Total 51 purchasing procurement inventory job vacancies in runcorn borough of halton wa7 3dj

• Research and evaluate potential vendors and suppliers.
• Create and maintain good relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Estimate and establish cost parameters and budgets for purchases.
• Negotiate the best deal for pricing and supply contracts.
• Maintain records of purchases, pricing against with project budget quantities.
• Follow and enforce the company’s procurement policies and procedures.
• Practice and implement in accordance with the requirements of ISO standard.
• Obliged to keep all the company information private and confidential.
• Work with team members and Purchasing Manager to develop future purchasing plans and source potential relationships with suppliers

Perks & Benefits

• Employee equity
• Allowance (travel stipends, transportation, etc.)
• Free snacks / Happy hours
• Regular team activities
• Open culture
• Personal development opportunities
• Paid training and development

• 研究和評估潛在的供應商和供應商。
• 與供應商和供應商建立並維持良好的關係。
• 估計並建立採購成本參數和預算。
• 協商定價和供應合約的最佳交易。
• 維護採購記錄，根據項目預算數量定價。
• 遵循並執行公司的採購政策和程序。
• 依照ISO標準的要求實踐和實施。
• 有義務對所有公司資訊保密。
• 與團隊成員和採購經理合作制定未來的採購計劃並尋找與供應商的潛在關係

津貼和福利

• 員工股權
• 津貼（旅費、交通費等）
• 免費小吃/歡樂時光
• 定期團隊活動
• 開放文化
• 個人發展機會
• 有薪培訓和發展

• Serves as a Senior Procurement Analyst in the Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Office of Administration (OA), Acquisition Management Division (AMD).
• Responsible for making senior-level decisions that impact the Agency's procurement policy, procedures, procesess and operations.
• Serves as a spokesperson for senior leadership or the Department during the course of procurement reviews and in support of procurement initiatives.
• Demonstrates active support for acquisition integration, modernization and performance measurement.
• Serves as a team member on regular or special contract or acquisition review boards.
• Plans, develops, coordinates and promulgates procurement and acquisition policies, procedures and regulations.
• Coordinates and evaluates federal procurement regulations and develops implementing OJP acquisition regulations, policies and guidance.

Procurement ManagerDuration: 3 months +Hourly rate: £20-£25
Location: Central London, nearest station: Marylebone or EustonHybrid working: 3 days remote, 2 days work from Central London Office
Your new roleRecruiting a highly skilled and experienced End-to-End Procurement Manager to join a regulator based in London. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the entire procurement process, with a particular emphasis on tendering and contract management. This role requires a deep understanding of the Procurement Act and public sector procurement legislation.

Duties include:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with organisational goals and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the tendering process, including the preparation of tender documents, evaluation of bids, and selection of suppliers.
• Negotiate and manage contracts, ensuring compliance with the Procurement Act and other relevant public sector procurement legislation.
• Conduct market analysis to identify potential suppliers and assess their capabilities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement needs and provide expert advice on tendering and contract management.
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance, ensuring adherence to contract terms and conditions.
• Prepare and present procurement reports to senior management.

What you'll need to succeed

• Extensive experience in end-to-end procurement within the public sector, with a strong focus on tendering and contract management.
• In-depth knowledge of the Procurement Act and public sector procurement legislation.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Personal Attributes:

• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance.
• Proactive and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop team members.
• Committed to continuous professional development and staying updated with industry trends.

