Commercial Officer - 12 Months FTC

I'm partnering with a respected public sector emergency service organisation in the East of England to recruit a Commercial Lead for their Commercial Team. This is a key role responsible for delivering compliant, value-driven procurement and commercial activity across the organisation. You'll manage the full procurement lifecycle - from strategy and tender through to contract award and management - ensuring best practice, transparency and value for money. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end procurement exercises (low value to regulated thresholds) Ensure compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 and internal governance Drive cost efficiencies and consolidate spend across categories Provide commercial advice on market conditions, risk and supply chain resilience Embed social value, sustainability and ethical procurement principles Analyse contract and financial data to identify savings opportunities Support stakeholder engagement and deliver procurement guidance across the organisation About You CIPS Level 4 minimum (or working towards) Public sector procurement experience Strong knowledge of procurement regulations (including PCR2015 and the Procurement Act 2023) Experience using e-tendering systems Commercially astute with strong stakeholder engagement skills