Band 4 Procurement Officer( Temp Full Time)

Honeycomb are delighted to work with a large public sector organisation to recruit a Procurement Officer (Band 4) on a full-time temporary basis.

Location: Ballymena
Pay Rate: £14.06 per hour with weekly pay
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Full-Time | Band 4 | Health & Social Care

Join a Team That Makes a Difference

Are you highly organised with excellent administrative skills and an eye for detail? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where your work directly supports frontline healthcare services?

We are recruiting a Band 4 Procurement Officer to join a busy Health & Social Care procurement team based in Ballymena. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within the public sector while helping ensure vital goods and services are delivered efficiently across HSCNI.

The Role

As a Procurement Officer, you will support the procurement function by assisting with the sourcing and purchasing of goods and services, ensuring compliance with public sector procurement regulations and organisational policies.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting procurement activities from quotation through to purchase order.
• Consulting with suppliers and internal stakeholders to obtain pricing, specifications, and delivery information.
• Preparing procurement documentation and maintaining accurate purchasing records.
• Assisting with tendering exercises and contract administration.
• Monitoring supplier performance and resolving routine procurement queries.
• Ensuring compliance with HSC procurement procedures and relevant legislation.
• Using procurement and finance systems to process orders and maintain records.
• Producing reports and providing administrative support to the wider procurement team.

Essential Criteria

Applicants must meet one of the following qualification and experience pathways:

Option 1a

• GCSE Mathematics and GCSE English (Grades A*-C) or equivalent qualification demonstrating literacy and numeracy (or a higher qualification).
• AND
• Two A Levels (or equivalent qualification) or a higher qualification.
• AND
• A minimum of 18 months' relevant business, commercial or financial experience.

Option 1b

• GCSE Mathematics and GCSE English (Grades A*-C) or equivalent qualification demonstrating literacy and numeracy (or a higher qualification).
• AND
• A Primary Degree.
• AND
• A minimum of 6 months' relevant business, commercial or financial experience.

Option 1c

• GCSE Mathematics and GCSE English (Grades A*-C) or equivalent qualification demonstrating literacy and numeracy (or a higher qualification).
• AND
• A minimum of 3 years' relevant experience, 2 years of which must have been gained in a business, commercial, or financial environment.

Relevant experience should have been gained within a general business, commercial or financial environment and include clerical and/or administrative duties.

In addition, applicants must have:

• Experience using Windows-based software, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

What is in It for You?

• £14.06 per hour
• Monday to Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm
• No evenings, weekends, or shift work
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within Health & Social Care
• Supportive and professional team environment
• Weekly pay
• Excellent opportunity to develop your procurement and public sector career.
• Immediate start available (subject to pre-employment checks)

Apply Today

If you are looking for a rewarding procurement role where you can make a real contribution to supporting frontline healthcare services, we would like to hear from you.

Apply now to take the next step in your career as a Band 4 Procurement Officer in Ballymena.

To apply in confidence, please submit your CV via the link provided or contact Geraldine Stevenson for more information.

If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know so appropriate arrangements can be made.

Please note: Successful candidates may need to complete a Basic or Enhanced Access NI check (fee of £18+). A previous conviction will not automatically prevent appointment; all disclosures are managed confidentially.

Honeycomb is an equal opportunities employer. Due to high application volumes, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually, but we appreciate your interest in this role.

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