Role
Overview: As a Senior Procurement Policy Officer, you'll play a crucial role in shaping our procurement policies and practices to secure efficiency and value for money during a period of change in procurement policy, both nationally and locally. Your expertise will contribute to achieving strategic objectives, promoting best practices, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Policy Development : Collaborate with stakeholders to create and update procurement policies that align with organisational goals. Most notably this will include implementing the new Procurement Act and updating the Council's Social Value Policy.
2. Guidance and Training : Provide information and expert advice to colleagues at all level across the organisation, ensuring they understand and adhere to procurement policies.
3. Risk Management : Identify and mitigate risks related to procurement processes.
4. Contract Management : Support contract management activities, including monitoring performance and compliance.
5. Stakeholder Engagement : Engage with internal teams, suppliers, and external partners to foster positive relationships.
6. Continuous Improvement : Drive innovation and efficiency in procurement practices.
About you: We are looking for someone who can match the following profile:
7. Knowledge of public procurement regulations in a local authority environment.
8. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
9. Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
10. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
This role offers a great opportunity to make some tangible improvements within the council
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Why work with Adecco:
- 20 days annual leave + 9 days bank holiday
- Perks at work - discount vouchers and points to spend
- Support program with 24/7 helpline
- Eye care vouchers
- Competitive pension scheme
Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.