Strategic Procurement Manager
2 weeks ago
About Us
OCS UK & Ireland is a leading provider of facilities management services, delivering innovative and award-winning solutions to the public and private sectors. Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be.
This role sits within our Procurement department, which provides support services to the wider OCS Group and our front-line colleagues. Working at OCS offers an amazing opportunity to begin or expand your career in Facilities Management.
Our ambition is to become an 'Employer of choice' in our sector, and we are proud to invest in our colleague's personal and professional development. We provide opportunities to gain qualifications through funded development programmes aligned to the knowledge, skills and behaviours attached to their roles.
About the Role
The Integration Lead will report to the Head of Procurement Transformation and be responsible for providing strategic support for procurement integration processes and continuous improvement within OCS UK & Ireland. You will work closely with the procurement category team and other key stakeholders to drive and embed changes arising from acquisitions and integration activity and continuous improvement initiatives.
You will analyse multiple sources of data to identify potential synergy opportunities, ensure smooth execution of contract migrations, deliver improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and value, and lead on Hive Up activities relating to M&A and internal legal entity changes and ERP changes.
Key Responsibilities
Analyse multiple sources of data to identify potential synergy opportunitiesEnsure smooth execution of contract migrationsDeliver improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and valueLead on Hive Up activities relating to M&A and internal legal entity changes and ERP changesRequirements
We are looking for someone with previous experience working in a procurement environment, strong change management and project management skills, and experience developing or improving policies and processes. You should also have an understanding of risk and how to mitigate, as well as cross-functional leadership, collaboration, and relationship building skills.
What We Offer
Competitive salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum depending on experience
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including a contributory pension scheme, life assurance, and 25 days annual leave. We also offer opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Location
Ipswich, but willing to travel to other OCS offices as required
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