Description
Supply Chain Manager
Location: Cumbria
Morgan Sindall Infrastructure
Morgan Sindall Infrastructure delivers some of the UK’s most complex and critical infrastructure across six core sectors. From working on projects and long-term frameworks, we believe in connecting people, places and communities through responsible infrastructure. Our people are our business. We leverage their expertise to design and deliver safe, resilient infrastructure through innovative solutions. Morgan Sindall Infrastructure is part of Morgan Sindall Group plc, a leading UK construction and regeneration group with revenue of over £3 billion.
Job description:
As Supply Chain Manager, you will manage Subcontract Procurement process from initial stakeholder kick off meeting to contract award including and managing EOI, PQQ, and ITT process, contractor evaluation and scoring, through to contract award. Develop and maintain strategic initiatives pertaining to PPP supply chain in line with the PPP supply chain vision and supporting the project teams at Major Projects in terms of the development and implementation of strategies required to achieve the optimum results.
Responsibilities:
* To manage multidisciplinary procurement activities from conception through to completion including managing the following processes in line with PPP procedures
* Expression of Interest / Sourcing of appropriate contractors
* Pre-Qualification phase
* Invitation to Tender
* Tender Evaluation and award
* Own the segmentation of the supply chain for their area(s) or sector(s), and input to the management of the database for the PPP, working closely with colleagues across the PPP Major Projects to develop procurement and supply chain strategies for specific products and subcontract packages
* Regularly review and refresh the subcontractor supply chain to ensure it continues to meet the needs of PPP and our customers
* Input to subcontractor selection and the development of project tender lists. Lead the development of supply chain bid input / responses
* Manage post award subcontractor assessments via Sourcedogg, engaging with relevant stakeholders to ensure performance of supply chain is maintained and monitored
* Deliver work that meets project requirements, customer satisfaction and in accordance with PPP standards
* Support project delivery and ensure the Supply Chain is safe and sustainable
* Seek out innovations to differentiate and improve PPP through engagement and interaction with our supply chain
Requirements:
* The implementation of management strategies and plans required to deliver all procurements within their portfolio.
* Influence and work with clients and suppliers to ensure that the most appropriate procurement strategy and route are implemented and that procurement needs are met efficiently and cost effectively and in line with overall strategic PPP aims.
* Maintain, support and improve the quality of the Procurement Plan for assigned category/portfolio, to ensure the plan in place is accurate with robust data integrity, any changes made to the plan follow the change control process.
* Co-ordinate and oversee market research activities to build and share knowledge of the competitive market and innovative solutions/ approaches within other sectors.
* Undertake sub-category and procurement management activities, ensuring intelligent application and providing direction and coaching as required to cross functional teams in order to drive the right outcomes, while ensuring compliance with European Union (OJEU) and Public Contract Regulations and with all policies, minimum standards and governance / risk mechanisms.
* Undertake appropriate supplier relationship management strategies. Ensure all minimum standards and controls are met in line with the PPP process and that supplier contract, operational and strategic reviews are conducted, and appropriate procurement management plans are in place in order to maximise value through performance, continuous improvement and innovation.
* To partner/ collaborate with the assigned area, working as an integrated team member. Establish a full understanding of the PPP and bringing challenge through strong external insight and an understanding of what good looks like, in order to reshape thinking, optimise category strategies, and working collaboratively with the delivery teams in the sourcing of fit for purpose solutions that enhance performance and drive improvement/ innovation.
* Accountable for the quality and effectiveness of delivery as measured by an agreed balanced scorecard developed to achieve service and financial outcomes.
* Accountable for the development of self and direct reports and supporting the Supply Chain Lead in maintaining a business facing high performing team through performance management, training, coaching, mentoring and exploiting the collective knowledge of the Supply Chain function in order to meet and exceed the objectives of the team, function and PPP.
* Support and actively contribute to the creation of a continuous improvement culture that continuously challenges and reviews activities, behaviours, policies and procedures in order to capture, share and implement learnings which will deliver benefits and enable the achievement of PPP strategic goals and operational performance.
* Competent in the use of MS Office. Existing knowledge of electronic procurement systems.
* Working knowledge of NEC contracts
* Ability to choose most appropriate style of communication. Able to listen actively by hearing and interpreting with the ability to explain the effects to colleagues.
* Capacity to set goals for self and others.
* Manage others to implement effective planning, problem-solving and decision-making. Build opportunities for cooperation with others. Understand strengths and weaknesses of team members and work with them to good effect
* Rational and systematic analysis of situation to enable decisions on more varied issues
* Grow a team that is aligned with the PPP objectives. Understand the resource implications on the PPP long term vision/ plan
* Create appropriate networks of people internally and externally whilst anticipating the needs and concerns of others and understand ambition and manager expectations.
* Proactively identifies and pursues new stretching targets and opportunities. High levels of personal drive and commitment. Focuses well on personal development goals
* See potential of new ideas and situations, demonstrate sound questioning techniques to evaluate situations.
* Membership of/commitment to or studying for Chartered Institute of Purchase and Supply (CIPS) qualifications or other relevant equivalent professional qualification
* Knowledge and/ or a commitment to develop strong working knowledge of Open Journal of European Union (OJEU) and Public Contract Regulations
* Relevant experience in a procurement, supply chain or commercial role and knowledge of both subcontract and materials procurement practices and processes
* Experience of engaging with both existing and prospective suppliers and/or subcontractors; engaging and interfacing at senior management level
* Understanding of sub-contract and supplier terms and conditions and experienced in managing tenders / bids
* Management skills and experience with the ability to motivate employees to achieve high standards of compliance and to use judgement and make effective timely decisions
* Excellent organisational, planning and time management skills; able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and the ability to deliver projects to demanding deadlines
* Ability to work with senior management to set project and operational targets
* Excellent negotiation and diplomacy skills and the ability to make a sound business case to senior stakeholders
* Ability to work in a team environment contributing across multiple units or areas and to ensure standards and specifications are met
What's in it for you?
* Generous, incremental holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days
* Family friendly policies and work/life approach
* Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
* Contributory pension scheme
* Annual bonus scheme
* Recognition scheme and long service awards
* Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance
We offer a share-save scheme, discounts like cycle-to-work and gym memberships, plus support services for colleagues and their families.
The application process
Candidates must have the right to work in the UK as a UK national.
Click "Apply" to upload your CV, provide contact details, and answer a few role-specific questions. Once your application is reviewed, our Talent team will notify you of the outcome. If selected, you’ll be invited to either an in-person or virtual interview via Teams.
At Morgan Sindall, we are an equal opportunities employer and Investors in People company, committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace.
Morgan Sindall employs only those with the legal right to work in the UK. Proof of eligibility is required during the recruitment process.
Morgan Sindall Infrastructure has a commitment to sourcing candidates directly and as such we do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. Please note that any CVs submitted will be deemed as gifted to Morgan Sindall and any agency terms & conditions associated with the use of such CVs will be null and void.