Total 17 purchasing procurement inventory job vacancies in Purchasing / Procurement / Inventory category in derby raynesway uk dna

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Term: Permanent
Location: We have hybrid working in place, with 1-2 days per week, in our office in Canary Wharf.
Salary: £65,087 - £68,513 per annum, based on experience


What exactly will you be doing?

As the Senior Procurement Manager, you will lead our procurement function, aligning activities with organisational goals while ensuring transparency, efficiency and cost-effectiveness. You will develop procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships and drive compliance with company policies and industry regulations. Your role will be pivotal in professionalising our procurement processes and balancing strategic vision with operational excellence. This role sits with the Performance and Transformation portfolio and reports into Finance Director.

Major objectives 



Develop and implement a comprehensive procurement strategy
Identify and deliver cost savings without compromising quality
Enhance supplier relationship management and performance
Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulations
Lead and develop the procurement team to achieve operational excellence
Drive innovation in procurement processes and systems


What are we looking for?



We are seeking a highly experienced procurement professional with a strategic mindset and strong leadership skills. The ideal candidate will have a CIPS qualification and a proven track record in senior procurement roles. You should excel in negotiation, contract management and strategic sourcing. We value someone who can balance short-term gains with long-term strategic goals, demonstrate commercial acumen and effectively influence at all levels of the organisation. A proactive 'can-do' attitude, analytical thinking, and a passion for procurement excellence are essential for success in this role.



What are the benefits?



At AAT we believe in treating our staff well and this is reflected in our wide-ranging benefits, which include:



Hybrid working (1-2 days per week in our London office) and opportunities for further flexible working.
25 days’ annual leave, increasing one day per year up to a maximum of 30 days plus bank holidays.
Great pension scheme, life assurance, and critical illness cover.
Health cash plan.
Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave contributions of up to 6 months’ full pay depending on the length of service.
Regular wellbeing initiatives.
Cycle2Work scheme and much more.


Closing Date: The planned closing date for this role is 26 November 2024 at 17.00, however, we reserve the right to close the role earlier than planned.



It’s an exciting time to join AAT and we would love you to join us on our journey. In 2023 we achieved one-star company status in the Best Companies survey, and we have recently launched our strategy to 2030.



We are committed to being an inclusive and welcoming place to work. We encourage applications from diverse candidates and make recruitment decisions based on skill and experience. We have a Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Champions group, which leads on our D&I strategy and organise events to celebrate and raise awareness. We are a disability-confident committed employer and have signed up to the Race at Work Charter. We have also signed up for the Women in Finance Charter, and in 2022 we exceeded our target for appointing females into senior positions.



Come and help us to make AAT an even better place to work!



Interested?



To apply please upload a copy of your CV and fill your application online.

Functions: Develop and implement procurement
strategies. Negotiate with suppliers to secure
competitive prices and terms. Ensure the timely delivery
of high-quality ingredients. Maintain strong relationships
with suppliers and vendors. Manage inventory and
forecast supply needs.

Full details of the role and responsibilities are detailed within the job description/person specification attached.

Ensure compliance with the Trust standing orders, standing financial instructions, policies and all current legislation. Provide the level of procurement service and performance which is required by the Trust. Continually develop and improve the relationships between the Purchasing Department and other departments within the Trust. Operate and utilise the computerised ordering system(s) as required up to reconciliation. Manage Contracts database, including updating and evaluating the database to ensure that all contracts are within date and if not take the necessary action to review the requirement of the end user. Manage Multi-Functional Device database, including updating and evaluating the database to ensure that all device contracts are within date and if not take the necessary action to review the requirement of the end user. Process written foreign language translation requests Able to work autonomously and decide on low value order placement with best value for money providers. Responsible for ensuring that the purchasing department is efficient and responsive to the customer requirements. Prepare quotations as required for goods and services to Trust specifications. Respond to and manage all queries relating to computerised procurement systems. Respond to and manage all queries relating to invoice matching issues Expedite purchase orders as required. Work to team objectives set. Has an understanding of the correct ethics in transacting public business and display a high standard of conduct and professional approach when in contact with both clients and suppliers. Assist in advising in the efficient receipt, custody, issue and control of goods, in compliance with Trust procedures and policies. Provide on-site training when required for staff who are new to the procurement systems Advise the finance department with queries related to orders and invoices.

