Grade VII Procurement Officer.

Location: Offices across Ireland – this role can be based in Wicklow or Kildare. Contract: 6-month temporary contract Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday Salary: €61,216 per annum (pro rata for 6-month maternity cover) Job Overview Our client, a public sector organisation, is seeking a Procurement Officer at Grade VII level to join on a 6-month contract. This role is responsible for supporting a compliant and efficient procurement function within a regulated environment. The successful candidate will manage procurement activity across the organisation, including tendering, contract management, compliance monitoring, and reporting. This is a strong opportunity for an experienced procurement or finance professional seeking a structured role with responsibility and variety. Key Responsibilities Manage procurement activity across goods, services, and capital works Develop and maintain procurement plans (annual and multi-annual) Manage tendering processes in line with policy and governance requirements Maintain contracts register and support contract management activity Monitor supplier performance and address issues where required Carry out expenditure analysis and reporting for senior management Support compliance with procurement policy and governance standards Provide procurement advice to internal stakeholders Liaise with external audit bodies as required Support value-for-money initiatives and reduce non-compliant spend Deliver procurement training to internal teams Build and maintain supplier relationships Support continuous improvement within procurement processes Contribute to projects and working groups Undertake other duties appropriate to the grade Requirements Experience in procurement, finance, or a related role Experience working in a regulated or public sector environment Understanding of procurement processes, compliance, and governance Experience in expenditure analysis and reporting Ability to manage workload and prioritise effectively Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills High attention to detail and analytical ability Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Minimum Leaving Certificate or equivalent experience Desirable Qualification in Procurement, Finance, Accounting, or related field Project management experience To find out more, send your CV to [email protected] or connect with her on Linkedin. Check out our other open jobs here