Procurement Specialist - Public Sector

In this role you will be a key member of a public sector procurement team.

You will ideally have: -

• A qualification in Public Procurement with a min of 3 years' exp. in Public Procurement.
• Experience in tendering in the utilities sector, under EU directive, 2014/25/EU desirable.
• Responsible for RFXs and contract management of goods & services for company.
• Experience in tendering procedures, such as Frameworks, Qualification systems, Dynamic Purchasing Systems, Competitive Dialogue and Negotiated procedures
• Procurement and sourcing, negotiation; strategic selection of goods and services needed

Role/Considerations:

• Ensure best practice procurement which is compliant
• Run tender process in line with EU Directives
• Negotiate with suppliers to achieve value for money through tendering
• Ensure timely and efficient awarding of contracts
• Run RFQs and liaise with relevant stakeholders
• Responsibility for review and management of contracts

Develop contract management plan for contracts

• Manage & maintain relationships with suppliers and end users
• Ensure terms and conditions of contracts are adhered to
• Track actual spends versus budget and actual spend
• Develop relevant KPIs for analysis of costs and supplier performance
• Periodic review costs accurate for period
• Consider automation of processes, where possible

Skills & Knowledge required for this role:

• Qualification in Public Procurement would be excellent
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in Public Procurement
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage many RFXs at once
• Desired knowledge & hands-on usage of SAP and Coupa welcomed
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Good communication and time management skills
• Good business awareness

Please do not apply for this role if you have never worked within a public sector or semi-state procurement department before.

A competitive salary is available and the chance to work with a great team. On site parking, a gym; canteen and good choice of social activities are a available.

Nicola Reid​

Director ‑ Supply Chain & Procurement