Procurement and Contracts Manager

2 weeks ago


Grays, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

WE Talent are currently working with a business based in Thurrock who are looking for a Procurement and Contracts Manager.

This role is full time 37 hours a week, remote working on a Friday.

As the Procurement and Contracts manager you will ideally come from a Public Sector background. You will oversee the maintenance of the procurement system, where you will develop and implement the Procurement Strategy in-line with business.

Key duties of the role include;

* To obtain maximum value from frameworks and from the relationship with external organisations.

* Lead procurement and contracts process improvements.

* Facilitate the tendering of contracts to ensure compliance with legislation as well as financial regulations. Ensure that the required number of quotes are obtained / attached to the requisition, in order to comply with financial regulations.

* Manage and build relationships with key stakeholders.

* Supplier base management, including compliance with the Modern Slavery Act

* Providing reporting & Business Partnering to the wider business, including issuing supplier spend reports and identifying / following up on opportunities for cost savings

* To develop the Service Level Agreement for the Procurement function and monitor the performance against this.

* Preparing and ensuring internal processes are reviewed and updated to be ready for the go-live of the new procurement act

Skill/Experience Requirements:

* Experience in a similar role within the public sector is essential.

* CIPS/MCIPS would be highly advantageous.

* Sufficient knowledge and aptitude to create new procedures and working practices and develop future strategy is required.

* Knowledge of project management techniques would be advantageous.

* Excellent stakeholder management skills.

* Strong Supplier Relationship skills, with experience in contract management and writing.

* Understanding and qualified in the new procurement act 2023

The Benefits

* 30 days leave

* Local Government Pension

* Discounted on site Hair and Beauty facilities

* Free Eye test and contribution towards glasses

* Enhanced sick pay and family (subject to policy terms)

* Free On-site parking (subject to space/permits)

* Wellbeing and health support

* Cycle to work scheme

* Flu Jabs

If you have experience within procurement and are looking for a new role at the heart of a exciting business - apply now

All successful candidates are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced criminal records with Barred List check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

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