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Temporary Accommodation Procurement Manager needed in West London Paying £274.38 per day Ref 005238

Full time hrs on a temporary basis

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing procurement and temporary accommodation teams to deliver well-maintained, suitable accommodations

• Overseeing all forms of temporary accommodation, ensuring health and safety compliance

• Developing relationships with stakeholders and property providers to meet accommodation demand

• Deputising for the Property & Place Manager and other Housing Solutions managers

• Direct line management of staff, ensuring service levels and support

• Maintaining high standards of customer service and resolving complaints

• Promoting diversity, inclusion, and effective communication with stakeholders

• Meeting key performance indicators for procurement and management

• Managing and responding to enquiries and complaints within set timescales

• Staying updated on relevant housing legislation and policies

• Ensuring value for money and a commercial approach to service delivery

• Preventing homelessness by providing good quality private rented accommodation

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to verity@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

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Your new company
You will be working for a leading facilities management service provider with an annual turnover in excess of £20b. With a global procurement team exceeding 800 heads, you will be joining a global powerhouse with ambitious growth and transformation plans.
Your new role
As a member of the FM procurement team, you will work closely with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to understand and deliver a variety of Hard FM service solutions. You will manage one direct report with a dotted line of 4 regional buyers. You will work closely with the Head of FM Procurement and Senior Category Manager to develop and implement category strategies to improve the service and cost-effectiveness of the Hard FM category.

What you'll need to succeed
You will need to have extensive knowledge of the FM category, with an in-depth understanding of Hard FM services. You should have experience working within a large matrix organisation and be able to effectively engage and influence both operational and head office stakeholders. You should have experience of managing and developing teams. You should be able to commit to weekly travel to client sites across Greater London to help understand client needs and deliver solutions.
What you'll get in return
You will receive a competitive base salary of up to £75,000 alongside a discretionary annual bonus. You will also be able to work in a hybrid pattern with 2 to 3 days a week from home. You will be eligible for private medical insurance alongside other health and wellness benefits. What you need to do now


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Responsibilities:

• Audit M&E service reports
• Mechanical & Electrical works quality checking
• Mechanical estimation
• Mechanical procurement
. Mechanical & Electrical tendering
• Liaise with suppliers, clients and field engineers.
• Any other tasks that are reasonably expected by an office based mechanical engineer working in a medium sized M&E Services company

Full training will be provided.

Person Specification:

. Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.
Working experience as a procurement engineer
• Pleasant telephone manner.
• Good IT skills
• Good communication skill.
• Flexible approach.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Able to deal with engineers, clients and suppliers in a pleasant manner.

FULL TRAINING WILL BE PROVIDED

Working hours are 8.30 -5.30 Monday to Friday. Salary package will vary on the basis of qualifications and experience.

Suitable candidate would have the opportunity to grow as 'procurement manager'. Salary package will vary on candidates qualification and experience.

We are a fast growing water treatment and M&E company operating since 2005 with more than 35 permanent employees. If required, sponsorship is also available for the suitable candidates.

The Procurement team provide professional procurement expertise, advice and services across the organisation ensuring value for money is achieved, whilst fundamentally supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care. Key Duties To engage with and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in order to provide a high-quality service. To provide guidance, advice and support to clinical leads, matrons, ward managers and other staff in relation to clinical procurement issues, supporting improvements in clinical practice, raising standards of care as well as the delivery of value in the goods and services the hospital purchases. Support specific clinical product evaluation projects considering existing local and national guidelines and best practice involving product users at every stage to support definition of clinical criteria and evaluation strategy. Promote awareness and understanding within the London Clinic of the function and usage of products within the supply chain teams, increase understanding of clinical concerns and issues and the positive impact of effective clinical procurement strategies on the quality of patient care. Support the Supply Chain team to identify, source suitable alternatives and direct replacements in response of vendor stock outs and discontinuation. The full Job Description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews, please view the Job Description attachment.

