Greater Manchester Police is one of the largest police forces in the UK and is responsible for keeping its diverse population of almost three million people safe.
Greater Manchester is a vibrant region in the Northwest, spread over more than 1,200 sq km. Split over 10 metropolitan districts, it is billed as the most diverse city in Europe, whose residents draw on and contribute to its rich cultural legacy and collectively speak up to 200 different languages.
Recently awarded the ‘most improved force in the country’ after its latest police effectiveness, efficiency and legitimacy (PEEL) inspection in 2023, Greater Manchester Police remains committed to doing the basics of policing brilliantly, protecting the public, supporting victims and ensuring its workforce reflects the communities it serves.
GMP recognises that having a diverse workforce makes it more approachable and relevant to the public, and so we welcome applications from everyone.
Greater Manchester Police are recruiting a Procurement Officer into its Finance, Procurement & Contract Management Branch to provide a high quality, comprehensive service that meets customer requirements and enables the Force to achieve its strategic and operational objectives. This exciting opportunity will allow you to play a key role in supporting our Police officers and staff across a number of business areas and also to contribute to the organisation’s short and medium term Procurement and Contract Management process, helping to ensure the delivery of an efficient and effective service that continues to be valued highly by all its stakeholders.
The Finance, Procurement and Contract Management branch is a fast paced environment. This role will have specific responsibility for the contracts GMP manages on behalf of the College of Policing Oscar Kilo Team. It is essential that you are able to maintain an operational overview of all financial and contractual activity within this area of work and have a proven ability to prioritise and work effectively to meet a number of deadlines. The role is a 12 month contract and continuation is dependent on future funding by the College of Policing as well as individual performance.
To apply for this role, you must have a proficient understanding of procurement rules and legislation and previous experience of tendering and contract management. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and engagement skills with colleagues and stakeholders, both internal and external to GMP, at all levels. Additionally, you must be experienced in the use of computerised procurement and financial systems and spreadsheets if you are to be successful in your application.
