Procurement Manager

4 weeks ago

Abingdon Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Heston Wind Full time

Procurement Support Specialist - Make a Lasting Impact on UKAEA's R&D Journey

Do you thrive in an environment where your expertise shapes the success of cutting-edge projects?

UKAEA, a leading research organization for fusion energy, seeks a passionate Procurement Support Specialist to join our growing team. You'll play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional procurement support, ensuring value for money, and driving strategic initiatives across our R&D portfolio and indirect categories.

What You'll Do

  • Collaborate with Strategic Procurement Managers, Department Heads, and Service Leads to deliver high-profile and complex procurements.
  • Provide expert guidance and complete procurements adhering to European Commission regulations, public sector frameworks, and UK directives.
  • Lead major project procurement efforts, coordinating activities within deadlines to achieve milestones and targets.
  • Pre-qualify contractors, interview tenderers, assess tenders, and negotiate contracts to secure best value.
  • Manage, monitor, and control contractual progress, ensuring projects stay on track with time, cost, and quality parameters.
  • Identify opportunities for procurement process improvement and propose solutions.
  • Assist in developing and implementing effective procurement strategies for UKAEA.
  • Offer sound commercial advice to internal and senior management.
  • Foster strong relationships and negotiate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Provide procurement leadership on large and complex projects.
  • Champion compliance with all UKAEA policies and procedures.
  • Mentor and guide team members, fostering a culture of excellence within the procurement team.

What You Bring

  • MCIPS qualification (mandatory).
  • Proven experience in public sector procurement, with in-depth knowledge of over-threshold tendering procedures (PCR2015).
  • A solid understanding of various procurement categories.
  • Strategic procurement knowledge and experience.
  • Impeccable interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Top-notch negotiation skills, ideally with experience in NEC forms of Contract.
  • The ability to influence and communicate effectively at senior levels.
  • Strong teamwork abilities and a collaborative spirit.

This is your chance to make a real difference in the world of fusion energy research. If you're a procurement professional with a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence, we encourage you to apply

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