Procurement Manager
2 weeks ago
- Salary: £51,293 (inclusive of £5,000 if fully MCIPS qualified) + excellent benefits including outstanding pension
- Division: Procurement
- Confirmed Grade: Level 5
- Department: Procurement
By 2050, the planet could be using twice as much electricity compared to today. Are you interested in contributing and helping to shape the future of the world’s energy? If so, read on.
Fusion, the process that powers the Sun and Stars, is one of the most promising options for generating the cleaner, carbon-free energy that our world badly needs.
UKAEA leads the way in realizing fusion energy, partnering with industry and research for groundbreaking advancements. Our goal is to bring fusion electricity to the grid, supported by tomorrow's power stations. In pursuit of our mission, UKAEA embraces core values: Innovative, Committed, Trusted, and Collaborative.
As an employee of UKAEA you will benefit from:
- Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme, details of which can be found at the end of this advert.
- Corporate bonus schemeup to 7% and a Relocation allowance (if eligible).
- Flexible working options including family friendly policies and the right to request flexible working from the start of your employment.
- Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders,
- Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays
- A vibrant culture committed to equality and being fully inclusive
The salary for this role is £51,293 (inclusive of £5,000 if fully MCIPS qualified).
Job DescriptionUKAEA’s pay arrangements and grading structure are currently under review as part of a transformation project and proposed multi-year pay deal. UKAEA aims to introduce a new grading structure in 2024. This will enable us to lead the delivery of sustainable fusion energy and maximise the scientific and economic benefit. Now is a great time to join the Organisation and be part of the journey.
This role requires employees to complete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) , including The Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks for criminal convictions.
The Role
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference? Join our team and contribute to the future of fusion energy. As Procurement Manager , you will play a pivotal role into provide support to Strategic Procurement Business Partner and Department Heads. Deliver procurement support across the organisation, providing advice, guidance and completion of large procurements for the growing R&D portfolio with UKAEA. Provide mentoring and development for members of the procurement team, supporting them in delivering a firstclass procurement service to the organisation. Ensuring UKAEA is compliant with UK directives for procurement in the public sector. Supporting the organisation in achievement of its own milestones and also impacting the achievement of DESNZ targets and milestones
Additional Responsibilities:
- Co-Ordination of Procurement support to enable delivery of major projects, delivering required support within the time parameters to meet project milestones and targets, collaborating with others to define the project scope taking into account Public Contracts Regulations.
- Responsible for pre-qualifying contractors and subsequent interviewing tenderers, assessing tenders and negotiation of contracts as required.
- Managing, monitoring and controlling contractual progress of projects in terms of adherence to contract terms taking into account time, cost and quality.
- Identify opportunities for improvements and propose solutions in order to contribute continuous improvement within UKAEA. Make final recommendations for the development of new solutions using analytical and constructive thinking.
- Assistance with creation, application and implementation of procurement strategies for the site-specific initiatives where appropriate.
- Understand, influence, drive and negotiate with internal and external customers, suppliers and colleagues.
- To provide procurement leadership in large or complex procurement projects.
- Experience of Public Sector Procurement and knowledge of PCR2015.
- A good technical appreciation of the range of procurement categories.
- Good procurement strategic knowledge and experience.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to negotiate at the highest levels with suppliers.
- Commercially astute and customer focused.
- Excellent negotiation skills with some understanding of NEC forms of contract.
- Process strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to influence at senior levels.
- Be a good team player with ability to work effectively as part of the Group Procurement Team.
We welcome applications from under-represented groups, particularly individuals from black and other ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and women. Our Executive team, supported by our 'Equality, Diversity and Inclusion' (EDI) Partner and Inclusion Ambassadors, actively promotes EDI and takes steps to increase diversity within our organization. We reinforce best practices in recruitment and selection and evaluate approaches to remove barriers to success.
Please note that vacancies are generally advertised for 4 weeks but may close earlier if we receive a large number of applications.
#J-18808-Ljbffr-
Software Procurement Manager
1 month ago
United Kingdom Taylor Bolam - Procurement Recruitment Specialists Full timeMy client who are a well known company based in London are looking to recruit a Senior Procurement Category Manager focusing on software, cloud, digital spend. We are looking for a highly experienced procurement professional who has got a strong track record within IT Procurement. The role will cover procurement projects across software, infrastructure,...
-
Software Procurement Manager
1 month ago
United Kingdom Taylor Bolam - Procurement Recruitment Specialists Full timeMy client who are a well known company based in London are looking to recruit a Senior Procurement Category Manager focusing on software, cloud, digital spend. We are looking for a highly experienced procurement professional who has got a strong track record within IT Procurement. The role will cover procurement projects across software, infrastructure,...
-
IT Procurement Specialist
4 weeks ago
United Kingdom Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Full timeIT Procurement Specialist Technology Procurement Buyer - £45-50K - London - Leading Law Firm - Flexible Working Join an elite Global Procurement team at a prestigious law firm in London, where you'll play a pivotal role as a Technology Procurement Buyer. This is your chance to drive strategic value, shape innovative procurement solutions, and leave a...
-
Senior Procurement Manager
1 month ago
United Kingdom Taylor Bolam - Procurement Recruitment Specialists Full timeMy client who are a well known company based in London are looking to recruit a Senior Procurement Category Manager focusing on software, cloud, digital spend. We are looking for a highly experienced procurement professional who has got a strong track record within IT Procurement. The role will cover procurement projects across software, infrastructure,...
-
Senior Procurement Manager
1 month ago
United Kingdom Taylor Bolam - Procurement Recruitment Specialists Full timeMy client who are a well known company based in London are looking to recruit a Senior Procurement Category Manager focusing on software, cloud, digital spend. We are looking for a highly experienced procurement professional who has got a strong track record within IT Procurement. The role will cover procurement projects across software, infrastructure,...
-
Procurement Buyer
1 month ago
United Kingdom Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Full timeProcurement Buyer - Technology Technology Procurement Buyer Opportunity - £45-50K - Flexible Working - London - Strategic Procurement - IT Category - Leading Law Firm An exciting opportunity awaits skilled procurement professionals in London. The esteemed in-house Global Procurement team at a leading law firm is seeking a Technology Procurement Buyer....
-
IT Procurement Specialist
4 weeks ago
United Kingdom Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Full timeIT Procurement Specialist Technology Procurement Buyer - £45-50K - London - Leading Law Firm - Flexible Working Join an elite Global Procurement team at a prestigious law firm in London, where you'll play a pivotal role as a Technology Procurement Buyer. This is your chance to drive strategic value, shape innovative procurement solutions, and leave a...
-
Interim Construction Procurement Lead
2 days ago
United Kingdom Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Full timeLocation West Midlands Sector: Procurement Job type: Interim & Contract Salary: £550 - £650 per day Contact: Jonathan Ross Contact email: jonathan.ross@butlerross.co.uk Duration: 6 Months Butler Ross are currently working on behalf of a leading utilities company to recruit an interim Construction Procurement Lead. This is a critical role in which...
-
Interim Construction Procurement Lead
2 days ago
United Kingdom Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Full timeLocation West Midlands Sector: Procurement Job type: Interim & Contract Salary: £550 - £650 per day Contact: Jonathan Ross Contact email: jonathan.ross@butlerross.co.uk Duration: 6 Months Butler Ross are currently working on behalf of a leading utilities company to recruit an interim Construction Procurement Lead. This is a critical role in which...
-
Senior Procurement
2 days ago
United Kingdom Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Full timeSector: Procurement Interim & Contract Butler Ross are currently working on behalf of a leading utilities company to recruit an interim Construction Procurement Lead. This is a critical role in which you'll take a hands on role in leading the end to end procurement process for complex, high value, high risk strategic projects for utilities...
-
Senior Procurement
2 days ago
United Kingdom Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Full timeSector: Procurement Interim & Contract Butler Ross are currently working on behalf of a leading utilities company to recruit an interim Construction Procurement Lead. This is a critical role in which you'll take a hands on role in leading the end to end procurement process for complex, high value, high risk strategic projects for utilities...
-
Procurement Manager
3 weeks ago
United Kingdom Escape Recruitment Services Full timeOur Public Sector Client is looking to appoint an ambitious and keen Public Sector Procurement Professional looking for the next step in their procurement career. The Procurement Manager will manage a small team and they will build relationships and work with key stakeholders to deliver procurement projects across a range of categories including estates,...
-
Procurement Manager
7 days ago
United Kingdom Vallum Associates Limited Full timeJob: Procurement SME Location: London/Sheffield, UK (Hybrid) Job Type: Contract Inside IR35 Job Description We are seeking a seasoned Procurement Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our dynamic team. As a Procurement SME, you will be responsible for providing expert guidance, strategic insights, and operational support to optimize our procurement...
-
Procurement Manager
1 week ago
United Kingdom Vallum Associates Full timeJob: Procurement SME Location: London/Sheffield, UK (Hybrid) Job Type: Contract Inside IR35 Job Description We are seeking a seasoned Procurement Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our dynamic team. As a Procurement SME, you will be responsible for providing expert guidance, strategic insights, and operational support to optimize our procurement...
-
Procurement Manager
1 week ago
United Kingdom Vallum Associates Full timeJob: Procurement SME Location: London/Sheffield, UK (Hybrid) Job Type: Contract Inside IR35 Job Description We are seeking a seasoned Procurement Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our dynamic team. As a Procurement SME, you will be responsible for providing expert guidance, strategic insights, and operational support to optimize our procurement...
-
Procurement Manager
4 days ago
United Kingdom ALTRAD Full timeIn this newly created role applications are eagerly sought from experienced Procurement and Commercial Management Professionals who have a demonstrable track record in leading the delivery of Procurement and Commercial Management activity across a Portfolio of complex high value Construction and Engineering Projects. As Part of a £1 Billion + Procurement...
-
Procurement Manager
5 days ago
United Kingdom ALTRAD Full timeIn this newly created role applications are eagerly sought from experienced Procurement and Commercial Management Professionals who have a demonstrable track record in leading the delivery of Procurement and Commercial Management activity across a Portfolio of complex high value Construction and Engineering Projects. As Part of a £1 Billion + Procurement...
-
Procurement Manager
5 days ago
United Kingdom Maxim Recruitment Ltd Full time €75,000Ref MAX9769 Consultant Daria Tkach Region Midlands and East Anglia Location Birmingham Salary up to GBP£75,000 plus Car allowance Job Posted 22/01/2024 Type Permanent Status Live An established multidisciplinary management consultancy in Birmingham is seeking a Procurement Manager who will carry out end to end procurement. The successful...
-
Procurement Manager
2 weeks ago
United Kingdom SCC Full timeIT Procurement Manager – Inside IR35 - £650/day – London Onsite – 4-month Contract (SCC FLEX CONTRACT) Our client is seeking a proactive, focused on results and people Procurement Manager that communicates effectively, to drive excellence in contract and procurement processes. Experience with the Microsoft Enterprise License Contract Renewal process...
-
Procurement Manager
2 weeks ago
United Kingdom SCC Full timeIT Procurement Manager – Inside IR35 - £650/day – London Onsite – 4-month Contract (SCC FLEX CONTRACT) Our client is seeking a proactive, focused on results and people Procurement Manager that communicates effectively, to drive excellence in contract and procurement processes. Experience with the Microsoft Enterprise License Contract Renewal process...