What you need to do now
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. This is an immediate start temporary position. Candidates must be available immediately or have a notice period of no more than one week. Due to the high volume of applications, we will only contact candidates who meet the relevant experience criteria. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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Tour of Duty:  Monday through Friday | 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM

MAJOR DUTIES

Materials Management

• Performing analytical work involving: managing, regulating or controlling the level and flow of materials, supplies and equipment through acquisition, storage, issue, utilization and disposal.
• Compiles, analyzes and summarizes information relating to the designated supply requirements for the Capitol Building (CB).
• Develops plans to define stock levels and frequency of reordering through normal acquisition channels, lead time, availability, storage or staging space, frequency of use and documentation requirements in order to provide installation support in buying, storing and transferring supplies.
• Maintains inventory control records in an automated system for parts and supplies needed in CB shop support, custodial and maintenance program
• Monitors usage transactions, verifies cost changes for parts and sub-assemblies and generally observes activity in each account to ensure that parts and supplies are available when required.
• Analyzes information and traces the sequence of transactions to resolve questions; prepare entries for supply record systems; provide supply information, reports and services; and recommend actions to eliminate problems involved in delivering services to supply customers or in implementing policies.

The incumbent must follow all relevant safety rules, regulations and standard operating procedures. Must utilize knowledge of and must comply with all Office of Congressional Workplace Rights and OSHA safety rules and regulations to ensure that work progresses in a safe manner. Provides or receives training, either on the job or through classroom training, to ensure that all safety practices and equipment are fully utilized. Must ensure the use of any required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Inventory Management

• Maintains Accountable Property records for all shops using established policies, procedures and guidelines. Creates and processes all disposition reports for damaged, retired, non-usable Accountable Property.
• Performs and coordinates physical inventory functions and inventory reconciliation, monitors custodial balances and recommends adjustments to inventory to correct imbalances.
• Reviews adjustments to records for accuracy and completeness. Analyzes computer rejects and takes actions to correct.
• Participates in physical inventory of supplies, equipment and tools.
• Compiles information; verifies information against computerized reports; investigates and notes or coordinates correction of discrepancies.
• Documents all validation actions and determines through interpretation of regulations what appropriate response actions to pursue.
• Assists with the scheduling and monitoring of the inventory process.
• Coordinates actions between maintenance, inventory control, quality control and quality assurance activities to assure that the balances cited on file are kept current and reflect the actual physical posture of the stock.
• As required, develops written guidance in the form of procedures or job aides to assist system users.
• Plans the implementation of projects relating to inventory functions.
• Conducts informal meetings to advise operating officials on matters related to planning and controlling the inventory.

Purchasing Support 

• Assists with purchasing supplies, materials, tools and equipment.
• Responsible for procuring supplies, services, equipment through a variety of small purchasing methods and procedures.
• Coordinates activities with Building Services Supervisor.

Serves in the capacity of Cardholder of the Government-wide Purchase Card and responsible for safeguarding the purchase card and account number and assures that the card is properly secured. Follows procedures outlined in Standing Operating Procedures for Using the Government-wide Commercial Purchase Card Service. The purchase card is used to pay for micro-purchases (supplies or services) following established policies and procedures. Reconciles the monthly statement and forwards the reconciled statement to the Approving/Certifying Official as directed. Complies with ethical and regulatory program requirements applicable to cardholders making purchase card purchases.

Performs other related duties as assigned

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

The Assistant DNI for Acquisition Procurement & Facilities (ADNI/AP&F) ensures U.S. intelligence superiority by enabling the identification, development and timely fielding of breakthrough capabilities, innovatively applying advanced technologies and promoting acquisition excellence. ADNI/AP&F is the Intelligence Community (IC) catalyst for technical innovation, responsive stewardship, and acquisition & procurement excellence addressing the key intelligence challenges by establishing and maintaining an agile and transparent best-practice environment that promotes innovation, responsible financial stewardship, and IC acquisition and procurement success. The Intelligence Community Senior Procurement Executive (IC SPE) reports to the ADNI/ AP&F and is responsible for oversight of IC procurement programs, policies and processes and strategic sourcing initiatives; fostering a well-qualified mission focused IC procurement workforce; and promoting IC level industry outreach.

