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Job Title: Procurement Manager - FM Assets & Estates
Job Category: Permanent
Location: 169 Union Street, London SE1 (Hybrid: 2 days in-office, including Tuesday team day)
Salary: £43,736 - £52,242 per annum (scope for higher salary for top candidates)
Department: Directorate of Procurement, FM Assets & Estates
Application Deadline: ASAP

About the Role: We are seeking a dynamic Procurement Manager to join our FM Assets & Estates team within the Procurement Directorate. This role is crucial in managing the sourcing strategy and contracting process, ensuring compliance with public procurement regulations, and supporting the organisation's operational needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Procurement & Contracting: Develop and manage sourcing strategies and contracting processes for the FM Assets & Estates category. Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and best practices, particularly in JCT and NEC contract formats.
• Supplier Management: Oversee supplier performance, manage risks, and contribute to the development of multi-year category plans.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Proactively engage with stakeholders to ensure their needs are met, resolving issues promptly and maintaining clear communication.
• Compliance & Strategy: Lead the tendering process, ensuring all activities comply with public procurement regulations. Develop and implement strategic procurement initiatives.
• Team Leadership: Provide training and support to a direct report, fostering a collaborative and effective team environment.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience: Proven experience in FM works, particularly with JCT/NEC contracts, and public procurement. Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills are essential.
• Qualifications: Ideally working towards CIPS certification as part of your professional development.
• Skills: Strong communication skills, with a proactive approach to procurement and compliance.

Interview Process:

• One-Stage Interview: Includes a face-to-face interview with a panel of three, alongside a small scenario-based test.

Why Join Us? This role offers an excellent opportunity to advance your career in procurement within a supportive and dynamic public sector environment. You will play a key role in shaping our procurement strategies and ensuring the success of our operations.

How to Apply: Submit your CV as soon as possible, highlighting specific achievements in estate works and compliance. We are particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate practical experience and a proactive approach to procurement.

For more information or to apply, please contact Lewis Ashcroft at lewis.ashcroft@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208962.

ABOUT SEMBCORP INDUSTRIES

Sembcorp Industries (Sembcorp) is a leading energy and urban solutions provider, led by its purpose to drive energy transition.

Headquartered in Singapore, Sembcorp delivers sustainable solutions to support energy transition and urban development by leveraging its sector expertise and global track record.

Sembcorp has a balanced energy portfolio of 21.2GW, with 14.4GW of gross renewable energy capacity across 10 countries*.

Its urban development projects span over 14,000 hectares across Asia and have generated over 377,000 employment opportunities and attracted close to US$50 billion of investment capital.

Sembcorp is listed on the main board of the Singapore Exchange. It is a constituent stock of FTSE Russell Index, MSCI Singapore Index, Straits Times Index as well as sustainability indices including FTSE4Good Index, iEdge SG ESG indices and several MSCI ESG indices.

For more information, please visit www.sembcorp.com.

Purpose and Scope

This position is responsible for providing procurement guidance and administrative support to requestors in accordance to the established SOPs and Policies.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

· Provide advice to internal stakeholders on all procurement-related matters and ensure they are compliant with Group Procurement Policy.

· Perform vendor screening, supply market research and analytical studies to identify and select potential suppliers to be added to the pre-approved vendor list.

· Ensure all supporting documents are in place prior to creation of Purchase Requisitions in SAP system.

· Support periodic reporting to track historical procurement data for consolidation and improvement.

· Any other duties assigned by Supervisor

Required Competencies

· Min. 2 years’ experience in sourcing of products/services

· Certification and/or work experience in purchasing/procurement

· Proficient in using Microsoft Office suite of products

· Experience in using SAP S4 HANA module (preferred)

· Demonstrate ability to manage stress and time to deliver results

· A good team player and able to work independently with minimum supervision

At Sembcorp, our shared corporate behaviours underpin all the work that we do in building a sustainable future:

• Institution-first Mindset – Put the interest of the Group ahead of individual interests.
• Collaboration – Deliver through collaborating across markets, businesses and functions.
• Accountability – Hold team and self accountable to deliver on our commitments.

