Senior Procurement Officer

Job Introduction

We have an opportunity for you to join us as a Senior Procurement Officer.

We are establishing a new Strategic Commissioning Service, within our Adult Care Directorate and are ambitious about our plans to invest in and advance our approach to innovative, evidenced based commissioning, driving the delivery of positive outcomes for the people of Lincolnshire, in a compliant and efficient way.

To help us achieve this, we are seeking two additional exceptional individuals who will ensure commissioned services are procured effectively to deliver safe, high-quality, value-for-money outcomes, and meet requirements within allocated budgets.

Our Senior Procurement Officers are responsible for the design, management and delivery of professional, commercially robust and fully compliant tendering processes to ensure fit for purpose service provision, efficiency benefits, quality improvements and financial savings where practicable.

They work collaboratively across a wide range of internal and external partners and stakeholders to proactively provide professional advice, guidance and support on all commercial and procurement matters for commissioned services to support compliance and risk management, continuous improvement, service transformation and improved outcomes for the residents of Lincolnshire.

How our team works is just as important to us as what we do and you will be expected to embody the Councils values as together the whole team establishes our new function, embeds new ways of working and fosters a collaborative, supportive, caring and learning culture.

You will be:

• a procurement professional with practical knowledge and experience in commissioning, public sector procurement or a related discipline, along with proven project and programme management skills and experience.
• A commercially astute officer who can develop and deliver value‑for‑money solutions informed by their up to date knowledge of relevant and current procurement legislation, regulations, and sector trends.
• Someone with exceptional interpersonal skills who can demonstrate their expertise in building and maintaining relationships at all levels, providing effective challenge with sensitivity and diplomacy combined with the ability to communicate and negotiate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Have evidence of being able to apply knowledge and understanding of return on investment models, market analysis, benchmarking, supplier development, supply chain management, market management, evaluation models and contract management processes.

Please refer to the ‘PERSON SPECIFICATION’ in the attached job description for more details on the requirements of the postholder.

Why join us?

• Shape the future and make a real difference: You will translate strategic vision into reality, and through delivering the end-to-end commissioning cycle, your work will directly contribute to improving lives across Lincolnshire.
• Work in a dynamic supportive environment: In joining the Strategic Commissioning Service you can be guaranteed a warm welcome and will be surrounded by a friendly, supportive caring and compassionate team, dedicated to ensuring success.
• Know you are at the heart of our organisation: We believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we offer a rewarding package designed to support your work–life balance, health and wellbeing, financial security, and career growth. Find out more about our offer to you here

If you would like an open and informal discussion regards this role then please contact Carl Miller or Catherine Kinnaird via email at carl.miller@lincolnshire.gov.uk or catherine.kinnaird@lincolnshire.gov.uk

Closing date: 4th October 2026.

Interviews will be held between 12th and 23rd October 2026.

PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your personal statement clearly states why you have applied, details your applicable experience and how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description, and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.

Refer to our Job Information Pack here to support you in your application.

On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward. Please also note: once an application is submitted it is final and cannot be amended. If you withdraw your application, it cannot be reinstated and you will not be able to submit another application for that vacancy. If you have an issue with your submitted application, please contact recruitment@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

Due to recent changes in immigration law in the UK we are unable to offer skilled worker visa sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the requirements.

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

A Smarter Working Employer

We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.

Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

Our values – collaborative, adaptable, eco-conscious, supportive, and responsible – guide everything we do. We’re looking for candidates who share these values and bring them to life in their work, helping us build strong teams and make a real difference in the communities we serve.