline the process and activities.

The role will involve:

Seeking out opportunities and where necessary, obtain approvals and negotiate commercial deals in relation to IT supplier contracts

Running regular reporting and analytics

Support the Senior Supplier Relationship Manager in respect of SLAs, commercial analysis and business licensing requirements

Administrative duties in respect of DTS Procurement activities

About You:

To be successful in the role you will be highly organised, motivated, and an energetic person as you will be working within a proactive department. You will have an analytical mind, the ability to multitask and an energy and enthusiasm to get projects concluded. You will also be proactive with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

You will also have/be:

Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel

Experience of working with IT Suppliers and have an interest in Information Technology

Proficient in a ticketing platform

Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities

A passion for continuous improvement