We are looking for someone who can communicate effectively and build relationships with both customers and colleagues. Able to work on own initiative within defined policies and procedures to set timescales and prioritise their own workload. Contribute to commissioning of goods and services, as required. Full details of the job description and person specification can be found in the attached document.

Arden and GEM CSU are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Transactional Procurement Assistant to join the Transactional Procurement Team. The main focus of the role will be to provide administrative support to the Procurement team and project support to the Senior Transactional Procurement Manager.

Although the role is based at Cardinal Square, Derby, after training on site, this role will be mainly home working, with the occasional requirement to travel to the office for face to face team meetings etc, if required.
• The Transactional Procurement team is evolving to meet the changing needs of our customers and stakeholders to ensure we deliver a valuable, trusted and compliant procurement service
• To deliver an effective and competent level of administration duties to deliver a client-focused service, to include converting purchase requisitions into orders and booking business travel.
• The successful individual will support the delivery of Transactional Procurement projects and support the Senior Transactional Procurement Manager in the delivery of the annual work plan; ensuring performance to key milestones and agreed key performance indicators are achieved.

We are a multi award-winning organisation that has achieved the prestigiousInvestors in People Gold Awardfor ‘We invest in people’ and ‘We invest in wellbeing’ and are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We believe that every team member should have the opportunity to contribute and share their ideas.

We reward the hard work and commitment of our people with the following benefits:
• A competitive salary with annual pay reviews
• A generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme
• Flexible working and family friendly policies, including enhanced parental leave and pay
• A wide range of in-house and external learning and development opportunities
• Access to salary sacrifice and discount schemes
• Access to employee assistance and occupational health services.

We are looking for someone who can communicate effectively and build relationships with both customers and colleagues. Able to work on own initiative within defined policies and procedures to set timescales and prioritise their own workload. Contribute to commissioning of goods and services, as required.

Full details of the job description and person specification can be found in the attached document.


This advert closes on Tuesday 20 Aug 2024

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Job Title : Principal Lawyer - Contracts & Procurement
Job Category : Legal
Location : ALEXANDRA HOUSE, London Borough of Haringey
Hours Per Week : 36.00
Start Date : Immediate start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:00
Salary: £60.00

The Role:
We are looking for an experienced Principal Lawyer – Contracts and Procurement, to join our Lexcel Accredited Legal Service. The successful candidate will be a Solicitor, Barrister or Filex with excellent knowledge and demonstrable experience of complex contracts and procurement matters, preferably in a local government setting. You will report to the relevant Head of Legal and work closely with colleagues and clients to deliver excellent services.
Responsibilities:
Carry a caseload advising on all aspects of complex contracts and procurement work, be involved at a high level in advising on strategic, corporate and governance matters, management of the Contracts and Procurement Team ( 6 team members) and attend the legal services Extended Management Team.

Indicative Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
▪ Deep and detailed knowledge of principles and practices gained through extensive experience and development in a specific field.
▪ Degree level or equivalent qualification plus relevant experience.
▪ Membership of appropriate professional body by examination e.g., CIPFA, RICS or evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).
▪ Excellent communication skills.
▪ Ability to work with high level internal and external stakeholders.
▪ Ability to manage complex service delivery within a challenging and political environment.
▪ Understands the commercial context of the service they provide.
▪ Ability to exercise initiative and good judgement in delivering service and Council aims and objectives.

Up to £60,000 DOE + bonuses
Thame, Oxfordshire UK


Your new company
Our client believes in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their true self and belong. They work hard to improve the diversity of their teams and celebrate their differences. And they care about their colleagues' wellbeing, so they ensure there are plenty of resources available so everyone can look after their emotional, physical, financial and work wellbeing.
Your new role
It's an exciting time to join the Procurement team where their vision of driving long-term sustainable value for the organisation within their supply chain and making a tangible contribution to their company's mission of providing affordable travel for all, remains at the heart of what they do. You will be leading the end-to-end procurement process across a broad variety of categories, working closely with stakeholders to develop strong relationships in order to deliver savings targets, whilst cultivating key supplier relationships and building trust, in order to optimise performance and delivery of our requirements now and in the future.