Job Title: Procurement Account Supervisor

Contract: 3 months (potential for extension)

Location: London (Hammer smith)

Hybrid working: Tues & Wed on-site

Start Date: ASAP

Role Purpose:

Support local procurement by partnering with management to assess needs, implement sourcing strategies, optimizeoptimize suppliers, and manage relationships at the local and cluster levels.

Key AccountabilitiesAccountabilities:

Stakeholder Engagement: Build relationships with stakeholders, lead projects to improve spend efficiency, and drive process improvements.

Supplier Strategy: Conduct market and supplier research, offering insights and recommendations to internal stakeholders.

Sourcing & Demand Management: Contribute to regional/global strategies, developing and implementing category action plans.

Negotiation: Lead supplier negotiations, manage key supplier relationships, and ensure quality.

Contract Framework: Work with Legal and Finance to ensure compliance in contract templates and documentation.

Supplier Relationship Management (SRMSRM): Apply SRMSRM for supplier performance assessment on quality, service, and innovation.

Compliance: Ensure adherence to sourcing policies and encourage a Lean approach.

People Management: Oversee direct reports (if applicable), set objectives, and manage performance.

Qualifications:

Education: Degree in Engineering, Business, or Economics; Procurement certification is an asset.

Experience: 5+ years in procurement (2+ years in category management); 2+ years of people management.

Technical Skills: AnalyticalAnalytical, stakeholder management, and familiarity with Workday, CoupaCoupa, and SAP (preferred).

Technical Functional Skills:

Risk Management, KPIKPI UtilizationUtilization, Supplier Analysis, SRMSRM, Data Analysis, Contract Management, RFxRFx Process, P2PP2P, Supply Chain knowledge.

Your new company
This is a multinational banking and financial services institution, with over 450 branches in 19 cities. They offer a wide range of financial services, including corporate banking, investment banking and asset management, ranked amongst the largest 25 banks globally by assets under management. This team has moved from a decentralised to a centralised capacity. Therefore, a strong desire to promote procurement internally is needed for this role.

Your new role
You will be supporting the Procurement Director in establishing the value of procurement, with a direct focus on leading and managing the IT Category. You will be managing £50m worth of spend, as well as direct management of a small team reporting to you. The principal part of this role will be the full E2E procurement process of the IT category. A Market Data Category manager will be reporting into you, so market data exposure would be desirable.

What you'll need to succeed
You will NEED to have predominant exposure to category management of IT - any other profiles won't be considered. You must have an innovative mindset in order to support the development of the entire procurement function. You will need to have great interpersonal and communication skills when engaging stakeholders and suppliers, as well as exposure managing people. You will need to have a good understanding of the market, products and services in the IT category with great stakeholder engagement to help centralise procurement.

What you'll get in return
With the company being very pro-people development, you will be joining a very collaborative team with a plethora of opportunities and exposure across the business. On offer is a competitive salary with 25 days annual leave, discretionary bonus and private medical and dental. As the company is very people focussed, you will benefit from a great work-life balance - 2-3 days in the office.

What you need to do now
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Job Title: Procurement & Contracts OfficerLocation: Central London
Job type: 12-month temporary contract
Hybrid working: 2 days remote, 3 days work from the London Office

• To undertake procurement projects in one or more key categories in line with the Local Authorities' strategic and tactical management arrangements for procurement.
• To undertake data and market analysis for category spend in order to recommend procurement strategy opportunities in line with Corporation Standing Orders, procurement regulations, and public procurement law
• To support the delivery of the recommended category strategy for aligned categories in line with all relevant regulations, legislation, government directives and codes of compliance, to reduce risk of legal challenge to the Corporation, whilst maintaining the balance between high quality of goods and services procured and price, and to develop new strategies in line with market trends, changes in procurement law or guidelines, or corporate priorities.
• To act in a business partner role for a small range of departments, providing guidance and Procurement expertise to officers involved in strategic and tactical procurement exercises.
• To champion and drive measurable responsible procurement benefits across all commercial activity
• To be committed to providing the highest level of customer service, delivering the best value to the Corporation, working with both internal and external customers/suppliers and actively seeking to promote equality of opportunity in relation to the duties of the post.

