Are you a Senior Procurement Officer looking to join a dynamic organisation at an extremely exciting time in their development? If so, this job may be for you. Read now to find out! The successful candidate will focus on the delivery of various contracts for the Corporate & Communities directorate. Help develop and implement innovative approaches to supply arrangements that minimise costs and commercial risk, and deliver cashable savings, whilst at the same time enhancing the services the council provides through added social value. Key Responsibilities but not limited to:
* Managing the procurement process for high value/ risk contracts/ procurements.
* Liaising with internal stakeholders to establish procurement requirements.
* Conducting market research and producing analysis.
* Managing end to end tendering process.
* Leading on the preparations of the tender documentation.
* Liaising with suppliers and drafting contract documentation.
* Providing advice and support regarding the governance process within the context of the organsation's Contract regulations and Public procurement legislation.
* Supporting learning and development of the commissioning community in Kingston.
Personal Requirements:
* Demonstrate experience in procurement which has covered the end to end tendering process.
* Experience ideally be from the public sector.
* Politically astute and able to build high levels of credibility.
* Desirable if completed or be working towards a degree or relevant professional qualification, preferably Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS).
* Good knowledge of commissioning and procurement best practice.
Working Hours:Full time, Hybrid Working. Pay:£41,793.00 - £46,857.00 + Benefits.
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