Procurement and Supply Chain Specialist

3 weeks ago


Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton, United Kingdom Rubicon Consulting Full time

Job Title: Procurement and Supply Chain Specialist

Job Summary:

The Procurement and Supply Chain Specialist will be responsible for managing procurement and purchasing activities, including the management of suppliers within designated projects. This role requires a strong understanding of supply chain management, contract negotiation, and project management principles to ensure that procurement strategies support overall project goals and organisational objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Work with Engineering to mutually agree on appropriate material specifications and confirm that material will be sourced to a reasonable time and cost.
  • Identify critical/safety related long lead items and determine sufficient early supplier engagement to minimise downstream risks.
  • Manage subcontractor/supplier contract lifecycle, expediting with regular reviews with the supply chain, updating and reporting from the project procurement plan.
  • Manage variations and change control with subcontractor/supplier contracts in line with head contract and in agreement with the Projects and Commercial Manager.
  • Work in a team environment with Projects and Quality Department in managing the supply chain, including management/close out of non-conformance reports.
  • Monitor and review the trending of technical queries (TQs) on a bi-weekly basis to verify reduction in TQs and report to Supply Chain Development Manager.
  • Part of the Make v Buy Team, supporting the analysis of Make v Buy costing data.
  • Assess, manage and mitigate subcontractor/supplier risks that could contribute to supply chain disruptions.
  • Regular reporting to the Project Manager on the performance of the subcontractors and/or suppliers.
  • Support, challenge, and advise all stakeholders, ensuring that the best commercial outcomes are delivered in line with the project.
  • Monitor procedural controls and adherence to policies with all colleagues in order to deliver compliant service within risk parameters and benchmarking standards for customers.
  • Ensure that decisions and recommendations are based on data, benchmarking and relevant consultation.
  • Foster strong supplier relationships that lead to long-term partnerships and continuous improvement.
  • Support to tenders as and when required, engaging with supply chain through early supplier/partner engagement in a formal tendering process ensuring on time and high quality responses for bid input.
  • Work with wider procurement team to develop and execute Continuous Improvement activities.

Requirements:

  • Knowledge of project life cycles, timelines, budgets, and how procurement integrates with overall project delivery.
  • Industry-specific knowledge not necessarily required, but a good understanding on materials, products, or services commonly procured in an Energy or Construction industry would be ideal.
  • Familiarity with contract terms, conditions, and legal requirements for procurement, with the ability to negotiate favourable agreements.
  • Experience in NEC3/NCE4 form of contract ideal.
  • Competence in managing supplier relationships, including evaluating supplier performance, managing contracts, and mitigating risks.
  • At least 3 to 5 years in a purchasing position managing suppliers, ideally within a project-based environment.
  • IT Literate with a good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.


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