Procurement and Supply Chain Director

1 month ago


Maidstone, United Kingdom BJF Group Full time
Company Description
Do you want to join a rapidly expanding, forward thinking and agile organisation that provides an opportunity to grow together? If you have ambitions to play a key part in driving our business forwards, then we want you to join us at an exciting time of development and growth to realise your full potential.
Here at BJF Group, we have a fantastic opportunity to join our exciting and expanding construction biased business, where YOU can help support the Group as Procurement & Supply Chain Director.
As our first Procurement & Supply Chain Director, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth functioning of BJF Group’s supply chain and procurement processes. Overseeing the entire supply chain operations, leading on procurement, logistics and inventory management to ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness whilst maximising value.
This appointment will also see you developing and implementing strategies that align with our goals and market demands, including sustainability initiatives and risk management plans.
The ideal candidate will have Substantial operational procurement experience within the Construction, Building Services or FM sector, strong commercial negotiation skills, have a deep understanding of supply chain management principles with a focus on excellent communication skills and strong leadership qualities.
Position
·Develop initiatives that maximise benefits from emerging technologies to include: Enhancing Procurement Analytics with Power BI.
Coach and lead the purchasing team and organisation in your area of expertise
Develop and drive commodity business strategy.
Provide strategic supply base management including supplier selection, negotiations, and supplier relationship/performance management.
Drive continuous improvement in indirect material procurement and contracting·Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimize cost savings and operational efficiency.
·Identify and evaluate potential vendors and suppliers based on quality, price, and reliability.
·Negotiate contracts and agreements with vendors to secure favourable terms and conditions.
·Oversee the procurement process, including requisition, sourcing, purchasing, and delivery.
·Monitor supplier performance and resolve any issues or disputes that may arise.
·Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement needs and requirements.
·Stay abreast of market trends, economic factors, and regulatory changes that may impact procurement.
·Lead and mentor the procurement team, providing guidance and support to achieve departmental goals
·Understand your responsibility for the health, safety and wellbeing of your team and the wider group, whilst promoting a positive health and safety culture throughout.
·Promote and live BJF TEAMS values
Requirements
·Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply
·(MCIPS) Professional Diploma in Purchasing & Supply (Level 6) or equivalent experience
·Proficiency in procurement software and tools
·Experience of single and 2 stage procurement routes from setting project specific procurement strategy to final draft of subcontract documents
·Commercial Negotiation scope, price, payment terms and conditions of purchase or sub-contract
·Knowledge of contract law and vendor management
·Excellent analytical abilities & strong negotiation skills
·Strategic thinking and decision-making abilities
What will make you stand out from the crowd:
·Experience of utilising Power BI for enhancing Procurement analytics
·Complementary experience relating to design, work winning (estimating) and Construction project life cycles is desired but not essential.
Other information
·Competitive Salary plus Car Allowance
·Annual Leave Entitlement: 33 days per annum (inclusive of bank holidays)
·Group Pension Scheme: Provided by Royal London to save for your future.
·Private Medical Scheme: employer funded PMI scheme currently with Axa.
·Death in Service Scheme: Insured to 3 x basic salary
·Company Funded Health Cash Plan: helping you spread the cost of essential healthcare like, trips to the dentist.
·Remote GP Access: speedy access to a GP by telephone or online plus electronic prescriptions
·24/7 EAP Service: free advice, counselling and support for you and your family whenever you need it.
·Discounted Gym Membership at more than 3,000 gyms across the UK.
·Discount Retail Scheme: save on flights, hotels, cinema tickets, shopping and lots more.
·Free Eyesight test: Specsavers
·Better BJF Initiative: wellbeing and mental health champions readily available at work.
·Employee Referral Scheme: recommend a personal connection to us and claim a cash reward for their successful hire.
At BJF we look for people who seek:
·A career that will challenge and motivate
·A flexible, supportive, and caring environment
·The opportunity to progress, make key decisions and own their future
·A high level of variety in day-to-day work life
TEAMS Values by BJF Group
Trusted Open, honest and transparent
Excellent The best in everything we do
Agile At the forefront of change
Motivated Driven to continuously improve together
Safe Supportive of everyone’s wellbeing
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We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical beliefs; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.
Awarded Kent's Best Medium Business for 2023 at the Kent Business Awards.
Awarded Silver Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme (2022)
Awarded ‘Management Team of the Year’ at the Surrey Kent Sussex (SKS(Apply online only) Awards (2022)
Finalists of the Southeast Construction Awards in the Best Construction Project and Best Construction Contractor categories. (2021)

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