Candidates need to have the following experience/ qualifications:

• Previous experience within the Public Sector is essential.
• Candidates must hold or be actively working towards a CIPS qualification
• Candidates must have completed training on the Procurement Act
• A generalist background in Procurement is necessary.

This role requires an immediate start, so candidates must be available immediately or have a notice period of no more than 1 week. Please note that the day rate and hybrid working arrangements are non-negotiable.

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Compliance & Procurement Officer
Kingston upon Thames
Homelessness & Mental Health Focussed Homelessness Service
12 Weeks
36 hours
£18.99 LTD / £16.19 PAYE (inc hol)
Looking for a role that makes a difference in your community? Join our Local Authority client as a Compliance & Procurement Officer, supporting property management and rehousing services for rough sleepers in Kingston upon Thames.
THE ROLE
Deliver high-quality service in managing property acquisition, renewals, re-lets, and hand-backs for private sector landlords and rough sleepers, while ensuring compliance and maintaining strong landlord relationships.

• Ensure properties meet safety standards and support rough sleeper rehousing placements.
• Conduct scheduled and responsive property visits, ensuring compliance with Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) for properties in and outside the borough.
• Liaise with landlords, housing providers, and contractors to meet Gas Safe and relevant legislative standards.
• Maintain detailed records, update compliance databases, and provide regular feedback on property interactions.
• Identify and report any non-compliance issues, HHSRS hazards, and Safeguarding concerns from stakeholders.
• Oversee property management expenditures and payments related to rough sleeper schemes.
• Prepare quarterly GLA reports and other required statistical data.

THE CANDIDATE
We are seeking a candidate with previous experience in a similar frontline public housing service role, especially in property compliance and procurement.

• Proven experience in marketing and procurement of private sector properties with a track record in lettings.
• Strong knowledge of housing law, security of tenure, and health and safety for temporary accommodations.
• Familiarity with private leasing schemes, including financial and operational considerations.
• Understanding of rough sleepers' needs within temporary accommodations.
• Skilled in partnership working, negotiation, and case management.

THE CONTRACT

• 36 hours, Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm
• 12 weeks with potential for extension or a permanent position
• Pay: £18.99 per hour LTD rate; PAYE equivalent is £16.19 per hour, inclusive of holiday.

HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to lee . mcmillan @ servicecare . org. uk or call 01772 208966 01772 208966 to discuss the role in more detail!
If the role is more suited to someone you know, we offer a £25

Property Inspector/Inventory Clerk - Elephant and Castle, Central London

Are you detail-oriented and tech-savvy, ready to embark on a rewarding career as a Property Inspector/Inventory Clerk? This could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Company Overview:
We are a dynamic and ambitious estate agency with a strong presence across London. Driven by technology and innovation, we are committed to providing exceptional service to both landlords and tenants. We are looking for a motivated individual to join our team as a Property Inspector/Inventory Clerk.

Job Overview:
As a Property Inspector/Inventory Clerk, you will be responsible for meticulously documenting and cataloguing the contents and condition of properties. Your role plays a crucial part in property management, facilitating smooth transitions between tenants, accurate billing, and ensuring accountability for property conditions. You will work closely with landlords, tenants, and property management teams to maintain accurate records and uphold professional standards. This role offers a competitive salary of £26,000 - £28,000 based on experience.