What you'll need to succeed
If you are an experienced procurement professional who has a passion for procurement excellence and thrives on new challenges, then this role could be for you. We're looking to add to the existing brilliant team of procurement experts with someone who can work at pace whilst constructively challenging existing norms in order to drive optimum value and quality whilst leveraging the strong internal and external relationships that they build. If you are looking to expand your current procurement experience into new category areas or further develop your existing generalist experience, then this role will offer you the breadth you are looking for. If you also love the idea of identifying new trends and innovations that will inform future strategy and action plans and are not afraid to be the first in doing so, then we want to hear from you!

What you'll get in return
As a valued member of the team, you'll enjoy a 50% personal discount on hotel bookings, along with fantastic discounts for friends and family. They offer a contributory pension scheme and private healthcare with family cover. You'll start with 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, with more days added as your length of service increases. Additionally, you'll be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and have access to numerous opportunities for learning and career development.


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The Houses of Parliament Restoration and Renewal Programme is set to be the UK’s biggest and most complex ever renovation programme. Join the programme’s Delivery Authority as a Procurement Manager and you could soon be playing a vital role while delivering value, both for the programme, and the taxpayer.



In procuring a variety of contracts in a timely and legally compliant manner, you’ll be responsible for delivering those contracts, from scope identification to early market engagement, to procurement, to contract execution. Helping the Senior Contracts & Procurement Manager to procure a number of complex and high value requirements will be important too, as will ensuring all activities are in line with best practices and procurement legislation. And, when it comes to the day-to-day management of technical services, processes and deliverables, including contributing to the development and implementation of the Authority’s Procurement Policy and Procurement Code, again, we’ll count on you. 



Along the way, you’ll get to work with a range of stakeholders and undertake complex decision making to meet their needs, including liaising with external suppliers to negotiate contracts based on service, delivery and price. Developing effective relationships with programme delivery and support functions at all levels and championing the role of procurement within the Delivery Authority will be important too, as will contributing to monthly reporting on your activities and those of the wider team. Put simply, you won’t be short of challenge and variety.



About you 


A fully or partially qualified member of MCIPS (or with an equivalent degree), you already have a track record as a fully established procurement manager in a large-scale programme or multi-billion pound complex organisation. Indeed, your substantial experience of procurement activities and service delivery includes framework mini-competitions, sub threshold procurement activities and PCR 2015 regulated competitions. What’s more, you have proven technical knowledge of major programme procurement activities and approaches, including an understanding of procurement and contractual risk and mitigation, as well as legal constraints such as the UK Public Contracts Regulations. 



Supply chain knowledge and experience of services, corporate and works contracts for the delivery of major refurbishment and heritage projects is also required, as is the ability to grasp the environment and dynamics in which the Delivery Authority and Parliament operates. Someone who works well under pressure, you have strong stakeholder engagement and management skills, are great at prioritising multiple activities to meet deadlines and can bring a constructive ‘can do’ attitude. You’re also adept at developing and implementing new ideas and comfortable working with minimal supervision and using your initiative to proactively follow-up actions.



For a full job description, please follow the link



We are committed to promoting diversity and to equal opportunities in employment. We are building diverse teams and seek to attract and retain talented individuals from a range of backgrounds and cultures to join us on this hugely challenging and important project.



Salary circa £62,000 per annum



Benefits include:

Competitive salary
30 days holiday plus public holidays
Discretionary bonus scheme depending on both corporate and individual performance
Life assurance of 4 x salary death in service
Group Income Protection
Pension – up to 10% employer contribution
Up to 5 days paid volunteering
Cycle to work scheme
Season ticket loan
Employee Assistance Programme
Professional Body Fees paid
Working in a hybrid / smart way- 2 days min in office


Please apply by submitting a CV and cover letter stating your current salary and benefits, your suitability for the role and if you believe you have any current or potential conflicts of interest relating to this role.



We look forward to receiving your application by 12 noon on Monday 12 August 2024.



Interviews will take place on 19 August 2024.



Successful candidates will be required to complete security vetting to a minimum Counter Terrorist Check (CTC) level obtained through the Parliamentary Security Department (PSD). Candidates are required to pass these checks before a start date can be confirmed.

Applicants should also be aware that, depending on the role applied for, if they have resided outside of the UK for a total of more than two of the last five years, they may not be eligible for vetting.

Job Title: Sub Contract Procurement Lead
Location: Fully Remote + Occasional travel to Hinkley Point C site
Compensation: Competitive + Benefits
Role Type: Full time
Role ID: SF57174

At Cavendish Nuclear we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Sub Contract Procurement Lead at our Hinkley Point C site.

