2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Full time, 18 Month Fixed Term Contract
Closing date: 28 July
Who we are:
We’re not just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals. Procurement Officer
Full time, 18 Month Fixed Term Contract
Location – Flexible
Selby/London/Ipswich
Salary £35,000 - £42,000 Depending On Experience
Closing date: 28 July
Who we are:
We’re not just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals.
You’ll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.
About the role:
As a knowledgeable Procurement Professional, with some experience in a strategic role, you’ll need to thrive in a busy commercial environment. You'll build meaningful and strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive procurement excellence at every stage of the process.
This is a fast-paced global role, which requires accuracy and working to tight deadlines. Ensuring compliance to policies and procedures will enable you to drive commercial success in your role while supporting in the delivery of the procurement strategy.
Reporting to the Procurement Manager you’ll help us
deliver our promise
and ensure successful delivery of the overall procurement team goals. Day-to-day you'll be responsible for all aspects of the Source to Contract cycle while considering risk and cost, up to a value of c.£1M annually, per procurement/project. You’ll also play a key role in supporting with the development and implementation of sourcing strategies to maximise value whilst ensuring the right level of governance is applied. The role will mainly focus on indirect categories of spend, such as Facilities Management, Logistics, Physical Security & Fleet.
You’ll help us
shape the future
by working collaboratively with our internal colleagues, and business stakeholders to ensure procure to pay processes and policies are operating effectively to drive overall best value for Drax.
Drax is committed to developing its colleagues and in this procurement role we’d be happy to support World Contracting & Commerce certification (previously IACCM) and CIPS membership.
Who we’re looking for:
You’ll have a strong understanding of end-to-end procurement processes, with excellent negotiation skills and the ability to ensure departmental policies and processes are followed.
The ability to provide prompt, efficient and personalised service to internal customers at all levels is imperative, to ensure that their needs are met, and productive relationships are built and maintained. You should also have the confidence to proactively challenge stakeholders and their requirements to drive the best outcome for Drax.
It is key that you are a self-starter with a ‘can do/will do’ attitude who has the energy, drive and commitment to make things happen and the ability to work collaboratively across teams and geographies to form alignment. The ability to identify key opportunities for Procurement support and prioritise workload effectively is essential.
If you have CIPS/Project Management qualification that's great, however if you have demonstrable experience and strong performance in a similar role we'd love to hear from you!
Rewards and benefits:
As you help us to shape the future, we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support
your lifestyle. If successful in this role you’ll get:
A discretionary bonus depending on company performance Private Healthcare SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time Personal accident cover Group personal pension plan where we’ll pay up to 10% Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional body
We’re committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come.
Together, we make it happen.
At Drax, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find out more about our approach
here.
Talk to us about flexible working!
How to apply:
Think this role’s for you? Click the ‘apply now’ button to begin your Drax journey.
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We understand that you may have some additional questions about the role. If you’d like to have a confidential chat to discuss the role in more detail, please email careers@drax.com
We reserve the right to close roles early when the particular role and / or location has had sufficient applications.
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