Major duties and responsibilities include the following:

Serve as principal advisor to DDNI/P&C, ADNI/ AP&F, the IC CFO, the IC CIO, and other senior officials within the ODNI on contracting and procurement matters;

Support a flexible acquisition environment that facilities rapid exploitation of emerging technologies and innovation within industry;

Oversee IC-wide strategic sourcing of commodities, services, and technology to include the IC Enterprise Agreement (IC EA) program and relevant Services of Common Concern (SoCC). Oversee policy and processes to enable effective ODNI governance and oversight of IC SoCCs;

Oversee procurement policy activities across the IC and set strategies to develop the vision, goals, objectives and direction of policy activities for IC-wide procurement policies and activities that align with the National Intelligence Strategy and DNI strategic goals and objectives;

Chair the IC Procurement Executive Council and oversee the IC Enterprise Software Efficiencies Steering Group to promote sharing and understanding of best practices in acquisition, contracting and procurement and policies within the IC;

Represent the IC on contracting and procurement matters to external entities, coordinating with ODNI Office of General Counsel and with affected IC elements, as appropriate;

Coordinate with IC elements and ODNI components to facilitate the effective IC contracting and procurement activities and execution of National Intelligence Program (NIP) funds;

Create and sustain partnerships with other IC elements to include Senior Procurement Executives and other ODNl leaders to ensure a continuing dialogue and active insight into ongoing and planned procurement efforts, policy developments, and technology activities. Develop and maintain a network of senior-level contacts within DoD and the IC to foster intelligence integration and interagency cooperation;

Oversee efforts in collaboration with National Counterintelligence and Security Center (NCSC) and IC CIO senior officials to support the ADNI AP&F as the DNl's senior representative to the Federal Acquisition Security Council (FASC);

Foster a culture of excellence and demonstrate independent initiative to proactively identify and communicate challenges facing ODNI/SPE, the Policy and Capabilities (P&C) Directorate, the ODNI, or the IC. Develop innovative and creative ways to address these challenges in a collaborative manner within P&C, across ODNI, with the broader IC, and in partnership with other external stakeholders, as appropriate that advance efforts to lead the Intelligence Community to future mission success;

Lead a professional staff in successfully defining and managing complex programs and projects that may include ill-defined requirements, ambiguity, parallel tasks, multiple dependencies, high risks, and multiple interfaces; ensure timelines, costs, deliverables, and outcomes are achieved according to approved plans;

Lead, manage, and direct a professional level staff, evaluate performance, collaborate on goal setting, and provide feedback and guidance regarding personal and professional development opportunities;

Maintain effective working relationships with other ODNI and IC components and other government agencies to elicit customer/stakeholder requirements and address issues that span multiple mission or program areas;

Lead the development and implementation of building a workforce and culture to deliver services that exceed customer expectations;

Promote inclusiveness, diversity, communication, collaboration, teamwork, and partnership between and among all ODNI employees, including peers and subordinate supervisors. Foster an inclusive organizational culture by promoting collaboration, flexibility, fairness, and transparency.

This position is located at ICC-B in Bethesda, MD. However, there is the potential for use of other ODNI locations on a limited basis.

As the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO), you will oversee, manage, and develop policies and procedures involving the procurement of supplies, construction, and services required to manage the overall operational efficiency within the Secret Service. As the agency authority on procurement and contracting matters, you will be responsible for the acquisition of all goods and services for the protective, investigative, and administrative mission of the Secret Service.

As a key executive advisor, you will inform the Chief Management Officer and the Chief Operating Officer on the interpretation of contracting laws, principles, and regulations to generate new procurement concepts or make recommendations regarding procurement matters impacting the Secret Service.

