Sourcing Support Assistant

£35,577 - £36,567

Hybrid Working (1 day a week in the office)

Are you passionate about procurement and looking for a rewarding career with opportunities for growth and development? The London Borough of Croydon is excited to announce the recruitment of 8 procurement roles as part of our commitment to excellence and innovation in public service.

Why Croydon?

Croydon is one of London's largest and most diverse boroughs, with distinct and varied communities creating an exciting place full of opportunity. We are proud of our heritage, creativity and diversity and are home to more than 390,000 residents, with the largest number of under 18s of any London borough. We are dedicated to providing the best services to our residents and are looking for talented individuals to join our team and help us achieve our goals.

Procurement

Whilst the Council as a whole is focussed on instilling financial discipline and making services more efficient, it is essential that as a Procurement Team we achieve savings from existing contracts and through replacing expired or expiring contracts. As part of the Council's major reorganisation plan, we established a new Strategic Procurement and Governance team and are moving to phase 2 of the growth and development with the creation of some exciting new opportunities within the team.

The Role

As the Sourcing Support Assistant you will support the delivery of an effective sourcing process for sub-threshold procurements and more generally aid compliance across the strategic procurement process. You will also provide advice and support to Client Services on sourcing sub-threshold procurements as well as work with stakeholders on a project by project basis to ensure compliance to the purchasing and procurement process for agreed areas of expenditure.

Day to Day you will take responsibility for activities including:

• Maintaining reports/lists of existing suppliers on Oracle Fusion (or equivalent) by spend category that can be used to support the sub-threshold sourcing process.

• Ensuring that signed contracts have been lodged in the contract repository and that the contract award notice is published on Contracts Finder.
• In conjunction with the Strategic Procurement Specialist, providing advice to the Client Service on the sourcing of sub-threshold procurements.
• Using an understanding of the essentials of contract law and public procurement legislation to provide advice on sub-threshold procurements, with input from colleagues.

• Maintaining and developing relationships with suppliers and stakeholders to promote effective procurement, purchasing & supply.

The role will also be responsible for working with stakeholders on a project by project basis to ensure compliance to the purchasing and procurement process for agreed areas of expenditure. This to include controls to ensure purchase requisitions/orders are related to valid, live contracts.

The Person

• To be considered for the role you will need some experience of the key steps in the end to end procurement process as well as some understanding of public sector procurement legislation. The ability to manage low value sourcing activities is also required.

What Croydon Council Offer:

• Comprehensive Staff Development: From apprenticeships to senior roles, Croydon provide a clear and supportive career path. Their training programs are designed to help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to excel in your role and advance your career.
• Progression Opportunities: Croydon believe in promoting from within and offer numerous opportunities for career advancement. Whether you are starting as an apprentice or joining in a senior position, there is always room to grow.
• Mentorship and Support: Our experienced team members are here to guide and mentor you, ensuring you have the support you need to succeed.
• Innovative Work Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking team that embraces new ideas and approaches to procurement, making a real difference in the community.

We are committed to promoting equality and respecting diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.

For further information about the role or to request a copy of the full job description please contact Joanne Patel at Morgan Law on #removed# or email #removed#

Please note Morgan Law are managing this campaign on behalf of Croydon Council and any CVs sent directly to the council will not be considered.