Public Procurement Associate

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for public sector procurement frameworks and supplier management? Do you thrive in environments where compliance, collaboration, and delivering value to public sector organisations are key? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

This is an excellent opportunity for an analytical, highly organised, and forward-thinking individual to play a central role in the delivery, management, and continuous improvement of public sector procurement frameworks.

About the Role

As a Procurement Associate, you’ll support the design, mobilisation, and ongoing management of public sector frameworks and dynamic purchasing systems, ensuring they are compliant, commercially robust, and deliver measurable value to members.

You’ll manage end-to-end framework activity—from pre-market engagement and tendering through to contract award, supplier onboarding, and performance management. Working closely with internal teams, suppliers, and public sector members, you’ll help maximise framework utilisation, support member call-offs, and contribute to the continued growth and reputation of their framework portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the development, mobilisation, and ongoing management of public sector procurement frameworks and dynamic markets
• Manage compliant sourcing activities, including framework tenders, mini-competitions, and further competitions
• Support members in defining requirements, running call-off processes, and applying framework agreements effectively
• Draft, formalise, and maintain framework and call-off contract documentation
• Build and manage supplier relationships, including onboarding, performance monitoring, and issue resolution
• Ensure frameworks remain compliant with public sector procurement regulations and best practice
• Monitor commercial, operational, and supplier performance against agreed KPIs
• Support framework marketing, communications, and engagement activity to drive uptake and value
• Promote our client's corporate values, social value, and ESG commitments
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and continuous improvement across procurement categories

We’re seeking someone who is

• Proactive, self-motivated, and delivery-focused
• Experienced in public sector procurement and framework management
• A strong communicator with the ability to engage confidently with members, suppliers, and stakeholders
• Highly organised, analytical, and comfortable managing multiple framework activities simultaneously
• Adaptable and effective in collaborative, evolving environments

Qualifications & Experience

• CIPS Level 4 (or working towards) or a relevant degree / equivalent public sector procurement experience
• Demonstrable experience delivering or managing public sector procurement frameworks or DPS
• Strong understanding of public sector procurement regulations and compliant tendering processes (PCR 2013 / PA 2023)
• Experience using e-tendering platforms and managing supplier performance
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills (Pivot Tables, reporting; VBA desirable)
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, reporting, and presentation skills
• Full driving licence desirable

Why Join Our client?

Voted by Sunday Times as one of the "Best Places to Work", our client are proud to be a B Corp and a leader in sustainable, ethical business practices. They’re committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive.

You’ll be part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation, collaboration, and making a meaningful impact.

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) is at the heart of everything they do—from reducing carbon emissions to supporting community development and promoting ethical sourcing.

Ready to make a difference?

Apply now and become part of a team that’s shaping the future of procurement.