Job Title: Senior Procurement and Contract Manager
Directorate: Corporate Services
Department: Procurement
Location: Brigade Headquarters, 169 Union Street, SE1
Salary: £43,736 - £52,242 per annum

Role Overview:

The Senior Procurement and Contract Manager will play a pivotal role in supporting the Assets & Estates Category team by developing and managing sourcing strategies and the contracting process. This role involves overseeing supplier performance, conducting market analysis, and ensuring that all procurement activities comply with the London Fire Brigade's (LFB) standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Procurement and Contract Management:

   • Monitor and enhance existing contractual arrangements.
   • Identify service requirements and evaluate existing contracts.
   • Manage major contracts, ensuring compliance and addressing non-compliance issues.
   • Collaborate with suppliers and stakeholders for efficient service delivery.
   • Maintain accurate records of meetings and actions.

2. Tenders and Category Management:

   • Lead procurement strategies for assigned categories.
   • Conduct market analysis and manage supplier performance.
   • Oversee procurement activities from need identification to contract signature.
   • Draft and manage tender documentation and notices.

3. Financial Management:

   • Assist in setting and managing annual budgets.
   • Ensure financial data related to contracts is securely maintained.
   • Evaluate costs, prices, and services for value for money.

4. Reporting:

   • Draft high-quality reports for various management and governance purposes.
   • Maintain accurate project data and identify risks and opportunities.

5. Responsible Procurement and Policies:

   • Implement LFB's "Responsible Procurement" agenda.
   • Ensure procurement processes align with environmental and social objectives.
   • Promote safe working procedures and comply with health and safety policies.

Selection Criteria:

1. Experience:

   • Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, category, and contract management, particularly in Assets & Estates Services.
   • Knowledge of public sector procurement procedures.
   • Experience in drafting commercial/tender documents and supplier management.
   • Degree in finance, business administration, or similar preferred.
   • CIPS certification or membership is desirable.

2. Skills:

   • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
   • Strong numeracy and analytical skills.
   • Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and related tools.
   • Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.

3. Knowledge:

   • Understanding of commercial and contract documentation.
   • Awareness of public authority procurement practices and 'best value' principles.
   • Knowledge of health and safety practices within an office environment.
   • Understanding of GDPR, Data Protection, and Freedom of Information Act.

This is a permanent role based in London. If you are interested in applying, please contact Lewis Ashcroft at Service Care Solutions via email at lewis.ashcroft@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208962

Your new company
You will be working for a leading engineering consultancy firm with a clear mission to support sustainable development across the globe. With over 17,000 employees across 140 countries, this business is a major player in driving the world towards a sustainable future.
Your new role
You will be working as a Global Procurement Systems Manager, helping the organisation as they kickstart their journey to uniting their global procurement and finance functions. As a system expert, you will be responsible for ensuring the Jaggaer system is used to its full effect by a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders. This will involve providing training to key users and acting as second line support for any complex issues to do with configuration or use of the Jaggaer system. You will be supporting the roll-out of Jaggaer as they continue to implement the system across global territories. You will also lead the relationship between the business and the P2P provider, ensuring the business needs are met, and vendor relations remain at a high level.
What you'll need to succeed
You will need to have extensive knowledge of the Jaggaer P2P system and should be incredibly comfortable with its entire supplier management and contract lifecycle management capabilities. You should be a strong and effective communicator who is able to effectively manage a wide variety of stakeholders at all levels. An ability to configure and change the Jaggaer system to suit the needs of the procurement function is vital as they continue to roll this software out across the organisation. The ability to work independently and effectively manage your own workload is vital for this role.

What you'll get in return
You will receive a competitive base salary, dependent upon your experience and suitability for the role. You will work from home 2/3 days a week dependent upon business needs. A competitive enhanced pension scheme along with a discretionary bonus will also come as standard for this role.


