Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Hanslope, South East England, MK19 7BH About the job Job summary FCDO Services Category Lead ICT Category Lead ICT £55,970- £64,771 plus allowance of up to £7K depending on qualifications and experience Based at Hanslope Park near Milton Keynes Free shuttle bus available between central Milton Keynes and Hanslope Park At FCDO Services we protect the UKs interests at home and overseas. We design and construct secure government buildings and courier diplomatic packages worldwide, safeguard government tech and a whole lot more. Our work is as varied and vital as it gets, but we never lose sight of our people. Their skills, aspirations and growth mean as much as the global mission were on. In our world, it all matters. Behind every modern embassy or overseas project we support, theres a dedicated Procurement team here in the UK making it all happen. They strive to provide value for money supply chains in a compliant manner to support the organisation, FCDO and our wider market customers, shaping strategies for sustainable and ethical sourcing. And now, you've got the opportunity to join them. Job description Sourcing for global projects. Balancing cost with quality. Having everything you need to grow. It all matters. Shape ICT category strategy with global impact Youll head up the team procuring any technical and ICT related products or services needed across FCDO Services. It could be hardware, software, specialist equipment anything thats required to deliver the very best results for our customers. Youll support and guide the team so they can manage ICT procurement and any supplier relationships more effectively, while you collaborate closely with the wider business to shape category strategy that has impact across continents. That means understanding FCDO Services future ICT requirements and keeping an eye on the bigger picture. Youll be on the pulse of whats happening across different teams, able to manage risk and spot opportunities in the supply chain. The ultimate aim? To make sure were getting the right ICT services and products, at the right time, at the right price. Empower your team and deliver for people everywhere It goes without saying that youll be a subject matter expert across a range of technologies, including hardware infrastructure, operating systems, and networks. But were also looking for an excellent team leader: someone who inspires and empowers people and helps them go from strength to strength. Youll trust them to make procurement decisions, and youll naturally know how to best support them. Thanks to the ever-evolving nature of our work, we need someone whos practical, proactive and flexible. Calling upon your extensive ICT procurement experience, youll be able to adapt to change and make sure everything is still delivered to the highest standards. Plus, all this will be complemented by an MCIPS professional qualification, or equivalent experience and knowledge. Use excellent communication skills to help protect the UKs interests Youll have a knack for building positive relationships with stakeholders and suppliers alike, helping you to quickly establish yourself as a trusted expert. Not only that, youll confidently navigate complex projects and manage expectations around FCDO Services. Its all part of how youll uphold our customer service promise to be reliable, responsive and build relationships. This is a senior role packed with responsibility, and theres plenty to look forward to. First, theres the excellent benefits, including a Civil Service pension. Then just think of the variety day-to-day, working on unique challenges with diverse products and getting excellent training along the way. Finally, theres that sense of purpose: using your skills to maintain a business that helps protect people, information and assets all around the world. In short, its your job, bigger. Every single colleague must be security cleared before joining us. If youre successful in your application, well ask you to undergo our vetting process to achieve Security Clearance (SC) clearance. You can find out more about vetting on our website: https://www.fcdoservicescareers.co.uk/how-to-apply/ Hanslope Park based posts attract a Location Allowance of £1,750 per annum. FCDO Services are regulated by the Civil Service Commission. Person specification Essential: MCIPS qualification or equivalent experience Extensive experience of ICT procurement, contract management, managing supplier relationships, developing strategic solutions, risk management and working knowledge of Strategic Programs Knowledge of UK procurement regulations and corporate governance Strong communicating, influencing and senior management/stakeholder engagement skills Demonstrative leadership skills and ability to find solutions to complex problems in a procurement environment. Desirable: Understanding of UK and Central Government procurement systems, standards, and regulations Working experience of public sector procurement processes, including drafting, SQ and ITT documentation Experience gained in a commercial trading environment. Qualifications MCIPS qualification or equivalent experience Benefits Alongside your salary of £55,970, FCDO Services contributes £16,214 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. Benefits Include: Alpha. This is a defined benefit occupational pension scheme. As your employer we also make a substantial contribution. Partnership pension account. This is a stakeholder pension with a contribution from us. How much we pay is based on your age. We pay this regardless of whether you choose to contribute anything. You do not have to contribute but, if you do, we will also match your contributions up to 3% of your pensionable earnings. The contributions are in addition to the age-related employer contribution mentioned above. A leave allowance of 25 days per annum 9 days per annum public and privilege days Things you need to know Selection process details Shortlisting will be conducted against the Job Specific Skills, Knowledge & Experience outlined in the Role Profile. Interviews will be conducted using a mixture of Behaviours and Job Specific questions, psychometric testing, presentation or job specific exercise. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (opens in a new window). See our vetting charter (opens in a new window). People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Medical Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical. Nationality requirements Open to UK nationals only. Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window). The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window). Apply and further information This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Job contact : Name : Resourcing Email : fcdoservices.recruitmentfcdo.gov.uk Recruitment team Email : fcdoservices.recruitmentfcdo.gov.uk Apply at advertiser's site Share this page Print Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn GMail