Procurement Officer - ERP System Implementation

Venn Group

  • Southwark, South East London
  • £475 per day
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
  • Apply easily
Interim Procurement Officer - ERP System ImplementationBased in London, hybrid with 2 days per week onsiteLength: 4 months initiallyInside IR35We are working with a London-based Local Authority to recruit an interim Procurement Officer, who will provide support for the procurement process for their new ERP system.Key Responsibilities of the Interim Procurement Officer include:
  • Develop a contract management approach for the ERP programme, ensuring alignment of IT contracts with ERP delivery timelines
  • Support legacy system decommissioning by reviewing contract registers and liaising with contract owners to ensure compliance
  • Draft Gateway 2 reports across various procurement lots for review by the Procurement Lead
  • Prepare programme board updates, including procurement-focused presentation materials
  • Assist in requirements gathering and development of ITT documentation for upcoming procurements (e.g., support and archiving)
  • Engage with stakeholders across IT, finance, and operations to gather input and ensure alignment
  • Utilise MS Office and Adobe Workfront to maintain reports, manage risks/issues/actions, and create dynamic presentation materials
  • Support training material preparation, including contract management guidance and deliverables mapping
Essential experience and knowledge required of the Interim Procurement Officer:
  • Qualification in procurement or working towards one, e.g. CIPS
  • Proven experience in local authority procurement with an understanding of procurement best practices and regulations
  • Project management and problem-solving skills
To apply for this role or to find out about other jobs, please contact Niki Hercek on the London Local Government Recruitment team on 020 7557 7667 or send your CV to*Venn Group’s “Recommendation Scheme”: if you recommend a candidate who is subsequently placed by Venn Group (for a minimum of 2 weeks) you will be eligible for vouchers from a choice of high street organisations

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