H9 Technical Recruitment are hiring for a Senior Procurement Advisor to work at our client's EfW head office in Doncaster. The role is responsible for assisting the Procurement Manager in the development and implementation of procurement policy and procedures, providing procurement advice across the business, ensuring the health and safety of staff, approved suppliers/contractors, minimizing impact to the environment, and achieving expectations in terms of service and quality.
Role and Responsibilities:
1. Manage the procurement of a variety of commodities, services, and projects, including management of the supplier base and appropriate contracts/terms and conditions.
2. Identify opportunities to effect common purchasing, secure synergies, and create value through procurement initiatives.
3. Management of strategic procurement projects/initiatives.
4. Management of personnel under their authority and ensure that each employee knows his/her responsibility and is equipped to play their part.
5. Assist in the development of procurement policies and procedures.
6. Manage compliance/non-compliance of group-wide policies and procedures.
7. Provide support, advice, and training to business managers in respect of all procurement activities.
Education and Experience:
1. Minimum 3 years' experience in procurement and contract management.
2. Experience of purchasing commodities, services, and capital projects.
3. Proficient in the use of MS Office suite, particularly MS Excel.
4. CIPS qualification desirable.
5. Current knowledge of best practices in Procurement.
6. Able to work collaboratively and offer advice and support at all levels within an organization.
7. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
8. Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
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