Here's what you'll be doing:

- Conducting thorough inspections of properties, including residential and commercial spaces, before and after occupancy
- Recording detailed descriptions of property contents, including furnishings, appliances, fixtures, and other relevant items
- Assessing the condition of items within the property, noting any damages, wear and tear, or defects
- Capturing clear and comprehensive photographic evidence of property conditions to support written records
- Preparing detailed inventory reports documenting all findings, including descriptions, conditions, and photographic evidence
- Coordinating property inspections with tenants, landlords, and property management teams, ensuring all parties are informed and involved
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date inventory databases, ensuring information is easily accessible and organised for reference
- Assisting in resolving disputes related to property conditions and inventories, providing factual documentation to support claims
- Ensuring compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards governing property inventory procedures
- Identifying opportunities to improve inventory processes and streamline operations for increased efficiency and accuracy

Here are the skills you'll need:

- Attention to detail and ability to meticulously document property contents and conditions with high accuracy
- Strong organisational skills to manage inventory records, scheduling, and documentation effectively
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to liaise effectively with tenants, landlords, and property management teams
- Proficiency in photography to capture clear and detailed images of property conditions
- Problem-solving abilities to identify issues and resolve conflicts related to property inventories
- Comfort with using inventory management software and digital tools for data entry and record-keeping
- Dependability and punctuality, with a commitment to meeting deadlines and delivering accurate results consistently

Work permissions:
You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.
Here are the benefits of this job:

- Competitive salary between £26,000 - £28,000 based on experience
- Travel costs covered
- Opportunity to work in the vibrant Elephant and Castle area
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Friendly and supportive team environment
- Regular working hours with five days per week, including Saturdays, with one weekday off
- The chance to be part of a respected and growing estate agency

Embarking on a career as a Property Inspector/Inventory Clerk in the property sector offers a fulfilling and stable career path. You will have the opportunity to hone your organisational skills, interact with diverse clients, and contribute significantly to the smooth management of rental properties. This role is ideal for those who appreciate precision and enjoy being part of a dynamic industry.

Air Logistics Gateway & Procurement Specialist | United Kingdom | req120738

We have an exciting new opportunity for an Air Logistics Gateway & Procurement Specialist. As one of the world's leading air freight providers, at Kuehne+Nagel we shape the world of logistics by connecting people and goods through innovative and sustainable solutions.

YOUR ROLE

Working within a high performing team, your role will be to procure air freight costs and flights, book and process export shipments on an allocation or adhoc basis to strict deadlines. From an import perspective you will also plan and monitor full utilisation of trucks. You will also be responsible for maintaining quality standards in security, health and safety as well as that of the environment in relation to these three key areas.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Capacity procurement and rate negotiation on scheduled flights, charter and part charter services.
• Export: Produce and prepare documents for transit of cargo, ensure customs declarations, security checks are complete and issue check certificates. You will also follow standard operating procedures (SOP's), create accurate accruals, recover compromised route plans, negotiate spot rates, increase or decrease allocations, optimise processes and support safe unit load device (ULD) builds and manage ULD equipment.
• Import: Truck planning and optimisation, ensuring a high level of communication with UK branch, Airport Transfer and warehouse colleagues in the UK, Frankfurt and Amsterdam; build strong relationships with stakeholders internally and externally too; Frankfurt Pallet Management, issue management, performance management, volume reporting, truck P&L responsibility and closing down outstanding customs matters.
• From a QSHE perspective you will ensure you cooperate with all stakeholders and are aware of company procedures and work instructions.
• Ensure continuous Improvement is driven operationally through the corrective and preventive action process (CAPA), Supplier Management and by actively promoting a culture of continual improvement.
• Ensure full compliance with regulatory and legislative authorities. (i.e., Full Import and export compliance ETSF regulations and aviation security regulations).
• Ensure a safe system of work and a safe working environment is maintained.at all times, by addressing unsafe acts, full compliance with ISO 45001 standards and related Kuehne+Nagel work instructions and guidance.

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES

• Demonstrable experience within air freight specifically with capacity and rate negotiation experience on commercial and charter carriers.
• Experience of governance and control in relation to Dangerous Goods, Customs and Aviation Security.
• You will have a good understanding of Aircraft types and configurations, routings and equipment experience.
• Understanding of ULD builds.
• You'll be a skilled communicator with great speaking and listening skills as well as the capability to negotiate, be persuasive and work collaboratively.
• You'll have strong commercial acumen, be resourceful and be proficient in time management, organisation and planning.
• With a methodical and logical approach, you'll be able to solve complex issues and make sound business decisions.
• Good IT skills specifically Microsoft office packages.

