Procurement Officer

* Bachelors degree in a relevant field, such as Business, Procurement, Law, Finance,
Public Administration or related
* Minimum of 2 years relevant professional experience performing procurement or
contracting activities at officer or equivalent professional level, with responsibility for
applying policies, exercising judgment, and managing assigned actions under limited
supervision (Experience limited solely to assistant or procurement support (e.g. filing,
data entry, scheduling only) will not be considered sufficient.)
* Demonstrated understanding of procurement and contracting principles, including
planning, sourcing, contract administration, record-keeping, and compliance controls.
* Familiarity with different procurement processes and methods
* Ability to work within established policies, procedures, and approval frameworks, with
attention to auditability and documentation requirements
* Strong organisational skills, with the ability to track multiple procurement actions,
deadlines, milestones, and deliverables accurately.
* Ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to clarify procurement
requirements and support budget availability checks in coordination with finance
colleagues
* Experience contributing to process improvement or automation initiatives, including
improving data quality or supporting the rollout of digital tools


Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance.

An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.

Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.