The primary duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Acquires commercial items, classified/sensitive intelligence technology, protective countermeasures, major nationwide telecommunication network systems, complex and diversified information technology systems and services, major system acquisitions for highly sensitive investigation and protection equipment, and state-of-the-art electronic and security systems. Products and services procured are unique, time sensitive, high dollar value and critical to the mission of the Secret Service.
• Plans, directs, and oversees a worldwide centralized procurement program through several subordinate supervisors who directly supervise contract and procurement specialists, automation specialists, and administrative/support personnel in procuring equipment, supplies, and services for the Secret Service.
• Refines procurement policies used in the acquisition of goods and services to enhance operational efficiency; develops and implements new procedures and processes to streamline and improve operations.
• Develops and maintains liaison with officials from other Federal agencies as well as state and local agencies, the private sector, administrators of other related programs and professional associations, and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).
• Keeps abreast of newly proposed or enacted legislation impacting procurement programs, program innovations at the Federal, state, and local levels, and in the private sector. Provides authoritative interpretations, instructions, and guidance relative to all phases of procurement management. Provides information and guidance at meetings with senior officials of the Secret Service.

As Practice Leader and Senior Director, serves as a member of the management team by supervising the Program Acquisition & Assistance (PAA) Practice Group and providing intellectual and technical leadership over MCC's programs, policies, and practices for the compact Procurement functions. Provides leadership, strategic guidance, and oversight over the execution of MCC's program procurement guidelines across the portfolio. The Practice Leader and Senior Director:

• Defines and develops MCC's approach to international public procurement procedures and functions with partner countries.
• Serves as a recognized expert and senior advisor to MCC leaders on issues related to international public procurement.
• Defines best practices, templates, procurement management tools and approaches, and other guidance to be applied across MCC disciplines.
• Leads MCC's procurement outreach efforts with the private sector, including organizing events, industry days, target marketing, and building relationships with private sector firms and other US government agencies.
• Formulates and recommends plans to improve policies, practices, methods, and organizational operations related to international public procurement.
• Incorporates industry trends such as sustainable procurement and Artificial Intelligence related to the subject matter of international public procurement into ongoing programs and initiatives.
• Represents MCC in external forums vis-à-vis technical discussions, deliberations, and other knowledge management activities concerning areas of expertise.
• Coordinates and consults with other donors and research providers to keep abreast of best practices and trends.
• Manages teams of professional experts and coordinates and interacts with a variety of stakeholders at different managerial levels
• Exercises technical and administrative supervision of subordinates.
• Ensures a continuing affirmative application of MCC policies concerning equal opportunity.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Your new company
This is a multinational banking and financial services institution, with over 450 branches in 19 cities. They offer a wide range of financial services, including corporate banking, investment banking and asset management, ranked amongst the largest 25 banks globally by assets under management. This team has moved from a decentralised to a centralised capacity. Therefore, a strong desire to promote procurement internally is needed for this role.

Your new role
You will be supporting the Procurement Director in establishing the value of procurement, with a direct focus on leading and managing the IT Category. You will be managing £50m worth of spend, as well as direct management of a small team reporting to you. The principal part of this role will be the full E2E procurement process of the IT category. A Market Data Category manager will be reporting into you, so market data exposure would be desirable.

What you'll need to succeed
You will NEED to have predominant exposure to category management of IT - any other profiles won't be considered. You must have an innovative mindset in order to support the development of the entire procurement function. You will need to have great interpersonal and communication skills when engaging stakeholders and suppliers, as well as exposure managing people. You will need to have a good understanding of the market, products and services in the IT category with great stakeholder engagement to help centralise procurement.

What you'll get in return
With the company being very pro-people development, you will be joining a very collaborative team with a plethora of opportunities and exposure across the business. On offer is a competitive salary with 25 days annual leave, discretionary bonus and private medical and dental. As the company is very people focussed, you will benefit from a great work-life balance - 2-3 days in the office.