This is a brilliant opportunity to work as part of the MEH Alliance on the prestigious Hinkley Point C Nuclear project. The alliance work across the project to integrate and coordinate the delivery of all main Mechanical, Electrical, Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning (MEH), cabling and associated support services. This innovative approach will help different contractors work as a single entity to deliver the complex installation of cabling and pipework in the power station's vast network of rooms.

The role
As a Sub Contract Procurement Lead you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. Being part of the MEH Alliance working on Hinkley Point C is a chance to be involved in a major project with national significance. You will be a key member MEHA Partner Procurement Team and report into the Procurement Lead.

Day-to-day, you'll :

• Ensure compliance with MEHA procurement and nuclear safety processes and engage regularly with internal key stakeholders.
• Lead MEHA partner company subcontract procurements and liaise with Construction team to understand their upcoming requirements and to develop and maintain the MEHA Partner Tender Event Schedule (TES).
• Raise Subcontracts in accordance with MEHA Partner governance requirements, to meet NNB HPC Project and business objectives.
• Identify procurement scope gaps and propose and implement mitigation measures as well as completing reporting for MEHA management highlighting successes, blockers, mitigations, and forecast work.
• Support with production of procurement strategies, selection of tenderers, drafting and issue of Invitation to Tender documents, leading the cross functional team through the tender assessment process, writing and presentation of tender recommendation reports, complete subcontract award governance
• Support to post-award subcontract management, contract administration and supplier performance management.
• Support with the production of common Forms of Contract (NEC & bespoke Subcontracts) within the power construction industry and / or a major projects and programme environment

The Sub Contract Procurement Lead position is full time role working 37 hours per week and is fully remote, with some occasional travel to site.

Essential experience of the Sub Contract Procurement Lead:

• Extensive experience of working with NEC Contract
• Previous experience of Sub Contract Procurement

What we offer

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity

Cavendish Nuclear
As a leader within the UK nuclear industry, Cavendish Nuclear, part of Babcock International Group, provides a comprehensive range of critical nuclear solutions in clean energy, defence and civil new build and decommissioning projects. Together, we're innovating to make nuclear safer, faster and cost-effective across the nuclear energy life cycle. Your career with us could take you anywhere within Babcock International Group - from Canada, the USA to Japan. Work with us to create a safe and secure world, together.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

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Job Title: Sub Contract Procurement Lead
Location: Fully Remote + Occasional travel to Hinkley Point C site
Compensation: Competitive + Benefits
Role Type: Full time
Role ID: SF57174

At Cavendish Nuclear we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Sub Contract Procurement Lead at our Hinkley Point C site.

This is a brilliant opportunity to work as part of the MEH Alliance on the prestigious Hinkley Point C Nuclear project. The alliance work across the project to integrate and coordinate the delivery of all main Mechanical, Electrical, Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning (MEH), cabling and associated support services. This innovative approach will help different contractors work as a single entity to deliver the complex installation of cabling and pipework in the power station's vast network of rooms.

The role
As a Sub Contract Procurement Lead you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. Being part of the MEH Alliance working on Hinkley Point C is a chance to be involved in a major project with national significance. You will be a key member MEHA Partner Procurement Team and report into the Procurement Lead.

Day-to-day, you'll :

• Ensure compliance with MEHA procurement and nuclear safety processes and engage regularly with internal key stakeholders.
• Lead MEHA partner company subcontract procurements and liaise with Construction team to understand their upcoming requirements and to develop and maintain the MEHA Partner Tender Event Schedule (TES).
• Raise Subcontracts in accordance with MEHA Partner governance requirements, to meet NNB HPC Project and business objectives.
• Identify procurement scope gaps and propose and implement mitigation measures as well as completing reporting for MEHA management highlighting successes, blockers, mitigations, and forecast work.
• Support with production of procurement strategies, selection of tenderers, drafting and issue of Invitation to Tender documents, leading the cross functional team through the tender assessment process, writing and presentation of tender recommendation reports, complete subcontract award governance
• Support to post-award subcontract management, contract administration and supplier performance management.
• Support with the production of common Forms of Contract (NEC & bespoke Subcontracts) within the power construction industry and / or a major projects and programme environment

The Sub Contract Procurement Lead position is full time role working 37 hours per week and is fully remote, with some occasional travel to site.

