Are you a procurement professional looking to be part of a dynamic team? Want the opportunity to get stuck into region-shaping procurement projects?
We have recently created a new position for a Procurement Lead Officer to join the team, focussing on our Midland Metro Limited work due to theincrease of CRSTS funded projects and procurements.
Working closely with the Senior PLOs and Business Partners, youll work towards the common goal of enhancing, developing and growing the procurement function by providing a proactive and solutions-focused service across WMCA.
Please note, this is a 2 year fixed term contract with potential for a further year extension.
What you will be doing.
1. Provide innovative strategic advice and develop and implement appropriate procurement sourcing strategies.
2. Develop and maintain relationships with internal customers, key stakeholders and public, private and third sector suppliers.
3. Raise the profile of procurement through the increase of cross-functional team working and networking.
4. Management of the procurement portfolio for allocated support areas.
5. Lead on specific contract management processes alongside performance management and specific contract implementation meetings. (including grant funding processes).
6. Maintain and update contract databases, ensuring...