GOOD REASON TO JOIN

If you want to be a key part of our high performing Air Logistics Commercial team, then this critical role affords an ambitious experienced candidate with exceptional operational, stakeholder, and influencing skills a superb opportunity to help shape the future of this partnership. We are offering a competitive salary, 23 days holiday (rising to 25 after 5 years' service) plus bank holidays, life assurance and private medical insurance. You will also have the opportunity to join the contributory Kuehne+Nagel pension plan.

ABOUT KUEHNE+NAGEL

With over 80.000 employees at some 1,300 locations in over 100 countries, the Kuehne+Nagel Group is one of the world's leading logistics companies.

CONTACT

Paulina Kazmierczak
paulina.kazmierczak@kuehne-nagel.com

Your new company
We are supporting a global telecoms business here in the heart of London as they are looking for a European Procurement Manager to cover most of the indirect procurement. This business is a leader in their field and has grown through acquisitions, therefore making this a diverse and interesting landscape to work in.
Your new role
As the Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for the end-to-end procurement of both IT & non-IT procurement (notably HR & Marketing spend) and others. You will be responsible for working with the Procurement Director to design and implement category and procurement strategies. Alongside this, you will be working with your key stakeholders in partnership to understand the needs of the business and drive the best value across the supply chain. After the supplier award, you will also be responsible for building on that relationship and ensuring supplier performance management where needed.

What you'll need to succeed
To succeed in this role, you will have prior experience in indirect procurement with notable projects in IT/ HR/ marketing spend - or at least two of the three. You will have great stakeholder and supplier engagement skills, and ideally have experience working across an international supply base.
What you'll get in return
In return, whilst this is a fixed-term contract, it is a longer-term one we have seen - c 14 months in length with further opportunities within the business beyond this point. This business is in the centre of London with a hybrid working policy, the expectation being you are in the office 2-3 days per week. As a fixed-term employee, you will have access to the benefits package on top of your salary, including holiday allowance, pension contributions, plus more.
What you need to do now
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Interim Procurement Officer
Duration: 3 months +
Location: Central London
Daily rate: £200 - £400 per day (dependent on experience)
Flexible working: Candidates must be available to work from the London office 2 days a week

Responsibilities:

• Conduct market research and identify local market best practices and suppliers
• Facilitate the process of gathering, defining, and formalising internal service requirements
• Draft, administer, and submit all relevant PQQ/RFP documentation
• Liaise with all relevant OSF departments (Global Operations, PCU, OGC, Security, Finance, etc.)
• Lead supplier negotiations in collaboration with relevant OSF stakeholders
• Facilitate internal evaluation and decision-making process pertaining to the final award
• Ensure strong handover to operations by hosting supplier introductions and trainings
• If you are interested in either of these roles or know someone who might be, please get in touch with us at your earliest convenience.

Experience required

• Skilled at negotiating and communicating with suppliers
• Experience, researching, collecting, analysing, and using data in decision-making
• Able to work effectively in compliance with internal policies and external constraints
• Able to exercise sound professional judgement on issues of sensitivity
• Organised; strong project management ability; self-directed on work initiatives; strong attention to detail
• Written and spoken communication in English
• Experience leading tenders worth over USD1M
• Advanced Excel (Pivot tables, VLOOKUP, Conditional Formatting)

Please Note:This role is not suitable for candidates currently in permanent roles with a notice period of 2-4 months.
Candidates seeking permanent positions are encouraged to call 02072598714 to speak with a consultant for further advice.

