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Merseyside Police is a dynamic, challenging, rewarding place to work: we take pride in everything we do.

The best-performing urban Force as graded by HMICFRS to date, our strategy is simply to put the communities of Merseyside first.

We have a strong focus on continuous improvement in the areas we’re passionate about: ending Violence Against Women & Girls; tackling Serious Organised Crime & County Lines; strengthening our approach to Diversity & Inclusion; building trust & confidence through Community Engagement.

We are a friendly employer with a passion for investing in our people and creating conditions for you to thrive and be your best self.

Job Purpose:

To be responsible, as a member of the Finance & Procurement Department Senior Leadership Team, for the management of the Force Procurement Function. To provide advice - as the most senior qualified procurement professional - to the Head of Finance & Procurement, Director of Resources and the wider Force. To be instrumental in developing & implementing Force procurement strategies and associated procedures & initiatives in-line with the direction provided by the Head of Finance & Procurement

Knowledge & Experience:

Must hold a CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma and significant post-equivalent work experience in procurement

Demonstrably meaningful history of managing a procurement team of a large & complex organisation - capable of ensuring team development and motivation to deliver optimal results

Extensive track record of leading on high-level / complex procurement projects of significant value

Markedly demonstrable commercial & financial acumen - able to present this and associated information in a concise, professional manner

Thorough understanding of commercial practices, including: manufacturing processes; costing methods; logistics

Senior level management skills, with notable evidence of challenging the status quo and adapting to change

Clear grasp of the complex nature of operational demands and how to develop strategies & procedures to assist devolved managers to harness their resources, achieving demands in effective, cost-efficient manners - measurable against relevant performance indicators

Capacious knowledge of Contract Law, including the relevant public procurement regulations, and familiarity with PCC Standing Orders & Financial Regulations, together with Force Financial Instructions

Proactive approach to addressing problem issues, ensuring Chief Officers and other stakeholders are kept appropriately updated

Excellent interpersonal communication skills - able to develop strong relationships with senior officers and other key stakeholders, instilling confidence about the professionalism of the procurement department

Strong leadership to act as the senior negotiator for the Force