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What skills and experience we're looking for

Cluster Procurement Manager Job Description

Job Title: Cluster Procurement Manager

Directly

Reporting to: Senior Executive Business Manager (SEBM)

Indirectly

Reporting to: United Learning Head of Procurement

Responsible for: None

Overall Job Purpose:

As the Cluster Procurement Manager for the West London Cluster, the post-holder will be an integral part of the cluster team assisting with the leadership and management of procurement and providing extensive day to day support to Academy-based staff on procurement and resource matters.

Key responsibilities:

• Key activities will include leading negotiations with suppliers, supplier management, contract development, competitive tendering, market research, spend analysis benchmarking, and contract management.

• The identification and prioritisation of opportunities for savings on all spend categories including aggregating demand across the cluster of schools.

• Ensuring all procurement processes undertaken are compliant with Public Contract Regulations 2015, all relevant legislation, and policies.

• Maintaining the contracts register and contracts database, ensuring that the contracts data informs the overall annual procurement strategy.

• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to build relationships, understand customer needs, maintain a procurement pipeline requirements/tendering exercises and develop sourcing strategies, exploiting opportunities for collaboration within the cluster.

• Contract manage suppliers within your cluster of schools which includes:

• Review of delivery against contracts and addressing any underperformance by suppliers. Develop and implementing tools to enable effective monitoring.

• To manage the suppliers and develop good relations with key suppliers based on mutual trust, confidence and cooperation in order to deliver effective supply chain solutions.

• Negotiate contracts for goods and services to agree improved terms and conditions with suppliers to enable effective trading, operations and customer/supplier relations.

• Reporting on contractual and procurement performance to colleagues via KPI’s, including savings, benefits, cost avoidance, risk mitigation.

• Managing contract documentation (including variations), keeping accurate records of all contractual obligations.

• Provide professional procurement advice and support schools, ensuring all statutory and regulatory obligations are met and the procurement regulations are strictly applied.

• Work within United Learning’s Procurement Policy and Strategy

• Analyse cluster spend data to determine the categories of spend that require market engagement to deliver cost reductions and savings.

• Identify different procurement options available to the cluster and evaluate the options, including the use of Framework Agreements.

• Provide procurement advice to the cluster.

• Manage the e-procurement portal, using it effectively to manage procurements and contracts.

• Early Market Engagement with suppliers in support of the procurement activity and tender processes.

• Undertake competitive quotes.

• Undertake competitive tenders.

• Undertake PCR 2015 compliant tenders, including keeping up to date with new procurement guidance and regulations.

• Create lessons learned from Procurements to support the delivery of continuous improvement of the procurement function.

• Produce contract documents on completion of the competitive procurement process.

• Attend meetings with suppliers.

Other

• To support the cluster academies by training for and carrying out first aid duties as needed

• To support the school day and students by carrying out lunch duties as required (a lunch break will still be provided)

The job covers multi sites, it is therefore key that the Cluster Procurement Manager can work in a ‘stand-alone’ capacity, with excellent organisational and time management skills. Travel between the schools is required to meet the needs of the role.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and the successful candidate is expected to be flexible and proactive in meeting the needs of each Academy and willingly undertake any further duties required that are commensurate with the role.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and the post holder must be committed to safeguarding the welfare of children.

What the school offers its staff

REWARDS AND BENEFITS

§ 26 days holiday, plus 8 bank holidays

§ Competitive salary

§ At least eight INSET days per year

§ Enhanced contributory local government pension scheme

§ Enhanced occupational sick pay, protecting you and your family

§ Competitive and enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption benefits

§ Over 250 employee exclusive benefits through our partners Perkbox, including access to wellbeing resources, discounted cinema tickets, holidays and gym memberships, car leasing and Cycle2work schemes

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page. The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

Are you dynamic and looking to start your Procurement and supply chain career, supporting clinical and nursing colleagues in a fast pace, critical service? Are you a positive, helpful and proactive individual who could be a crucial link between our clinical wards and departments and the Procurement & Supply Chain Team?

