Job Description

About Bloom

Bloom was established in 2012 and over the last decade has grown from a small North-East startup to a nationwide community.

Our approach is different. We're transforming procurement by giving the best choice for clients and more business opportunities for suppliers, big or small.

We provide a comprehensive, end-to-end solution for the procurement, contract management, and payment of all professional services. We take care of all the paperwork to allow all parties to concentrate on delivering the project.

Recognised as one of the fastest growing marketplaces for buying services in the UK, we specialise in bringing together a community of buyers and suppliers to help the public sector buy and manage services in a compliant, cost-effective, and effective way.

Bloom delivers a fast-sourcing service for the client, through a diverse range of suppliers, across the UK, whether it's a small one-day training course, or a multi-million pound construction project.

Our expert team work with our clients to understand their requirements to ensure we then match the right suppliers to our clients. We offer fast access to the most relevant suppliers, with full transparent governance, robust reporting, and efficient budget control, this gives a cast iron delivery assurance that's at the heart of our service.

The Role

The Sourcing Specialist role is responsible for managing the supplier sourcing process for our clients. They will use the client's specification and their knowledge to source suitable suppliers to deliver those requirements (known as a project). Once a preferred supplier has been chosen by the client, the Sourcing Specialist manages the project from start to finish.

This includes:

Running efficient and effective sourcing events Issuing work orders, purchase orders and other documentation Support our suppliers in the use of our eSourcing platform Arranging contract management meetings when required Work collaboratively with all departments, reflecting our "One Bloom" mentality Identifying ways to improve the way we do things, with a view to making life better for your clients or colleagues Ensuring we meet our Social Value 3rd sector first approach Ensuring efficient and supportive service to both customer and supplier throughout the tendering process Ensuring customer service is priority

Skills and Experience Required

To be considered for the position of Sourcing Specialist we are looking for candidates to be able to demonstrate the following skill set and qualities:

Excellent planning and organising skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work well within compliant procurement processes Experience working in a client facing role Effective communication skills both verbal and written Excellent relationship building skills, with the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships, both internally and externally Good IT system skills, alongside experience of working with processes and data Strong attention to detail Experience of working as part of a successful team Call centre experience, central/local government, health authority, or education establishments?is highly desirable

Benefits

There is a great culture at Bloom and lots of benefits including:

Starting salary of 24,500 plus a potential 10% annual bonus

Monday to Friday, hybrid working. Currently working 1 day per week from our office based in Newcastle City Centre 25 days holiday p.a. plus bank holidays, when you reach 2 years' service this will rise to 26 days, then 1 day with each year of service up to 5 years Holiday buying scheme - you can also buy up to 5 additional days Your birthday off Healthcare Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Program Electrical vehicle salary sacrifice scheme Social events
We offer an environment that is supportive and caring. If you're looking for a place where you feel welcome, valued, and you want to grow personally and professionally, then we could be the perfect place for you.

We are an equal opportunities employer; a member of the Armed Forces Covenant and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds.

If you're interested in joining Bloom, please apply today.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 24,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee mentoring programme Flexitime Free flu jabs Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance Paid volunteer time Referral programme Sick pay Store discount Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 6SE