Overview
To establish, maintain and improve the control and effectiveness of the buying function in line with Company policy and Business objectives.
Responsibilities
* Develop bid lists and complete due diligence of proposed Subcontractors for associated Tender/Procurement packages for sign-off by the Project Team and Procurement Manager.
* Develop Tender/Project Procurement Strategy in collaboration with the Project Team, identifying risk and opportunities and leveraging to obtain best value.
* Develop and manage, in collaboration with the Project Team, the Tender/Project Procurement Schedule.
* Collate Tender/Project subcontract and materials enquiries for assessment and use by Estimator/Site Management team.
* Manage the return of timely quotations, complete full best value analysis and propose recommendations in conjunction with the Project Team for approval.
* Lead package negotiations with the supply chain.
* Arrange and lead Supplier/Subcontractor meetings including mid-tender, post-tender and final negotiation meetings.
* Arrange and chair Pre-let Meeting prior to Subcontract award.
* Conduct Internal Governance checks, ensuring the correct use of documents (e.g., order templates, REQ forms).
* Chair regular Project Procurement reviews for Subcontract Packages and Materials, ensuring completeness of programme dates, tender allowances, order values and meeting notes/actions.
* Support Projects ensuring Subcontract/Supplier performance meets requirements and act as mediator to help deliver a positive outcome should a Supply Chain dispute arise.
* New Supplier/Subcontractor onboarding including all due diligence.
* Have a good knowledge of local supply chain, capacity and capability.
* Have an awareness of business objectives and internal policy and apply to Project Procurement where required.
* Work in line with HSEQS procedures and objectives.
* Manage the implementation of supply chain / supplier agreements including Mini Fwks and preferred supplier agreements.
* Work with Supply Chain to build relationships, obtain market intelligence and market innovation/product development.
* Performance management of Supply Chain including 360 reviews, lessons learned, etc.
* Ensuring and maintaining correct document management & storage.
* Represent VolkerStevin by supporting and attending Client/Supplier Workshops or Seminars.
Qualifications
* Minimum 3 years working in Procurement
* Holding or working towards a CIPS Professional Qualification
* Civil Engineering / Construction background
About VolkerStevin / VolkerWessels UK
Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group’s business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
* Option to buy additional annual leave
* Private medical care
* Pension
* Life Assurance
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
* Training and development opportunities - comprehensive skills-based training
* Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity benefits
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Mental health, physical health, and financial support
* 24/7 Virtual GP service
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