To provide support with a range of procurement activity across the UK business. 

To develop the Company’s procurement policies and practices 

 

Main responsibilities 

Provision of commercial advice and management of a range of procurement activity in the UK with a long-term view of providing a centralised procurement function. 

Develop and deliver a Procurement Strategy across the UK business to deliver the target benefits and financial savings 

Based on the Strategy, develop and agree an annual procurement plan for the UK and agree what buying activity will be managed centrally and what will be managed locally. 

Develop a savings reporting mechanism with Finance which is understood and accepted by the user departments; produce regular reports on performance and provide comprehensive management information and in-depth analysis when requested including spend analysis, savings secured and potential savings for forecast and budgets 

Establish new processes and systems for effective procurement across the Company 

Controlling the procurement budget and promoting a culture of long-term saving within the team 

Take a lead role in optimising the use of Dimensions regarding all purchasing activity 

Provide specialist advice, guidance and service on leading procurement practice to all departments; lead in the identification, assessment and management of potential risks associated with differing sourcing strategies. 

Define and manage key supplier relationships to deliver breakthrough performance in cost, service and quality, including technical input to negotiations and negotiation and management of third-party service provider 

 

Experience, knowledge and qualifications required 

Good education (preferably to HNC/Degree Level) 

Specialist Procurement qualification (MCIPS or equivalent) 

Previous experience in a similar procurement role within engineering services or the construction industry 

Strong experience in establishing and maintaining relationships with major suppliers. 

Experience developing a procurement function and supplier management strategies 

In depth understanding of relevant regulatory and legislative issues. 

In depth knowledge of key procurement processes and procedures. 

Proven experience of meeting the procurement needs of internal customers 

 

Personal characteristics required 

Excellent skills in managing deadlines and priorities. 

Excellent planning and management skills, (work planning and resources). 

Strategic planning capability. 

Communicates effectively at the highest levels internally and externally. 

Excellent negotiating and influencing skills. 

Excellent networking skills internally and externally. 

Excellent problem solving and innovation capability. 

 

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