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Interim Senior Procurement Officer

Job Posted: 42 minutes ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Wareham, Dorset

Expire in: a month

Job Description

About Us

Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council, providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities within Dorset Council. Our service is built on our values of being ethical, trustworthy and caring, with profits returned to our Local Authority shareholders.

Interim Senior Procurement Officer - Property Management

Location: Hybrid (minimum 2 days in office per week)
 Contract: Interim - 4 months
 Day Rate: Competitive (Inside IR35)
 Start Date: Immediate

Role Purpose

We are seeking an experienced Interim Senior Assets & Property Procurement Officer to lead urgent and complex procurements. This role will support the delivery of high-value contracts for property management during a critical period of transition.

Key Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end procurement processes for property-related contracts, including repairs, planned maintenance, compliance testing, and construction projects.
Ensure all procurement activity complies with UK public procurement regulations, the Procurement Act 2023, and local authority standing orders.
Prepare tender documentation, lead supplier engagement, and oversee evaluation and award processes.
Advise internal stakeholders on procurement strategy, risk management, and contract compliance for property and asset services.
Oversee supplier performance and manage contractual obligations, including KPIs and SLAs.
Support the development and delivery of frameworks and dynamic purchasing systems for property maintenance and construction services.
Drive social value and sustainability outcomes in property-related procurements.
Maintain accurate records for audit and governance purposes.
Provide expert guidance to internal teams during a period of transition or high workload.Essential Skills & Experience

Proven experience in public sector procurement, ideally within property, housing, or construction.
Strong knowledge of UK procurement legislation and contract forms (JCT, NEC).
Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects under tight deadlines.
Excellent stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills.
Immediate availability and ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.Desirable

MCIPS or equivalent procurement qualification.
Experience delivering social value and sustainability objectives in procurement.
Familiarity with e-tendering platforms and contract management systems.Working Conditions

Hybrid working model (minimum 2 days in office per week).
Some travel across the local authority's property estate may be required. 

Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates

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