Description Wood Process & Energy is recruiting for a Supply Chain Specialist to support within our Stockton office on a 1 year fixed term contract (maternity cover). The Role As a Supply Chain Specialist you will be responsible for the execution of specific aspects of supply chain management including expediting, procurement, subcontracts, negotiation and reporting of medium risk procurement packages/subcontracts. You will understand the client’s head contract requirements including Wood responsibilities and knowledge of how these are integrated into project supply chain strategies, plans, procedures and terms and conditions. To be successful you would have basic knowledge of commercial terms and conditions, working with more senior supply chain practitioners in order to reach a robust commercial agreement. What we can offer Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across emerging energy sectors Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid working where relevant Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion ; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market Flexible benefits package ; inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4 x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests Global connections : join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession Responsibilities Accountable for the successful delivery of all supply chain activities that they are responsible for Responsible for the end to end sourcing process (Strategy through Close Out) for the medium risk procurement/subcontract packages assigned to them Ensures all supply chain activities are carried out in accordance with the project execution plan/schedule and/or contracting strategy, within approved budgets and in line with project processes and procedures Update the project / procurement status report (PSR) in line with project / client required on site dates and current / estimate lead times, notifying any delays to the supply chain lead Attend regular PSR meetings with client, engineering and/or project management personnel to ensure dates for pre-order deliverables within their portfolio are being maintained Provides guidance, direction and support to all relevant stakeholders on both Woods and the suppliers specific contractual obligations and responsibilities Utilisation of Wood Approved Supplier Register (ASR) supplemented when required by project/client approved supplier registers for supplier evaluation, audit, and selection Carry out Supplier performance reviews and ongoing management ensuring corrective actions are taken where required Ensure that all statutory and legal requirements and procedures are complied with and all actions are fully auditable Promote safe working practices and demonstrate safety awareness at all times Understands and lives Woods vision, values and behaviours Understands and works to the Wood Financial Management Framework Capture all internal and external in year savings targets as per business plan Assist in the implementation of global/regional/country initiatives as per business plans Qualifications Educated to ISCED Level 6 (Bachelor Degree or Equivalent) in business related discipline, ideally supply chain or procurement, working towards or CIPS qualified Knowledge, skills and experience Record of skills training appropriate for job specific role Minimum of 5 years SC experience demonstrating results Broad knowledge of Suppliers, commercial Evaluations, Negotiations and Terms and Conditions of Purchase/Contract Subcontract Agreements and Framework Agreements Industry forms of Subcontract ERP systems Client contract requirements Supply Chain Principles and techniques Experience of: Commercial Evaluations, negotiations and terms and condition qualification Supplier Relationship Management Personal attributes: Excellent communication skills, written, oral and presentation Maintains a strong network both within and outside of supply chain department Positively maintain relationships with suppliers and other disciplines Planning and organisational skills