We are seeking highly motivated team player, who is conscientious, positive and calm individual, who can work under pressure in a challenging environment.

The Inventory Control Officer role, reporting to the Supply Chain Manger, will be responsible for overseeing the ordering, distribution and storage of goods, throughout Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. The post holder will ensure all clinical and non-clinical goods are in place ready for clinical need.

Over the past 2 years, the Procurement & Supply chain Department at Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has undergone a substantial redesign of its function, providing a modern, patient centric, customer focused service.

Become part of #oneteam who are focused on supporting our clinical and nursing colleagues, to provide an efficient safe service to our patients.

*Please note that this role does not qualify for Tier 2 sponsorship. Applicants must have the existing right to work in the UK*

The post holder will receive, check, receipt, distribute, order, and provide inventory control, whilst maintaining appropriate stock levels. They will support the supply chain and inventory redesign programme across the hospital.

To support the Supply Chain Manager to deliver and manage the supply of medical, non-medical consumables and PPE to end user departments across Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and Community sites.

The post holder will be proactive, pragmatic and customer focused. In turn, the post holder will be fully supported and encouraged to develop their own thoughts and ideas to improve the service.

Alongside the day-today duties of the role, the post holders will support the the Inventory Management Solution (IMS) as part of the overall NHS Scan4Safety Programme (www.scan4safety.nhs.uk)

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page.

The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.


This advert closes on Wednesday 14 Aug 2024

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Service Care Legal are recruiting on behalf of a London Borough Council who are seeking a Principal Contracts & Procurement Lawyer to join their team ona contract basis. Pease find below further details with regards to this role.

ROLE: Principal Contracts & Procurement Lawyer
LOCATION: North London / hybrid
RATE: £60.00 to £72.00 per hour
CONTRACT: Initial 6 months with scope for extension

Please note that this would be hybrid working.

The Role

• To manage a caseload of complex contracts and procurement work
• To be involved at a high level in advising on strategic, corporate and governance matters
• Management of the Contracts and Procurement Team (6 team members) and attend the legal services Extended Management Team

The Person

• A qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Barrister with a minimum of 5 years' PQE
• Previous working experience within a local authority legal department would be essential
• Management of staff within a legal services team would also be a requirement

The Benefits

• Weekly payroll
• Flexible working arrangements

If this sounds like an opportunity of interest, please contact Lloyd Stanley on 01772 208969 , or email Lloyd.stanley@servicecare.org.uk. We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.

Your new company
You will be working for a leading International Professional Services Firm with over 30 offices globally, aiming to outshine competitors in their market.
Your new role

You will be working as a Procurement Analyst, providing support to the Procurement team and wider stakeholders. Key responsibilities include: spend analysis, opportunity analysis, supplier / market analysis, preparation of business cases and tender analysis. You will be supporting the management and maintenance of the procurement systems, crunching numbers and also tackling procurement and administrative tasks where required. The majority of the role will include researching and analysing within the procurement space, supporting procurement operations with regular reports to the procurement team and stakeholders.

What you'll need to succeed

You will need to be highly analytical and numerate, providing timely and accurate information in a clear and concise manner. You will also need to be very organised and able to prioritise between competing tasks and projects, capable of working under pressure and direction whilst using discretion to determine when to escalate issues. They are looking for someone that takes accountability for their work and responds positively to change, recognising the opportunities change brings to improve standards.

What you'll get in return

You will be entitled to a competitive salary that will vary dependent on your experience in relation to the role. You will also be supported with a truly flexible working arrangement allowing you to achieve the work/life balance that works for you. You'll meet a plethora of resilient people that will be a great addition to your network.

What you need to do now
Please reply with an up-to-date CV for me to review, and we can schedule a call if relevant.

