Procurement Administrative Officer

Role Responsibility

Are you looking to take your first step into the world of procurement and commercial services? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your organisational skills can shine? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re currently recruiting a Procurement Administrative Officer to join the People team within the Commercial and Procurement Division at Kent County Council. This is a 24-month fixed-term opportunity (with the option for the role to become permanent) to be part of a newly formed division that plays a vital role in ensuring every pound spent in Kent delivers maximum value for our residents. Secondments are also permissible subject to the substantive managers agreement which should be sought in principle prior to applying.

Why this role?

This is an exciting chance to support a growing team at the heart of the Council’s commercial activity. You’ll work alongside experienced Commercial and Procurement Officers, gaining exposure to a wide range of procurement projects and processes. Whether you're looking to build a career in procurement or bring your existing administrative expertise into a new and dynamic setting, this role offers a unique opportunity to grow and make a difference.

What you’ll be doing:

- Supporting procurement project timelines and documentation

- Coordinating team communications and meetings

- Managing shared inboxes and correspondence

- Assisting with events and stakeholder engagement

- Helping to maintain order and structure in a rapidly expanding team

What we’re looking for:

We’re seeking someone who is:

- Highly organised and detail-oriented

- A confident communicator and team player

- Comfortable working with multiple priorities and deadlines

- Proactive and adaptable, with a willingness to learn

Experience in an administrative or coordination role is desirable, but we’re equally open to candidates with transferable skills and a passion for public service.

Additional Information:

- Start date: We’re looking for someone who can start within 3-4 weeks of an offer being made (subject to employment checks).

- Interview dates: Interviews are expected to take place virtually via Microsoft Teams . Shortlisted candidates will be notified the week prior.

- Eligibility: This is an internal opportunity for KCC employees only. 

- Documentation: Please include an up to date CV within your application.

This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification. 

Contact Details

Interested?
For more information or an informal chat about the role, 

please contact Matthew Wellard at Matthew.Wellard@kent.gov.uk

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KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.

Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply.