Senior Procurement Lead Officer

2 weeks ago

Birmingham, United Kingdom West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) Full time

Are you a procurement professional looking to be part of a dynamic team? Want the opportunity to get stuck into region-shaping procurement projects?
We have recently created a new position for a Procurement Lead Officer to join the team, focussing on our Midland Metro Limited work due to theincrease of CRSTS funded projects and procurements.
Working closely with the Senior PLOs and Business Partners, youll work towards the common goal of enhancing, developing and growing the procurement function by providing a proactive and solutions-focused service across WMCA.
Please note, this is a 2 year fixed term contract with potential for a further year extension.
Provide innovative strategic advice and develop and implement appropriate procurement sourcing strategies.
Develop and maintain relationships with internal customers, key stakeholders and public, private and third sector suppliers.
Raise the profile of procurement through the increase of cross-functional team working and networking.
Management of the procurement portfolio for allocated support areas.
Lead on specific contract management processes alongside performance management and specific contract implementation meetings. (Maintain and update contract databases, ensuring KPIs are measured along with other performance management tools.
Proven experience of purchasing alongside the ability to develop procurement strategies.
Previous experience of working with Public Sector procurement regulations.
On clicking apply for this job , you will be prompted to register for an account, which you can do using your name and email address. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that means you might require changes to the application or recruitment process (for example, you might need to submit your application in a different format), please get in touch with our Recruitment Team. This approach allows for potential year-on-year salary increases, offering progression and appropriate rewards to employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes a Local Government Pension Scheme (one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK), 28 days paid annual leave (plus an option to purchase more), ethical saving options and healthcare plans , paid volunteering days, free financing for the latest technology , discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers, and more. Hybrid working and location. We believe hybrid working is the best way for our organisation to fulfil our commitment to a modern, agile workplace while continuing to provide a great service to our customers. Hybrid working means having flexibility between working in the office and at home on agreed days, where a role allows.
The location for this role is 16 Summer Lane, Birmingham, B19 3SD. It is expected that you can split your time between the office and working remotely, with at least 2 days a week spent in the office. We are dedicated to creating a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace that reflects the communities of the West Midlands region. We believe that building a team with varied backgrounds and experiences will benefit us as an employer and enhance our work.
WMCA holds diversity accreditations, such as the RACE Code Quality Mark, Armed Forces Covenant (Gold status) and has been recognised as one of the Inclusive Top 50 Employers and The Times Top 50 Employers for Women. Were a Disability Confident Employer with Leader status, committed to interviewing applicants with disabilities who meet all the essential role criteria.
We gladly consider part-time, flexible, and job share arrangements, so please don't let these factors deter you from applying. Right to Work in the UK WMCA has a legal responsibility to ensure that all its employees have the legal right to work in the UK.

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