What you need to do now
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Job Title: Procurement & Contracts OfficerLocation: Central London
Job type: 12-month temporary contract
Hybrid working: 2 days remote, 3 days work from the London Office

• To undertake procurement projects in one or more key categories in line with the Local Authorities' strategic and tactical management arrangements for procurement.
• To undertake data and market analysis for category spend in order to recommend procurement strategy opportunities in line with Corporation Standing Orders, procurement regulations, and public procurement law
• To support the delivery of the recommended category strategy for aligned categories in line with all relevant regulations, legislation, government directives and codes of compliance, to reduce risk of legal challenge to the Corporation, whilst maintaining the balance between high quality of goods and services procured and price, and to develop new strategies in line with market trends, changes in procurement law or guidelines, or corporate priorities.
• To act in a business partner role for a small range of departments, providing guidance and Procurement expertise to officers involved in strategic and tactical procurement exercises.
• To champion and drive measurable responsible procurement benefits across all commercial activity
• To be committed to providing the highest level of customer service, delivering the best value to the Corporation, working with both internal and external customers/suppliers and actively seeking to promote equality of opportunity in relation to the duties of the post.

Candidates need to have the following experience/ qualifications:

• Previous experience within the Public Sector is essential.
• Candidates must hold or be actively working towards a CIPS qualification
• Candidates must have completed training on the Procurement Act
• A generalist background in Procurement is necessary.

This role requires an immediate start, so candidates must be available immediately or have a notice period of no more than 1 week. Please note that the day rate and hybrid working arrangements are non-negotiable.

What you need to do now
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Interim Procurement Officer
Duration: 3 months +
Location: Central London
Daily rate: £200 - £400 per day (dependent on experience)
Flexible working: Candidates must be available to work from the London office 2 days a week

Responsibilities:

• Conduct market research and identify local market best practices and suppliers
• Facilitate the process of gathering, defining, and formalising internal service requirements
• Draft, administer, and submit all relevant PQQ/RFP documentation
• Liaise with all relevant OSF departments (Global Operations, PCU, OGC, Security, Finance, etc.)
• Lead supplier negotiations in collaboration with relevant OSF stakeholders
• Facilitate internal evaluation and decision-making process pertaining to the final award
• Ensure strong handover to operations by hosting supplier introductions and trainings
• If you are interested in either of these roles or know someone who might be, please get in touch with us at your earliest convenience.

Experience required

• Skilled at negotiating and communicating with suppliers
• Experience, researching, collecting, analysing, and using data in decision-making
• Able to work effectively in compliance with internal policies and external constraints
• Able to exercise sound professional judgement on issues of sensitivity
• Organised; strong project management ability; self-directed on work initiatives; strong attention to detail
• Written and spoken communication in English
• Experience leading tenders worth over USD1M
• Advanced Excel (Pivot tables, VLOOKUP, Conditional Formatting)

Please Note:This role is not suitable for candidates currently in permanent roles with a notice period of 2-4 months.
Candidates seeking permanent positions are encouraged to call 02072598714 to speak with a consultant for further advice.

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IT Procurement lead, London(Central), £35-40k + Benefits, Permanent

Your new company

You will be workingfor a specialist IT provider to SMEs based in Central London, who understandthe importance of providing reliable IT systems to their clients. This companyhas a diverse client base, and provides end-to-end service, making this a rewardingopportunity.

Your new role

You will be workingclosely with the Indirect procurement manager, supporting their daily indirectprocurement activities. As this company continues to grow, their need to managespend has become vital to the success of the business.

You will beresponsible for:

• Targeting cost saving opportunities in the indirect IT category whilst maintaining quality and service.
• Analysing current spends and look for opportunities to save costs in line with the business KPIs.
• Help develop and implement contracts and long term agreement for all newly sourced parts and services.
• Drive and develop reliable relationships with key stakeholders and clients.
• Managing bids and tenders for all contracting work.
• Develop and introduce KPIs through the IT category.
• Attending internal meetings as and when necessary with various departments.

What you'll need to succeed

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to build rapport and relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Previous experience in indirect buying across a variety of categories, IT experience is essential.
• Good working knowledge of MRP/APS systems.
• Experience working in a "hands on" procurement role, including execution of cost saving exercises.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft office with advanced skills in Excel.
• CIPS certified is desirable but not required.

What you'll get in return

You will get the opportunity to work with a growingbusiness that offers a wide variety of bonuses and benefits.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now'to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you arelooking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion onyour career.

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