Purchasing Officer
Permanent
Harwich
£24,211.00 - 26,631.00 per annum pro-rata (£12,432- £13,675 based on 19 hours per week)
19 hours per week

Trinity House works for the benefit and safety of all mariners as a General Lighthouse Authority and maritime charity. Our people are central to our reputation as a leading maritime organisation, as is our commitment as an employer to developing the skills, capabilities and potential of our workforce.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to fill a varied role within a busy Procurement and Contract Management Team. You will have excellent administrative abilities and first rate IT skills including a thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. You will be a member of the administration team, able to work with your peers but having the skills to work on your own initiative within set work procedures.

You will be involved in delivering and supporting all routine purchasing requirements and supporting larger procurement projects. You will have contact with suppliers and other General Lighthouse Authorities, and close contact with employees and Directors as appropriate, which will require excellent communication skills and exemplary attention to detail. Your ability to plan, prioritise and organise tasks both short to mid-term must come as second nature, balanced with this, the ability to be flexible as priorities change.

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

-A high level of attention to detail.
-Excellent administration skills, including electronic administration.
-Good ICT skills, including Microsoft Office Products.
-Five level 2 qualifications including English and mathematics
-Relevant level 2 vocational qualification, (e.g. CIPS Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations) desirable.

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We welcome qualified individuals to apply and we look forward to reviewing your applications for this exciting opportunity. We are committed to equity within a respectful, diverse and inclusive environment.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete the online application process, by submitting your CV along with a supporting statement, evidencing how you meet the role requirements.