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Nearest MRT: Toa Payoh
Contract Duration: 12 Months
Working Hours: Monday – Friday (Office Hours)
Basic Salary: Up to $4,300 per month

Responsibilities:

· Supporting and providing procurement advisory to buying divisions on their procurements;

· Managing procurement activities, including GeBIZ transactions and facilitating the entire procurement process for buying divisions (i.e. from reviewing of documents to preparing submissions to seeking approval for award to post-award contractual management, such as contract variations, renewal, early termination, debarment and non-performance advisory); and

· Other administrative support that may be required from time to time.

Requirements:

· At least 3 years of procurement experience in the public sector is preferred.

· Proficiency in office software such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and GeBIZ

· Immediate Starters are preferred (Not serving notice)

· Only Singaporeans

Interested candidates, please forward a copy of your resume to: justin.lee@tg-hr.com.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Justin Lee
Registration No: R22107715
APBA TG Human Resource Pte Ltd
EA License: 14C7275

Job Title : Principal Lawyer - Contracts & Procurement
Job Category : Legal
Location : ALEXANDRA HOUSE, London Borough of Haringey
Hours Per Week : 36.00
Start Date : Immediate start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:00
Salary: £60.00

The Role:
We are looking for an experienced Principal Lawyer – Contracts and Procurement, to join our Lexcel Accredited Legal Service. The successful candidate will be a Solicitor, Barrister or Filex with excellent knowledge and demonstrable experience of complex contracts and procurement matters, preferably in a local government setting. You will report to the relevant Head of Legal and work closely with colleagues and clients to deliver excellent services.
Responsibilities:
Carry a caseload advising on all aspects of complex contracts and procurement work, be involved at a high level in advising on strategic, corporate and governance matters, management of the Contracts and Procurement Team ( 6 team members) and attend the legal services Extended Management Team.

Indicative Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
▪ Deep and detailed knowledge of principles and practices gained through extensive experience and development in a specific field.
▪ Degree level or equivalent qualification plus relevant experience.
▪ Membership of appropriate professional body by examination e.g., CIPFA, RICS or evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).
▪ Excellent communication skills.
▪ Ability to work with high level internal and external stakeholders.
▪ Ability to manage complex service delivery within a challenging and political environment.
▪ Understands the commercial context of the service they provide.
▪ Ability to exercise initiative and good judgement in delivering service and Council aims and objectives.

Your new company
You will be working for a global PLC who are market leaders in the staffing and recruitment industry. With over 13,000 employees globally and a footprint in over 30 countries across the globe. You will be joining a market leader with a focus on evolving with technology and partnering with its diverse supplier base to continue to be clear market leaders.
Your new role
As a Senior Procurement Manager (Technology) - you will be responsible for leading the E2E procurement process for all technology and spend. You will partner with the Procurement Director to help develop a greenfield procurement function, from standardising processes and contracts to developing the visibility of technology spend across the globe. You will lead procurement across a wide range of technology subcategories including telco, SaaS, licencing and others.

What you'll need to succeed
You will need to have an expert understanding of the full technology category and be comfortable managing the full e2e procurement/sourcing process independently. This role is supporting a greenfield function, so you must be an able and confident communicator who can engage effectively with stakeholders across all levels. Ideally, you will have worked within a greenfield function before, with the ability to develop and implement processes and procedures relevant to the business.


What you'll get in return
You will receive a competitive salary of up to £90,000 p/a, alongside a generous holiday allowance with the option to buy an additional 5 days per year. You will receive an enhanced employer pension contribution as well as a variety of wider health/wellness benefits available through a central portal.

What you need to do now
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We are currently seeking an interim Marketing Procurement Strategy Lead, to work with our global FMCG client , renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple, to become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment.

The position is based at Blackfriars on London's Victoria Embankment, just a short walk from Blackfriars tube. The role is full-time temporary for 8 Months working 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for the roles is competitive, paying up to £85,000 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience.

The role currently offers a mix of remote and onsite working, subject to adjustment based on business requirements.

Background & Purpose of the Job

There has never been a more exciting time to be working in Procurement when you consider the sheer scale of what we are seeking to do.

