The Woodland Trust is looking for a Tree Procurement Officer to support and maintain our tree procurement processes and needs.
The Role
* Support in maintaining and developing growing contracts.
* Fulfil stock requirements, advise stock users and requisitioners as needed and support to monitor and evaluate stock capacity against objectives and targets.
* Support with supplier audits, liaising with nurseries to maintain compliance with audit actions.
* Support internal buyers with procurement activities such as drafting and administration of tenders and associated sourcing processes.
* Ensure stakeholders are informed and kept up to date on the Trusts expectations in relation to biosecurity, quality assurance standards, guidelines in relation to tree health and Forest Reproductive Material.
* Maintain accurate systems and records to ensure we operate in a consistent and transparent manner.
* This is a hybrid position with a mix of home working, and from our head office in Grantham, Lincolnshire. Head office attendance would be required no more than once a month on average.
* This role is advertised as full-time/part-time, 37.5 hours per week, however we would consider applications from those wanting reduced hours.
The Candidate
* Experience in procurement practices with the ability to ensure adherence and up to date practice.
* Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work across departments.
* Experience working with key software systems, managing orders and inventory.
* Knowledge of Microsoft Office, in particular strong capabilities within Excel.
* Strong communication skills to help maintain and support stakeholder relationships.
* Experience negotiating contracts with vendors whilst maintain strong relationships.
* Knowledge of the basic steps of the procurement cycle.
Benefits and Wellbeing
* Enhanced Employer Pension
* Life Assurance
* Flexible & Hybrid Working Options
* Generous Annual Leave - 25 Days Plus Bank Holidays (pro rata’d for part-time)
* Buy and Sell Holiday Scheme
* Enhanced Parental Pay
* Employee Assistance Programme
About Us
The Woodland Trust is the UK’s largest woodland conservation charity. We want to see a world where trees and woods thrive for people and nature. The Trust engages and inspires people to make their difference tackling the nature and climate crisis helping protect, restore and create our vital woods and trees.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
To achieve our vision of a world where woods and trees thrive for people and nature, we need to better reflect society and the communities we work in. All people, no matter their background, identity, ability, or circumstance, should benefit from trees.
People of colour and disabled people are currently under-represented across the environment and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we particularly encourage you to apply.
Please contact us to discuss any additional support or adjustments you may need to complete your application.
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