Overview
Tasks An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Procurement Manager to join the Power Infrastructure team at STRABAG UK, delivering critical infrastructure projects across the transmission and distribution sector. Working at the forefront of the energy transition, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of large-scale power networks that enable reliable, resilient, and low-carbon electricity systems.
Responsibilities
* Reporting to the Senior Procurement Manager or, on smaller projects, the Project Commercial lead, and responsible for the delivery of the specified procurement packages, both key and routine. Also, a functional reporting line to the Group Procurement and Supply Chain Director. Ensuring group processes are always followed.
* On major projects aid the Senior Procurement Manager and Head of Procurement, supporting purchasing policy, strategy and planning.
* On all other projects assist in delivering the procurement project strategy.
* Managing & controlling the procurement of packages or project sectors/areas on the project; package purchasing prioritisation and management.
* Lead and attend meetings related to the procurement function with both internal and external parties including the Client, Professional Team and End User.
* Review the Main Contract conditions and develop the subcontract agreements to satisfy these. Agree this with the commercial lead.
* Managing the procurement of specific infrastructure packages, working with the different stakeholders within the business to ensure best value procurement and contractual adherence.
* Carry out nominated subcontract procurement, including assessment of technical, commercial, contractual and delivery requirements. Use the expertise of supporting functions to reach the correct decision.
* Have a good basic knowledge of the relevant forms of subcontract, mostly NEC (our predominant form of contract), but other contracts will be required. Review the capability of your reports and arrange training where required. Understand the Main Contract and how we procure in compliance with this.
* Managing your reports including training, upskilling, developing and supervising their work, including continual assessment and monitoring of their performance, including participation and engagement in Company appraisal/performance review processes.
* Managing nominated suppliers, relationships, monitoring trade agreements, quality and QA systems adherence.
* Liaison with other departments as necessary to provide required input to them.
* Negotiating and administration of some purchasing contracts and monitoring their progress.
* Building in future supplier accreditation requirements in line with Business Requirements.
* Administration and producing reports and statistics as directed.
* Payment terms negotiation and account management on selected suppliers.
* Liaising between suppliers, manufacturers, relevant internal departments and customers.
* Developing market knowledge and contacts for new products/services; identifying potential suppliers.
* Keeping contract files and using them as reference for the future.
* Work closely with the supply chain management team including visiting sites and suppliers to ensure suppliers are aware of business objectives.
* Promote the use of internal companies as a first principle with regards to procurement.
* Assist the supply chain team in monitoring the supply chain performance, workload and financial status to protect the corporate position.
Qualifications
Required
* Substantial experience in a procurement role with 3 or more of the listed key responsibilities and duties above.
* Experience of running the procurement packages on numerous major projects.
* Experience with the requirements of supply chain management on projects.
* Knowledge and practical understanding of integrated IT systems.
* Literate and numerate with proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and other office applications.
* Experience within a construction/engineering or similar background.
Desirable
* CIPS Qualified
* Experience in working in the transmission and distribution sector
* Experience working on National Grid Contracts
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