Supplier Relationship Officer (Procurement)

Job description

We are recruiting a Supplier Relationship Officer (Procurement) at Caerphilly County Borough Council.

Working hours: 37 hours
Contract Type: Full Time, Fixed Term Until 31/03/2030
Location: Tŷ Penallta
Team: Procurement and Information Services

This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organisation.

We pay an attractive salary of £36,581- £39,481and offer access to training and development opportunities.We are seeking a proactive and relationship-focused Supplier Relationship Officer to help develop and strengthen local supply chains across Caerphilly County Borough.

The role involves working with suppliers, SMEs, third sector organisations and internal stakeholders to support procurement objectives, contract management activities and strategic initiatives. You will provide professional advice, build effective partnerships, promote innovation and supplier engagement, and contribute to the delivery of socially responsible and compliant procurement practices.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional with strong communication, analytical and stakeholder management skills.

For the role, we ask that you have:

• A relevant Level 3 qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales (CQFW).
• Strength of character and presence of mind to liaise effectively and authoritatively with representatives of organisations.
• Experience of local supply chain management and development.
• A Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business / work purposes to travel throughout the borough to attend meetings.

We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes.

To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list.

After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Natasha Ford on 01443 863075 or email [email protected] / Jemma Ford on 01443 863163 or email [email protected].

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact [email protected] for further information.

Caerphilly County Borough Council does not receive applications submitted via the StudySmarter website. All applications must be submitted through our official Council website.