Inprova is a trusted procurement partner, using cutting-edge technology and strategic expertise to help organisations optimise their spending and drive sustainable value. At the heart of everything we do is our commitment to positively impact people’s lives.
We provide procurement consultancy, compliant solutions such as frameworks and Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS), and procurement technology and analytics through our Quantum platform across the public and private sectors.
We are looking for a proactive and commercially minded Procurement Officer to join the team supporting a housing association based in Norwich, providing over 6,600 homes across Norfolk, Suffolk, and East Anglia. As part of an outsourced partnership with our client, you will be dedicated to delivering procurement excellence and driving the delivery of the procurement pipeline and strategic action plan. This role will allow you to contribute directly to the organisation’s mission, ensuring commercial success, value for money, and exceptional customer service.
Deliver a modern, professional, and customer-focused procurement service aligned to the organisation’s strategies, policies, and procedures, ensuring the highest standards of probity.
Oversee and manage the procurement pipeline, ensuring compliance, service delivery, and the achievement of strategic objectives.
Ensure contracts are managed in compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, including the Public Contract Regulations 2015 and the Procurement Act 2023.
Maintain the centralised Contracts Register and ensure all procurement activity records are accurate and up to date.
Manage and support negotiations with suppliers, contributing to strategic commercial decisions.
Foster strong, collaborative relationships with suppliers to drive efficiencies, benefits, and continuous improvement.
Work alongside Finance Business Partners to support accurate budgeting, ongoing monitoring, and forward planning.
Track and report on procurement performance to demonstrate the impact of procurement initiatives.
CIPS Level 4 or 5 qualification, a relevant degree, or equivalent experience.
Strong understanding of public sector procurement legislation, standards, and procedures.
Proven experience delivering procurement projects in the public or private sector.
Demonstrated success in delivering improvements and innovative procurement initiatives.
Strong analytical and risk-management skills, with the ability to prioritise based on business needs.
Excellent time management, organisational, and project-management capabilities.
Strong interpersonal and relationship-management skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
Effective commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
Ability to present data and procurement performance clearly and compellingly.
Income Protection – 75% of salary covered if unable to work due to illness (post-probation).
Life Assurance – 4× basic salary paid as a tax-free lump sum (post-probation).
Private Medical Insurance (PMI) – Fully funded, with optional family cover (post-probation).
Health Cash Plan – Reimbursement for medical expenses and discounted gym membership (post-probation).
Pension Scheme – 5% employer match with salary-exchange option.
Holiday Trading – Buy or sell up to 5 days annually (available in December).
Cycle to Work Scheme – Salary-sacrifice bike purchases up to £1,000 (post-probation).
Electric Vehicle Scheme – Lease an electric vehicle via salary sacrifice (after 12 months).
Employee Support Services – Access to legal, financial, bereavement, and medical advice (immediate eligibility).
Exclusive Mobile Deals – Discounted EE contracts for employees and up to 5 friends/family.
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