Procurement Manager
I am seeking a Procurement Manager with experience in Structures in Dartford to help deliver the upgrades on the building and construction elements of an infrastructure project. This is a permanent role, with a salary that depends on experience plus a car allowance.
Role Purpose
Under the leadership of a senior member of the procurement team, lead/support a project/business unit best-in-class procurement service, engaging with the supply chain on a vertical basis to deliver an enhanced level of value to each project/business unit and a tangible contribution to the business in its pursuit to exceed the expectations of its clients and stakeholders.
Key Deliverables & Accountabilities
1. Implement procurement plans as directed by the pillar procurement leader/senior procurement lead.
2. Be a member of both the project or business unit team, responsible for the delivery of Business Procurement objectives and requirements.
3. Provision and implementation of Project Procurement/Supply Chain/Category specific/strategic trades.
4. Provide market intelligence, cost advice, and supply chain performance management and feedback to Central Procurement and Work Winning.
5. Support a team of procurement professionals, including training & development; staff appraisals; retention & reward; and recruitment to provide an effective procurement service for the business.
6. Be responsible and accountable for the procurement process of subcontractors, materials, plant, and services, in accordance with the Project Procurement Strategy and Values.
7. Champion in-house opportunities through DfMA and self-delivery.
8. Provide an ethical and consistent approach to the procurement of goods and services, ensuring compliance with corporate governance and procurement best practices throughout the process to meet current legislation.
9. Monitor markets and, where appropriate, provide alternative procurement strategies to maximize opportunities or minimize risk.
10. Be accountable for the provision of management information and reports in accordance with business requirements.
11. Champion innovation and put forward new and/or alternative methods, materials, products, and systems that will increase competitive advantage and cost-effective solutions.
12. Support and input as necessary regarding procurement activities reporting into project/Business Plan Review (BPR) and general meetings, as required.
13. Develop knowledge of the requirements of the market required to support bids, live projects, and business unit needs within your role.
14. Contribute to managing and monitoring the supply chain performance for the business unit throughout the project life cycle.
15. Develop professional, robust, and effective working relationships with suppliers, sub-contractors, and service providers who are committed and aligned to values and will provide best value to support as a Contractor of first choice.
Technical Capabilities
1. Negotiation
2. Legal & contracting
3. Supply base management
4. Risk & opportunity management
5. Project Procurement Strategy
6. Procurement Practice
7. Supply chain planning & logistics
8. Product knowledge
9. Project Management
10. HSE
11. Design for Manufacture & Assembly (DfMA)
12. Digital engineering
13. Commercial & business acumen
14. Client & stakeholder management
15. People management
16. Social Sustainability
Qualifications Desired
1. Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (MCIPS) or chartership with another construction-focused Institute (i.e. CIOB or RICS).
2. Industry qualification obtained - Diploma Level 4, or HNC in Building Studies, or Degree qualification.
Attributes Experience
1. Experience of working within the construction industry and demonstrated knowledge of the interfaces and relationships that exist.
2. Demonstrates the ability to manage, plan, and structure operational procurement resources of mixed experience and capability.
3. Good communication skills (verbal & written).
4. Experience of providing support to work winning.
5. Delivering procurement strategies.
6. Demonstrated product/sector knowledge.
7. Has delivered demonstrable added value through their procurement activity.
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