Essential experience of the Sub Contract Procurement Lead:

• Extensive experience of working with NEC Contract
• Previous experience of Sub Contract Procurement

What we offer

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity

Cavendish Nuclear
As a leader within the UK nuclear industry, Cavendish Nuclear, part of Babcock International Group, provides a comprehensive range of critical nuclear solutions in clean energy, defence and civil new build and decommissioning projects. Together, we're innovating to make nuclear safer, faster and cost-effective across the nuclear energy life cycle. Your career with us could take you anywhere within Babcock International Group - from Canada, the USA to Japan. Work with us to create a safe and secure world, together.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Closing date: 04/06/24

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Up to £46,000 per annum
Oxfordshire UK


Your new company
An upper-tier local authority for a non-metropolitan county in the South East of England. Established in 1889, it is responsible for most strategic local government services in the county.They provide a wide range of services, including education (schools, libraries, and youth services), social services, public health, highway maintenance, waste disposal, emergency planning, consumer protection, and town and country planning for matters to do with minerals, waste, highways, and education.It is one of the largest employers in Oxfordshire, with a gross expenditure budget of £856.2 million in 2021-221. The council is committed to delivering top-quality services and value for money on behalf of the county's 600,000+ residents. As such, they are now urgently seeking an experienced Procurement Officer ready to take the next step in their career and help them on this journey.


Your new role
In this role, you'll advise the Procurement and Contract Management team, developing strategies and procedures. You'll build relationships with officers and customers, and collaborate with other council functions. You'll ensure strategies are communicated effectively and policies are up-to-date and compliant. You'll also design a training programme for stakeholders, resolve complex issues, and develop a competency framework. Other duties may be required to fulfil the role.


What you'll need to succeed
This role requires MCIPS membership or equivalent, or a commitment to achieve MCIPS within three years. The candidate should have 5 years of public sector procurement and contract management experience, excellent knowledge of strategies, policies, processes, and procedures, and evidence of professional development. Strong communication skills, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills are essential. Key behaviours include personal performance ownership, a positive attitude, proactive communication, resilience, confidence, and providing clear objectives for direct reports.

What you'll get in return
We provide a flexible work culture with the option to work from home or office, supported by a laptop and mobile phone. Enjoy 30 days of holiday, increasing after 10 years, with an option to buy more. We offer health support, a contributory pension scheme (employer contribution upto 19.9%!), family-friendly policies, and a benefits platform for discounts. We also have an electric car scheme, a cycle to work scheme, affordable loans, and learning opportunities.

What you need to do now
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£56000 + bonuses

Abingdon, Oxfordshire, UK (2 days a week on site)

Your new company
My client is a UK government research entity responsible for the development of fusion energy. It operates as an executive non-departmental public body of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. Their role is to research fusion energy and related technologies, with the aim of positioning the UK as a leader in sustainable nuclear energy. The organisation continues to make strides in fusion energy development, aiming to transform this transformative energy technology into a viable source of power. As such, they are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to help them on this journey.

Your new role
In this role, you will provide support to the Strategic Procurement Business Partner and Department Heads, delivering procurement support across the organisation. This includes providing advice, guidance, and completion of large procurements for the growing R&D portfolio. You will mentor and develop members of the procurement team, ensuring the delivery of a first-class procurement service and compliance with UK directives for public sector procurement. You will also support the organisation in achieving its milestones and impacting the achievement of targets. You will coordinate procurement support for major projects, collaborating with others to define project scope in line with Public Contracts Regulations. You will pre-qualify contractors, interview and assess tenderers and negotiate contracts as required. You will manage, monitor, and control contractual progress of projects, ensuring adherence to contract terms considering time, cost, and quality. You will need to identify opportunities for improvements, propose solutions, and make final recommendations for the development of new solutions using analytical and constructive thinking. Lastly, you will provide assistance with the creation, application, and implementation of procurement strategies for site-specific initiatives in all types of procurement projects.

What you'll need to succeed
The ideal candidate for this role should be MCIPS qualified with experience in Public Sector Procurement and knowledge of PCR2015. They should have a good technical understanding of various procurement categories and possess strategic knowledge and experience in procurement. The candidate should have excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to negotiate at the highest levels with suppliers and be commercially astute and customer focused. They should have excellent negotiation skills with some understanding of NEC forms of contract. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential, with the ability to influence people at senior levels. The candidate should also be a good team player, capable of working effectively as part of the Group Procurement Team.

