Procurement Advisor – Tyne & Wear Fire and Rescue Service
PROCUREMENT ADVISOR
£29,777 to £31,364 per annum subject to a pay award from April 2024 + benefits
About the role
We are seeking to fill an upcoming vacancy for the role of Procurement Advisor.
Under the guidance of the Procurement Services Manager, to undertake the support and delivery of Procurement duties within the function in line with Public Contract Regulations which contribute to the provision of an excellent service, whilst ensuring the effective use of resources.
Reporting directly to the Procurement Services Manager you will be responsible for the identification, generation, release and management of tender opportunities in line with the Public contract regulations via an e Procurement portal.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a firm commitment to inclusivity, fairness, dignity and the highest standards of ethical behaviours and champion these in their day to day work in compliance with our ethical code of conduct.
As the Procurement Advisor you will:
1. Procure goods, services and works on behalf of the Service in accordance with Procurement Regulations and the Fire and Rescue Authority’s Standing Orders, Financial Regulations and Policies.
2. Liaise with stakeholders and external organisations to develop robust specifications for inclusion in tenders.
3. Be responsible for the effective management of contracts to deliver optimum supplier performance.
4. Work in support of National and Regional Fire Service procurement activities.
5. Provide specialist procurement advice, guidance and support where necessary to Service personnel.
6. Review progress of contracts periodically and undertake appropriate supplier relationship management activities.
7. Ensure that procurement processes are cost effective and achieve best value.
8. Organise and manage goods, services and works contracts for the service.
9. Support in the performance management of Procurement activity.
10. Support in the development and implementation of regional Fire Service procurement solutions to deliver significant improvements in processes and costs.
11. Participate in local and regional procurement task groups as appropriate.
12. Support with the disposal of goods found to be obsolete or in excess of requirements in accordance with the Authority’s Financial Regulations.
13. Assist in the monitoring and review of revenue and capital budgets as appropriate.
14. Prepare and submit reports as required.
15. Deputise for the Procurement Services Manager when required.
We are seeking a candidate who has demonstrable experience of:
1. Understanding of the public contract regulations.
2. Effective management of contracts to deliver optimum supplier performance.
3. Experience of engaging with stakeholders internal and external.
The Selection Process
This is a multi-stage assessment process; successful candidates will be progressed to subsequent stages, all candidates will be notified of their outcomes following participation in a given assessment stage.
Interested in applying?
Further details can be found in the accompanying job description and person specification. You are required to submit a supporting statement of no more than 1000 words which should demonstrate how you meet the criteria stated on the person specification and job description.
Please submit your supporting statement and equal opportunities monitoring form by no later than 12 noon on 26th Sept 2024.
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