Senior Consultant (Finance and Procurement) at James Andrews Solutions Ltd.
We are currently working in partnership with a Local Authority who are looking to bring a Senior Procurement Officer into the team on a 6 – 9 month contract.
This will be a full-time position based in Swindon, with hybrid working (2 days on site) and a daily rate of £500 via an Umbrella company.
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience of senior level procurement activity, be CIPS qualified, and have undertaken certification in the Procurement Act 2023.
The purpose of the role is to manage a re-procurement of a managed stores contract and may involve complex pieces of procurement including possible frameworks.
Duties will include (but are not limited to):
* Ensuring that all spend on works, goods and services made by the service area deliver best value for local residents and enhances the service and reputation of the Council whilst ensuring a culture of operational excellence.
* Looking at innovative ways of working and the implementation of innovative procurement practices, policies, and procedures that meet current best practice maximizing the potential of e-procurement to achieve optimal value, efficiency, and cost reduction.
* Leading and managing the procurement tendering processes on behalf of the service area utilizing the compliant tools and systems as prescribed by current procurement policy and guidelines. This includes all aspects of the end-to-end process from commissioning through to contract management and financial monitoring following contract award.
* Developing the most effective sourcing option for consideration by the designated service area commissioner for specific procurements which align with procurement strategies and corporate priorities. Such options may include the use of single contracts, frameworks, and/or dynamic purchasing systems where appropriate.
* Undertake analysis relating to planned procurement activities including soft market testing, benchmarking, and/or other market engagement activities. This also includes assisting with the production of any data, report, or other statistical returns as may be required by any internal or government departments.
Skills, knowledge, and expertise required:
* CIPS Qualified
* Certification in the Procurement Act 2023
* Experience in a project of a similar scale
Working hours:
* Travel required to Swindon at least two days per week; this requirement may increase throughout the contract and consecutive days cannot be guaranteed.
Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.
James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries
Staffing and Recruiting
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