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Develop and implement full end to end Tender activity as directed by the Procurement Associate Director / Assistant Director working with NHS LPP Members. Please see Job description for full details Person specification Qualifications/ Education Essential Criteria Good general education Good standard of numeracy and literacy Evidence of CIPS qualification and progress towards professional chartered status Previous procurement experience or training to a Masters level or equivalent Previous experience Essential Criteria Experience of preparing and presenting reports. Desirable criteria Experience in a healthcare related organisation. Working knowledge of contract law Skills/Knowledge/ Ability Essential Criteria Experience of sourcing including tender process from initial scoping to contract award. Analytical competence and problem solving. Excellent administration & organisational skills. Excellent communication skills. Excellent IT skills. Ability to prioritise workload and organise others workload. Desirable criteria Ability to use eProcurement systems. Microsoft Excel and data base competence. Ability to analyse data. Ability to run reports and prepare presentations. Demonstrable ability to work and influence teams. Demonstrable ability to manage workload.

IT Procurement lead, London(Central), £35-40k + Benefits, Permanent

Your new company

You will be workingfor a specialist IT provider to SMEs based in Central London, who understandthe importance of providing reliable IT systems to their clients. This companyhas a diverse client base, and provides end-to-end service, making this a rewardingopportunity.

Your new role

You will be workingclosely with the Indirect procurement manager, supporting their daily indirectprocurement activities. As this company continues to grow, their need to managespend has become vital to the success of the business.

You will beresponsible for:

• Targeting cost saving opportunities in the indirect IT category whilst maintaining quality and service.
• Analysing current spends and look for opportunities to save costs in line with the business KPIs.
• Help develop and implement contracts and long term agreement for all newly sourced parts and services.
• Drive and develop reliable relationships with key stakeholders and clients.
• Managing bids and tenders for all contracting work.
• Develop and introduce KPIs through the IT category.
• Attending internal meetings as and when necessary with various departments.

What you'll need to succeed

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to build rapport and relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Previous experience in indirect buying across a variety of categories, IT experience is essential.
• Good working knowledge of MRP/APS systems.
• Experience working in a "hands on" procurement role, including execution of cost saving exercises.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft office with advanced skills in Excel.
• CIPS certified is desirable but not required.

What you'll get in return

You will get the opportunity to work with a growingbusiness that offers a wide variety of bonuses and benefits.

What you need to do now

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Working hours: Minimum of 35 hours per week with a requirement to attend the London office a minimum of 40% per month
Interview date: To be confirmed
One of the UK’s most inspiring and best known faith-based organisations, The Salvation Army, is looking for a proactive and commercially aware Procurement Specialist to build on the property category plans we are delivering for the organisation.
Key Responsibilities: Our Procurement team is responsible for making a major contribution to our mission and vision through a focus on value for money for every £ spent. We also protect the reputation of the Salvation Army through ethical procurement and ensuring that fit for purpose suppliers and contracts are put in place to meet the diverse needs of the organisation.
As a Category Specialist, you’ll be responsible for sourcing a range of equipment, goods and services and managing a variety of vendors. That will involve performing strategic procurement activities across your defined portfolio of sub-categories of spend. It will also involve maintaining up-to-date market expertise in order to work closely with key stakeholders to develop and execute category plans that achieve our objectives, including best value, whilst managing procurement risk.
The successful candidate will need:

Membership of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (or working towards this qualification) and, ideally, a degree level or equivalent education
Experience in the Property category area<s>s</s> and category management in general, including running tenders for a variety of good and services
Strong day-to-day project planning, delivery and management skills
Excellent communication, influencing and negotiating skills and a flair for analysis and problem solving
Proven experience of managing a wide group of internal stakeholders with differing priorities
Ideally, a background in either a Commercial or Not for Profit Procurement function

In order to complete your application please download and read the job profile and any other attachments.
In the job profile you will find the criteria required for the role please make sure that you address this in your supporting statement as this forms the basis of our shortlisting.
Appointment subject to satisfactory references and proof of right to work in the UK
For details of how to prove your right to work in the UK please click here and please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship.
Please note that any Salvation Army employees who are under notice of redundancy and apply for this position will be given priority consideration.
We reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we feel that we have received sufficient applications.
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