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Procurement Manager

Job Description

Job Title: Procurement Manager

Working pattern: 2-3 home / 1-2 office (office location is Manchester)

Day rate: £40 - £45p/h inside IR35

Hours - 37 - 40

Contract: 6 months initial contract

Start: ASAP – subject to notice

 

A fantastic opportunity for a Procurement Manager has arisen with a Tier 1 Contractor to manage a energy transmission project. You will be required to integrate Procurement in to the project management process and organises, controls and monitors all Procurement activities.

 

Responsibilities for this Procurement Manager role:

  • To develop and drive the Procurement strategy of assigned activities (Project Classification B or as applicable to Business unit) to ensure cost effective purchasing to meet cost targets and expediting to meet programme.
  • Develop and deliver Procurement Strategy for allocated Projects, issue RFQ’s, Conduct negotiation with suppliers, drive the selection process and raise/issue Purchase orders in accordance with Procurement Procedures, to meet objectives..(typically up to £15 million)
  • Working in an autonomous manner using acquired knowledge and skills,  to make key procurement decisions’ within limits of authority, to support the Procurement Manager in ensuring that the business has a professional Logistical & Procurement Service obtaining ‘Best Value for Money’ deals.
  • A sound knowledge of Sub-Contract packages and techniques / skills associated with ‘Obtaining best value’ results for the Business
  • To act as Commodity leader for specified “strategic” commodities, in line with experience,  with the objective of securing best value solutions for EM Procurement
  • Ensure employees comply with the Corporate Procurement policies, the Strategic Procurement initiatives  and ensure full compliance with any business requirements
  • Responsibility for allocated projects including A & B with typical volumes of £20m to £100m
  • Develop closer relationships with Strategic/key suppliers.
  • Build upon the positive relationships already developed with other Divisions in the UK, identifying ‘Best Practices’ and motivating the businesses to achieve critical goals.
  • Keep the Project Team aware of market trends relevant to their business and contribute to inter-departmental relationships by providing information and advice as necessary.
  • Identify opportunities to maximise the benefits of e-Business solutions, SAP functionality and the introduction and implementation of new initiatives. 
  • Deputise as appropriate within the Procurement department as required.
  • Play an active role in the tendering process on category B or applicable to business unit to enable cost competitive offering to customers whilst ensuring compliance with procurement LoA process.
  • Ensure that Terms & Conditions secured with Suppliers cover the Risk Criteria in line with the procurement strategy.
  • Proactively identify and raise awareness of potential supply chain  and instigate actions to mitigate within the business.
  • Lead supplier development on specified strategic commodities, normally with a value £5m>
  • Assist in the development and implementation of the business unit action plan, ensuring that all the activities are targeted in order to move the Division closer to World Class status.
  • Identify process improvement opportunities and proactively develop solutions
  • Play a key role in the implementation of specific B.I. Programmes.
  • Abide by all business compliance requirements in line with Company policies, for example Business Conduct Guidelines & Confidential Information.
  • Ambassador for Customer First within EM Procurement.
  • Perform other duties as required by the Procurement Manager
  • Act as Commodity Leader for specific strategic commodities.
  • Source, assess, develop and maintain supplier relationships to ensure short term Project objectives and long term company objectives.
  • Develop a Procurement strategy to provide structured & professional support to the commercial / tendering managers in the selection and negotiation on B Projects of ‘Suppliers / Subcontractors’.
  • Responsible for the maintenance of key Procurement data
  • Responsible for provision of key Procurement documents including Procurement Plan, SDT, Bid Comparison and NSR on allocated projects
  • Participating and supporting the implementation of the EM Procurement Strategy.
  • Participating and supporting the implementation of the BU Procurement strategy
  • Manage quality and delivery of all purchases to project timescales, objectives and equipment specification.
  • Actively support the Procurement Managers objectives to ensure the goals of the organisation are delivered, and provide a lead for others in the Procurement team.
  • Place orders against fully authorised requisitions, and ensure timely and correct close out of the purchase process including resolving invoice queries.

Experience / qualifications required for this Procurement Manager role:

  • Minimum of 5 years experience in a procurement department.
  • Commercial / contractual experience in negotiating Terms and Conditions for:
    -  Individual Purchases up to £5M in Value
    -  Management of Commodities with spend up to £5M per annum.
    -  Negotiation of Frameworks with spend over £10M per annum.
  • Strong knowledge of purchasing techniques and skills associated with the procurement of manufacturing and project equipment, goods and services.
  • A sound knowledge of contract law, with practical experience of their application to procurement projects.
  • Expertise in utilising logistical concepts, including  in depth knowledge of  INCOTERMS.
  • Experience of giving presentations /chairing meetings
  • SAP experience
  • Microsoft office
  • Sound knowledge of draft a contract, risks and opportunities, supplier submissions
  • Works well in teams - cross functional teams
  • Civil background - desirable

 

How to apply for this role:

If you are interested in this Procurement Manager position then please apply via this job board or alternatively you can send an up to date CV or call me on 07540750921.

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