Good Afternoon,
I am currently representing Slough Council, who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 3-6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate of £190.24 per day which is negotiable dependent upon experience.
We are looking for a Procurement Officer this role will be: SL1 2EJ (Hybrid)
The right candidate will:
* Providing professional advice and guidance to the environmental services team on all areas of procurement and contract management, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements to achieve best value and best practice.
* To fully support the procurement activities of all service areas, taking the lead on the acquisition and disposition of goods and services, assisting service areas in the development of specifications and conducting competitive procurement programmes.
* Ensure cost, quality and delivery of services on contracts is achieved to maximize value for money and continuous improvement
* Help develop and implement procurement strategies, leading on high value, complex procurement projects.
* Maintain relationships with the supply chain to obtain the most competitive pricing combined with security of supply / service, considering quality, whole life costing and risk profile.
We require the following:
* Management qualification – degree level + post graduate qualifications or vocational equivalent. CIPS qualification at level 3 or above or Certificate in Public Procurement.
* Experience in producing procurement documentation to deliver successful outcomes through good process management.
* Willingness to train and develop as part of Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
* Significant and demonstrable experience of managing a large portfolio of contracts and commercial relationships.
* Demonstrable successful management experience in a large, complex, multi-service organisation, managing across technical or professional areas.
* Experience of financial and budgetary management with the ability to formulate financial strategies that provide value for money.
* Proven track record of embracing digital approaches and new ways of working to achieve quantifiable efficiencies and improved ways of working.
To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)
If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.
IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.
Look forward to speaking with you soon