What you need to do now
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£35000 + benefits + bonuses DOE

Abingdon, Oxfordshire, UK (2 days a week on site)


Your new company
My client is a UK government research entity responsible for the development of fusion energy. It operates as an executive non-departmental public body of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. Their role is to research fusion energy and related technologies, with the aim of positioning the UK as a leader in sustainable nuclear energy. The organisation continues to make strides in fusion energy development, aiming to transform this transformative energy technology into a viable source of power. As such, they are seeking an Assistant Procurement Manager to help them on this journey.
Your new role
In this role, you will be responsible for delivering procurement support across the organisation, providing advice, guidance, and completion of projects and complex tenders for the growing R&D portfolio. You will also provide support and guidance for members of the procurement team, ensuring the delivery of a first-class procurement service. This role involves ensuring compliance with European Commission and UK directives for procurement in the public sector and supporting the organisation in achieving its own milestones. You will negotiate with relevant parties, including external companies, to arrive at appropriate commercial agreements. You provide advice to senior managers on contractual strategies, ranging from traditional contracts to alliances, partnerships, and alternative funding strategies. In addition, you will also contribute to problem-solving and decision-making to develop specification requirements and manage contracts from tender through to closure. This includes evaluating bids, ensuring value for money is always obtained, negotiating appropriate commercial agreements, and resolving claims and disputes. Overall, you will be the port of call for all general support, advice, and coaching/delivery of training on commercial matters whilst contributing to the evolution of the organisation's commercial terms and conditions, policies, and working practices. Finally, you will identify opportunities for improvements and propose solutions to contribute to continuous improvement within the organisation.


What you'll need to succeed
The ideal candidate is working towards their MCIPS qualification, experienced in public sector procurement, and understands OJEU. You should have a good grasp of procurement categories and strategies, excellent interpersonal skills, commercial acumen, and negotiation skills. You should be a team player with strong communication skills, technically competent, and able to guide others. You should be capable of managing small projects, acting as a specialist advisor, producing reports, and enforcing policies. You should be able to work independently, select professional principles to address situations, and implement solutions. Ideally, you have postgraduate entry level or equivalent experience, may be professionally qualified, and have practical experience in similar roles. You will understand customer and project requirements, be committed to nurturing scientific and technological excellence, open to new ways of working, and enthusiastic about the organisation's mission. You will be a creative problem solver, working at the frontier of knowledge, and challenging the status quo in a safe and inclusive manner.


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Procurement Business Partner for a large public sector organisation

£59k per annum + benefits

Oxfordshire UK (Hybrid)

Your new company
Our client is part of a key division of a prominent decommissioning authority in the UK which brings together the expertise of several entities to concentrate on the management of the country's nuclear waste. Playing a crucial role in the environmental clean-up mission, they provide enduring solutions to the nation's nuclear waste challenges. Committed to operating as a safe and responsible business, they place a strong emphasis on customers and communities. It strives to be a centre of excellence, delivering value for taxpayers. As such, they are now urgently seeking an experienced Procurement Business Partner to help them on this journey.

Your new role
The primary objective of this role is to manage the procurement and contract management of projects in an effective and efficient manner, end-to-end, supporting the company, thereby facilitating sound business decisions. This role is also responsible for providing authoritative advice to the business on strategic and operational commercial matters, aiding in the implementation of the GDF programme. Furthermore, it involves managing their contractual arrangements as a limited company, while ensuring compliance with the Public Contract Regulations (PCR). An additional responsibility is to support the development of the supply chain and ensure that the organisation has appropriate tracking and intelligence systems in place to effectively manage its strategic suppliers.

What you'll need to succeed
You will have solid experience managing indirect procurement projects as well as working in a commercial team. You must have a thorough understanding of managing procurement and contract projects from start to finish, in line with PCR-2015. You should be skilled at managing a demanding workload and prioritising tasks effectively. Excellent written and verbal English skills are a must, along with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. This includes the ability to format formal contract documents in Word in detail. You will be a quick learner and adapt to new processes and IT systems. You will have excellent stakeholder management skills, including the ability to professionally present and discuss information and extract information from others. It is essential that you are a resilient individual and are not afraid of a challenge.

What you need to do now
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