Job Description
Procurement Manager £45,272 + Specialist Allowance £2,500 per annum for full member of CIPS. UKRI Band E Full Time Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Didcot, Oxon Open Ended
Closing date: 31st March 2025
Interviews: w/c 14th April 2025
Job Overview
UKRI Commercial is looking to build upon the past few years of growth and success and looks to develop further to ensure we continue to provide excellent commercial support to the organisation and support its continuous ambitious objectives. This is also at the time when the Procurement Act is bringing significant changes to the regulations that govern UK procurement, so it is an exciting time for UKRI Commercial! It also means that we are looking for people who may not necessarily have the level of public procurement experience we would usually look for, as we will all be learning the new Regulations together!
Responsibilities
* Undertake multiple procurement sourcing/contracting actions as required using the most appropriate route to market to deliver best value and compliance
* Provide expert procurement advice to local end-users including when procurement should be directed to the shared service centre
* Provide direction on local procurement issues as they arise, making decisions that will lead to added value for UKRI
* Involvement in local commercial assurance, planning and in-house Contract Management
About you
We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic individual who enjoys bringing their skills and experience to all procurement projects they undertake. This role will manage a highly varied mix of stakeholders, and confidence & professional credibility are vital to ensure your presence and involvement is positively felt throughout the procurement lifecycle.
Essential Skills/Qualifications/Experience
(S) Assessed at shortlisting
(I) Assessed at interview
(S&I) Assessed at both shortlisting and interview
Essential Criteria:
* Customer focused committed to an ethos of an accountable, cost effective, high quality, service delivery (S&I)
* Experience of procuring goods or services in a regulated environment (S&I)
* Demonstrable experience of managing your own procurement projects from market engagement through to contract award. (I)
* Experience of contract management (S)
* Ability to review and recommend the most appropriate procurement strategy and to provide leadership on the creation of clear and relevant tender evaluation models, alongside ability to produce high quality procurement/tender documentation. (S&I)
* Good commercial awareness (S)
* Experience of using e-sourcing applications (I)
* Ability to interpret and review procurement terms and conditions and provide expert advice on implications of non-standard terms (I)
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills at all levels (S&I)
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Benefits
We recognise and value our employees as individuals and aim to provide a favourable pay and rewards package! We are committed to supporting employees development and promote a culture of continuous learning! A list of benefits below;
* An outstanding defined benefit pension scheme
* 30 days annual leave in addition to 10.5 public and privilege days (full time equivalent)
* Employee discounts and offers on retail and leisure activities
* Employee assistance programme, providing confidential help and advice
* Flexible working options
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How to Apply
Applicants are required to provide an up-to-date CV and a cover letter outlining their suitability for the role. Further information on how to apply is listed on our careers page
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