Senior Procurement Officer

Isle of Man Post Office (IOMPO) is looking for a permanent full-time Senior Procurement Officer to undertake procurement exercises for services, goods and works, ensuring compliance with Financial Regulations, legislation, and transparency requirements. The role involves handling a varied caseload, including complex tenders with technical aspects, and conducting compliance activities such as supplier audits. Additionally, the Officer will provide commercial customer assurance and advice on information security.

The role responsibilities include:
Lead all procurement activities, including tenders and quotation exercises
Develop specifications, prepare documentation, evaluate responses, and manage post-tender activities
Ensure compliance with procurement policies, legislation and corporate regulations
Maintain transparency by updating the website with relevant procurement information
Assess suppliers and manage non-competitive procurement actions
Liaise with legal representatives to prepare contracts
Ensure compliance with contract terms and negotiate variations
Manage the contract register and provide advice on contractual risks
Establish agreements for the secure sharing of data with third parties
Conduct external audits of suppliers to ensure compliance
Act as deputy Information Security Officer and provide guidance on associated risks
Complete commercial customer assurance questionnaires
Co-ordinate commercial customer assurance audits
Participate in business continuity incidents and exercises, as a loggist

The person must be able to demonstrate:
Minimum 3 years of experience in public sector procurement
Comprehensive understanding of public procurement law and contracts
Experience of seeking legal advice, interpreting this advice and working to statutory obligations
Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply (Level 6) or full membership of MCIPS
Knowledge of information security risks and data protection
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Flexibility to work outside normal hours for audits and loggist role
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
Excellent verbal communication skills

Further information is available from Linda Dunwell, Head of Procurement & Compliance, linda.dunwell@iompost.com

Application forms and a copy of the Job Description/Person Specification can be downloaded from IOMPO website www.iompost.com/careers. If you are interested, please email your CV and completed application form to careers@iompost.com, stating why you think you should be considered.