Procurement Specialist

4 weeks ago

Cramlington, Northumberland, United Kingdom Merit Full time
Job Description

Merit is a leading offsite construction and digital manufacturer, specialising in the design, manufacture and build of high-quality facilities for various sectors.

Our mission is to transform the construction industry into a more productive and efficient sector. By completing projects in a third of the time compared to traditional methods, we offer significant time and cost savings to our clients.

We are seeking a skilled Procurement Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with embedded partners, compiling enquiry information, and completing due diligence on subcontractors.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of NEC and JCT contracts, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to multi-task. They will also have a proven track record of delivering a diversity of requirements, seeking the best value for money, and fostering excellent relations with internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Building and maintaining relationships with embedded partners
  • Compiling enquiry information from drawings, specifications and Merit documentation
  • Completing due diligence on subcontractors, including CHAS, Insurances and H&S Policy
  • Leading subcontractor negotiations, including Terms and Conditions and Best Value for Money
  • Completing adjudication of all quotations received for work packages
  • Compiling NEC or JCT pass down contracts from the Client contract to the subcontractor
  • Completing Purchase Orders on Netsuite
  • Compiling all required Collateral Warranties from subcontractors
  • Liaising with staff in other departments, including Finance, Quality, Design Coordination, and BIM
  • Providing and sending out information and reports when needed

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Strong understanding of NEC and JCT contracts
  • CIPS Level 4 or Level 5
  • Excellent organisational skills and ability to multi-task
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Knowledge of Modular Building would be advantageous
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage changing priorities
  • Attention to detail and ability to track costs accurately
  • Problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to challenge

Key Competencies:

  • Organised: Able to manage multiple projects and subcontractors simultaneously
  • Cost-Conscious: Always seeking the best value for money
  • Proactive: Researching and suggesting improvements to subcontractor procurement, policies and systems
  • Team-Oriented: Foster excellent relations with all internal and external stakeholders
  • Detail-Oriented: Ensuring all paperwork and documentation is accurate and timely

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