As U/L Procurement adapts to the ever-dynamic business environment, we will need to be agile in order to continue our track record of delivery in contributing to the top and bottom line. As well as ensuring that we are best in class in delivering the basics, we also have to look to the future and continuously evolve to meet the needs of our changing environment - reinventing ourselves for sustained competitive advantage. And of course, we are only half of the picture. Our suppliers are at the heart of everything we do. We need to work more closely than ever with suppliers to co-create sustainable practices and bigger and better innovations.

In this role, you will support the Marketing Procurement Asset Creation team, which is responsible for creative agencies, PR, Social, digital, and Ad production services across the Globe. Managing agencies end-to-end, including contracting, annual negotiations, and strategic tool rollouts.

To be accountable for the development and implementation of the Asset Creation sourcing strategy. To maintain in scope Marketing Portfolio management and sourcing activities on a day-to-day basis.

• To build and maintain strong working relationships across cross-functional Teams, Business Units and Business Groups.
• To build and maintain relationships with key suppliers in the Market Research & Consumer Insights portfolio.
• Be a strong business partner with all key stakeholders to maintain trust and add value to the business.
• This role requires a creative, high-energy candidate who demonstrates strength in white space and is comfortable interfacing with and influencing senior leaders to land and implement new business models, delivering business growth and bottom-line impact. Key deliverables include savings and cash delivery, ROI, demand management, and cost avoidance. To deliver, it is essential to quickly learn the respective businesses in coverage, establish credibility with stakeholders, and understand vendor/market capabilities to ensure U/L is fully leveraging supplier partnerships. As such, SRM/CRM expertise is essential. You must be viewed as a key business partner by internal stakeholders, and as a sharp, challenging steward of resources by external vendors.
• It will be critical for the successful candidate to understand and unlock the power of digital technology to identify, eliminate, and where possible, automate non-value added processes in both within U/L procurement, and across the business more broadly. Therefore, an understanding of systems and processes and strong analytical acumen to drive insights and strategy from data around how we operate is essential.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Self-Starter
• Bachelor's Degree
• 10+ years of procurement experience
• Experience and knowledge of indirect procurement or marketing procurement
• Experience of managing a global team
• Capabilities and skills in Strategic Sourcing
• Working with cross geographical teams and cross functional teams. And willingness to work in a virtual team.
• Experience of procurement transformation, change and business engagement.
• Experience and knowledge of business models in advertising, market research and/or marketing agencies management will be a strong plus

• Leading multiple projects simultaneously and independently
• Unafraid to work with senior stakeholders and suppliers, supported through excellent communication skills.
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint abilities

Additional Information

Blackfriars working environment:

• Iconic location on the Victoria embankment, modern working environment
• Short walk from Blackfriars station
• Staff shop discounted products
• Free tea & coffee facilities
• Onsite Deli and a restaurant open for breakfast and lunch
• Gym is available for use subscription required.

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✅ UP $3300

✅ Mon - Fri

✅ 8.30am – 5.30pm

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Responsibilities:

• Process and manage purchase orders to manufacturers/ suppliers
• Follow up on shipments and production schedules, shipment clearance and inventory control
• Issue of purchase order with correct shipping/ delivery term and pricing
• Follow up to ensure best payment terms is granted by manufacturer/ supplier
• Check on order process and schedules with manufacturer/ supplier and arrangement of shipment clearance for storage
• Perform Good Receive in SAP and validate supplier invoices
• Coordinate import shipments and check customs documents

Requirements:

• Minimum Nitec or above
• Minimum 2 year of purchasing/ sales support experience
• Proficient in SAP software

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For more information, please reach us at 9138 5316

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Registration Number: R1877109

Workstone Pte Ltd

EA License Number:19C9998

We are seeking a Procurement Manager (IT & Indirect) to join our team based from our Head Office in London Bridge (hybrid working).

This role is an important component of the Southeastern Procurement team. The team are responsible for all purchasing requirements for the organisation and support a wide range of functions from purchase order creation, supplier management, tendering, contract and commercial support and delivering value through savings, improved contracts and supply chain efficiencies.

