Procurement Manager (Onshore Civils Package) required for a major offshore wind developer based in England
Responsibilities
* Work within the procurement function for the project as a member of the Procurement Team, reporting to the Senior Procurement Manager.
* Responsible for providing a comprehensive procurement service in support of project development activities within a major offshore wind farm project.
* Development of the Procurement Strategy for the Onshore civil enabling works for the onshore export cable.
* Identification and selection of suppliers to be invited to submit responses to Calls for Tender (CfT), Expressions of Interest (EoI) and Requests for Information.
* Developing the evaluation matrix and managing the procurement process from receipt of the bids through down selection and recommendations to award in accordance with best-value and approved procedures.
* Following Financial Close Contract Management responsibility for the contracts that have been negotiated including:
* Working closely with the Contract owner to ensure the delivery of the works in accordance with the Contract;
* Seeking internal approval and managing Variation Orders / issuing Work Orders for changes to scopes of work;
* Drafting and responding to contractual communications to be issued to contractors;
* Processing Payment Applications and managing Value of Work Done;
* Maintaining contractual registers.
Requirements
* Knowledge of and a proven track record in managing procurement activities from identification of requirements through to contract award. Preferably with knowledge and experience in the offshore wind market but this is not essential.
* Experience of developing procurement strategies, developing Calls for Tender, managing the evaluation process and negotiation phases through to contract award.
* Experience of managing re-measure contracts and packages with HDD scopes of work.
* Ability to build effective relationships and be a team player at all levels both within the project and with suppliers.
* Proven ability to communicate at all levels both written and verbally.
* A strong results focus supported by relevant commercial skills and knowledge required to deliver value to the project.
* A proven ability to conduct successful commercial negotiations with suppliers.
* Knowledge of relevant procurement processes and procedures.
* Contract Management experience
* Ability to work under pressure to tight timescales.