Category Manager

4 weeks ago

Southwark, United Kingdom Reed Finance Full time

**Purpose of the post**
To aid university staff in the delivery of Best Value through professional procurement practices and processes at all stages of the procurement cycle. The post holder may be required to manage staff within the procurement team and will deputise in discreetareas ofresponsibility for the Director of Procurement Services as and when required.

**MAIN ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
- From drafting the Procurement Strategy, to undertaking the associated procedures and practices, manage delivery of specific procurement projects and areas as directed by the Head of Procurement Services.
- Lead PCSS competitions of varying complexity and value. This involves establishing the most appropriate route to market, tendering contracts above and below statutory thresholds and conducting mini-competitions under existing public sector framework agreements.
- Manage and facilitate targeted reviews with corporate and cross-functional teams to improve procurement practices.
- Manage and monitor nominated contracts, both strategically and operationally, to continually deliver value.
- Review and draft terms and conditions and provide advice on contracts.
- Manage and ensure maximum value and efficiencies from procurements and related processes, including tendering and contracting compliant with Procurement Regulations, proactive risk management, and early engagement with internal clients.
- Deliver training and guidance to ensure compliance and best procurement practice.
- Utilise and modify existing procurement tools and models, including electronic based systems, to deliver continuous improvement.
- Manage and/or support staff within the Procurement team, as directed and agreed with the Head of Procurement Services.
- Communicate and role model the standards, values, behaviours and culture of the University.

**SELECTION CRITERIA**:

- Qualified to a minimum of level 5 CIPS, and actively working towards completion of a level 6 qualification (or equivalent procurement discipline).
- Understanding of public sector procurement including a good working knowledge ofprocurement legislation.
- Proven track record of delivering value for money results for a wide range of goods,services and works at the various stages of the procurement life cycle, including fullFTS/OJEU tendering, using Public Sector Frameworksand contract management.
- Experience of defining and challenging business/customer needs and identifyingcommercial drivers for delivering increased value or improved services.
- Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders, colleagues and suppliers tomanage and influence others to achieve Procurement objectives.
- Able to develop effective relationships with stakeholders and internal customers.
- Proven track record of drafting terms, contract documents, and supporting contractmanagement activities.
- High level IT skills including Word and Excel.

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