The purpose of this role is to provide support to deliver UCR/Procurement Act compliant procurement projects across Southeastern’s indirect categories, including IT, retail/website and HR.

You will focus on the delivery of key tender activities that will advance the business as we work to modernise the UK’s railway. Key areas of focus will include IT services, digital & retail systems and HR services tenders among others.

You will be able to understand contractual obligations, be confident with contract law and key conditions of contract, proactively plan and deliver high quality tenders, liaising with key stakeholders and offering support on key business initiatives and projects, as required.

Take a look at the video below to see what we achieved in 2023!:

Package Description

Southeastern recognises the value of every individual employee and offers benefits that reflect this.

As well as a generous salary, we offer an comprehensive benefits package which includes;

• A Contributory Final Salary Pension Scheme
• Free rail travel on Southeastern and GTR rail services (extends to family members for leisure/educational travel)
• After a qualifying period, reduced rate travel on other train operators, including European services
• Up to 25 days annual leave entitlement (plus bank holidays)
• Private healthcare
• Access to an array of discounts for retail and leisure products through our benefits scheme.
• Family friendly benefits including enhanced maternity/paternity leave, parental leave and carers leave.

The Ideal Candidate

To be considered for this role we recommend you demonstrate the below in your application;

• Qualified member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS) – or equivalent transferrable degree or professional qualification
• A good level of experience working in an accountable role in either a procurement, commercial or contract management within an Indirect/IT environment
• Working knowledge of contract law, GDPR and UCR16 regulations and knowledge of the upcoming Procurement Act
• Knowledge of Government Frameworks and Dynamic Purchasing Systems would be preferable
• Good understanding and experience of e-tendering systems and procure to pay (P2P) systems and processes
• Good understanding of contractual documentation, contract management (i.e. post contract) and governance requirements
• Proficient in writing reports and executive papers to support procurement strategies
• Excellent stakeholder management skills and experience with ability to work effectively at management level within Southeastern and liaising with senior managers and directors
• Proficient experience of supply chain planning, engagement and producing associated reports
• Ability to express oneself confidently, honestly and effectively

About The Company

About Southeastern

Southeastern runs train services into London from Kent and East Sussex, operating almost 1,700 trains a day, carrying more than 400,000 passengers, serving 176 stations and covering 540 miles of track.

Just over 4,600 employees - mostly from the communities that we serve - work together to provide this vital service and we are looking to expand our successful team. We have a strong set of values that shape the way we run our business and guide our staff in delivering what our customers need. These are:

• We aim to be the best
• We make the difference together
• We care passionately about our people and our passengers

We are committed to being an inclusive employer, creating a workplace where everyone can come to work, feel safe and comfortable and able to do everything to the best of their ability. Read about some of the great Diversity and Inclusion initiatives our Head of Colleague Experience has been leading on here.

We recognise the positive value of diversity and it matters to us that our teams reflect the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

We proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women. If you would like to know more information about how we are supporting our employees, you can view our policies and initiatives here.

We have also won the Top Employer award at the Women in Rail Awards 2022!

If you have been unsuccessful in the recruitment process for the same/similar position you will not be eligible to apply for a period of 6 months from that date.

All offers of employment are subject to us obtaining satisfactory references (covering all education, training, employment and unemployment in the preceding 5 years and any previous railway employment). We will also complete right to work in the UK and criminal record checks. This is to ensure we are employing the best person for the role and to protect our customers, colleagues and our reputation. We are unable to offer sponsorship to work in the UK.

This post will close before the intended closing date should sufficient number of suitable applications be received. Therefore, if you are interested in applying for this role, we suggest that you do so at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment.

SOUTHEASTERN is owned by SE Trains Ltd, a subsidiary of the Department for Transport’s public sector owning group, ‘DOHL.’ DOHL has responsibility for three rail companies, LNER, Northern Trains Limited and SE Trains.