Its the next big construction project...it is Sizewell C
Are you a re construction Procurement Manager who wants to work on the biggest and best projects? Then we have the opportunity for you.
Do you feel like you are ready to tackle a large value project from pre-construction through to completion? Do you pride yourself in offering a high level, best in class procurement service? Then don't miss out on joining this rarely available opportunity to join a mega project.
With a blank canvass you will be instrumental in developing procurement strategies, policies and processes. You will draw on your supply chain management skills to enhance the way we work together and deliver a collaborative relationship.
As a Procurement Manager you will work on the procurement strategy with the Senior Procurement Manager. You will be responsible for the delivery of project procurement objectives and requirements. Are you interested in supporting the procurement and estimating team with tendering, market analysis and supplier selection? If the answer is yes check out the duties below.
Duties include:
* To provide market intelligence / cost advice / supply chain performance management and feedback
* To support a team of procurement professionals, including training & development; staff appraisals; retention & reward; and recruitment to provide an effective procurement service for the project.
* To be responsible and accountable for the procurement process of subcontractors, materials, plant and services, in accordance with the project procurement strategy and project commitments.
* To be accountable for the provision of management information and reports in accordance with project requirements.
* Develop professional, robust and effective working relationships with suppliers, sub-contractors and service providers, who will provide best value to the project.
Essential skills and experience:
* Negotiation skills
* Legal & contracting law
* Supplier relationship management
* Risk & opportunity management
* Project procurement strategy
* Supply chain planning
* Experience of working within the construction industry or similar and demonstrated knowledge of the interfaces and relationships that exist.
* Demonstrates the ability to manage, plan and structure operational procurement resources of mixed experience and capability.
* Good communication skills (verbal & written).
* Delivering robust procurement strategies.
* A measured approach to decision making and the ability to ensure best value procurement.
* Ability to focus on the targets and work well under pressure with tight deadlines.
* Has delivered demonstrable added value through their procurement activity.
Experience of CIPS or working towards CIPS is desirable (Or chartership in another discipline CIOB or RICS). We are also considering relevant in job experience. We are considering candidates who are able to get to our project offices in Suffolk IP16 or from Dartford, Manchester or Bridgwater with 2-3 days a week in Suffolk.