Post: Assistant Procurement Officer
Salary: £36,723 per annum
Grade: FRS C
Salary range: £36,723 - £44,085 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: 4 PM on 3 August 2026
London Fire Brigade (LFB) is London’s fire and rescue service – one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world. We are here to make London a safer city. Employing over 5000 people across our operational team (our firefighters), control (our call handlers who answer 999 calls), fire safety and our non-operational team (our team who work behind the scenes to support our front-line services, which includes Fleet, IT, HR, Finance, Procurement, Communications team and many more).
We are looking for a highly organised and proactive individual to join our Front-Line Operations Procurement Team, providing vital operational and administrative support to ensure an efficient, high quality service across the organisation.
This is a hands on role that plays a key part in the day to day management of uniform processes, supplier liaison and stakeholder support, requiring a strong on site presence and excellent attention to detail.
In this role, you will:
- Manage the central clothing mailbox, responding to queries and ensuring issues are resolved promptly
- Administer the Undress Uniform scheme and coordinate uniform fittings with tailors
- Oversee all clothing processes for leavers, including:
Checking and recording returned items
Analysing leaver data
Chasing outstanding returns
Managing stock levels
Coordinating alterations with suppliers and staff
- Deal with laundry related issues and enquiries
- Maintain accurate SAP clothing and equipment catalogues
You will also act as a key point of contact for suppliers and internal stakeholders, supporting supplier registration, resolving queries and maintaining effective working relationships.
Alongside operational responsibilities, you’ll provide administrative and engagement support, including:
- Minute taking and preparation of written documentation
- Producing spreadsheets and reports using Microsoft Word and Excel
- Assisting with events, supplier engagement and market engagement activities
Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the job description. If you are unable to see the job description, salary range or the full advert, please visit our jobs pages at https://jobs-london-fire-gov-uk.jobsmarket.site/pages/en-gb/jobs to access the full advert.
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Stage 1
To apply, please complete the online application, upload a copy of your up-to-date CV and provide evidence to address the following selection criteria:
1. Experience in an administrative or operational support role managing multiple tasks and Workflows.
2. Experience liaising with internal stakeholders and/or external suppliers.
3. Good working knowledge of Microsoft applications and confidence using business systems, databases or workflow tools.
4. Experience maintaining accurate records, logs, or inventory information with professional written communication skills.
Please note that we will score the evidence you provide based on the competencies listed in the selection criteria above.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend stage 2.
Please ensure you give yourself enough time to complete and submit your application. Late or un-submitted applications cannot be accepted.
Please note any correspondence received from us will be via e-mail and sent to the address you provide on your application form.
Stage 2
Assessment for this role is due to take place in early September. Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment date, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements.
Please note: This role requires working from the office four days per week, with one day working from home (WFH).
We value the diversity of our employees and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across London. The London Fire Commissioner is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we positively welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people's age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.
Anyone who has contact with children, young people or adults at risk will be subject to an enhanced DBS check as part of our commitment to safeguarding.
Benefits of working for the London Fire Brigade
- 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
- Additional leave between Christmas Day and New Year
- Family (including maternity) leave and emergency support leave
- Hybrid working is available, subject to business need.
- Free access to the Brigade gym
- Use of the Brigade’s Medical Adviser/physios/fitness advisers
- Free counselling
- Season ticket loan
- Join social networks including our Equality Support Groups
- Contributory pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Staff discount scheme including access to Blue Light Card retail and hospitality discounts
- Opportunity to access affordable accommodation
Criminal records check
In line with the Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) employment checks will be completed by successful candidates, which will include a Standard criminal records check. Successful candidate will be required to declare any convictions for offences and any offer of employment is subject to the LFC receiving a criminal records disclosure which it considers satisfactory.
