Total 7 Manager level Transportation / Logistics job vacancies in Glasgow, G41 3NN

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027 we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

Base Location: Glasgow, Perth or Reading

Salary: £47,600 - £71,600 + car / allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

What is the Role?

SSER have a strong pipeline of projects as part of our ambitious £12.5bn net capital investment plan. This new programme will see SSE enable delivery of over a quarter of the UK's 40GW wind target by 2030 supporting progress towards net zero.

As a Supply Chain Plan Project Manager in the Renewables business, you will be expected to manage the delivery of Supply Chain Plans or Sustainable Industry Reward proposals across development, writing, submission, and implementation, ensuring successful plans or proposals are available to support bids into relevant Allocation Rounds for CfD (Contract for Difference) and are protected for the duration of the contract. You will demonstrate value leadership, customer service and take full ownership of the plans or proposals to support the vision in becoming a world class provider of procurement and commercial services and embed a consistent approach to ensure successful participation in Capacity auctions.

Key Responsibilities:

- Responsibility for managing project Supply Chain Development Statement (SCDS) commitments and relationship with Crown Estates Scotland (CES) and providing updates on progress at key milestones. Work closely with supply chain companies and academia to create compelling projects that support the implementation of commitments made in the ScotWind leasing application.

- Responsibility of managing the relationship between SSER and the Strategic Investment Model working group, facilitating delivery of the commitments agreed in the Collaborative Framework Charter in line with the Strategic Investment Assessment recommendations. Support the assessment of collaborative industry UK supply chain and infrastructure projects.

- Responsibility for understanding the latest UK Government policy for projects to be eligible to enter CfD Allocation Rounds with Supply Chain Plans or Sustainable Industry Reward proposal requirements and assessing the opportunities for individual projects throughout the development phase of a project. Supporting assessment of future policy consultations and lobbying efforts around these.

- Managing the delivery of a Supply Chain Plan or Sustainable Industry Reward proposals for SSE Renewables Offshore Projects through to relevant DESNZ- CfD Allocation Round or other jurisdictional requirements. Taking ownership, monitoring and ensuring delivery of the targets and actions set out in the plans for Projects and Tier 1 contractors: establishing robust monitoring and management reporting processes.

- Coordinate events such as 'meet the buyer', Supply Chain Briefing, Operations and Innovation events, working with external stakeholders and Tier 1 suppliers to maximise relevant attendance and positive outcomes.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Ideally this role would suit a person with a Supply Chain or Project Management background who has the ability to manage relationships across key stakeholders, influence decision making and meet strict deadlines.

- Knowledge of the Wind Energy Industry would be advantageous but not essential.

- Knowledge of DESNZ Supply Chain Plan or Sustainable Industry Reward proposal requirements would be advantageous but not essential.

- Experience of working with Scottish and UK Government departments would be advantageous.

About our Business

At SSE, we own more than 500 property assets and several thousand land assets, which are located across the length and breadth of the UK and Ireland. Our Procurement & Commercial, Property and Facilities Management teams are responsible for helping the business to procure services and materials in a timely and cost-effective way, and for ensuring SSE offers a safe, modern, fit-for-purpose property portfolio. We work right across the SSE Group, ensuring our businesses gets the best possible service and value from our supplier network, as well as ensuring all service providers are compliant and continue to meet contractual obligations and business need.

What's in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Francesca on 01738 344763.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

Base Location: Glasgow or Perth

Salary: £47,600 - £71,600 + car / allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible working options available

SSER have a strong pipeline of projects as part of our ambitious £12.5bn net capital investment plan. This new programme will see SSE enable delivery of over a quarter of the UK's 40GW wind target by 2030 supporting progress towards net zero.

As a Procurement Supply Chain Plan Manager in the Renewables business, you will be expected to manage the delivery of Supply Chain Plans or Sustainable Industry Reward proposals across development, writing, submission, and implementation, ensuring successful plans or proposals are available to support bids into relevant Allocation Rounds for CfD (Contract for Difference) and are protected for the duration of the contract. You will demonstrate value leadership, customer service and take full ownership of the plans or proposals to support the vision in becoming a world class provider of Procurement and Commercial services and embed a consistent approach to ensure successful participation in Capacity auctions.

What is the Role?

- Responsibility for Managing project SCDS commitments and relationship with Crown Estates Scotland (CES), providing updates on progress at key milestones and supporting the implementation of commitments made in the ScotWind leasing application.

- Responsibility of managing the relationship between SSER and Strategic Investment Model working group, facilitating delivery of the commitments agreed in the Collaborative Framework Charter in line with the Strategic Investment Assessment recommendations.

- Responsibility for understanding the latest UK Government policy for projects to be eligible to enter CfD Allocation Rounds with Supply Chain Plans or Sustainable Industry Reward proposal requirements and assessing the opportunities for individual projects throughout the development phase of a project.

- Managing the delivery of a Supply Chain Plan or Sustainable Industry Reward proposals for SSE Renewables Onshore/Offshore Projects through to relevant DESNZ- CfD Allocation Round or other jurisdictional requirements.

- Taking ownership, monitoring and ensuring delivery of the targets and actions set out in the plans for Projects and Tier 1 contractors: establishing robust monitoring and management reporting processes. Also coordinate events such as 'meet the buyer, Supply Chain Briefing, Operations and Innovation events, working with external stakeholders and Tier 1 suppliers to maximise relevant attendance and positive outcomes.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Ideally this role would suit a person with a Supply Chain or Project Management background who has the ability to manage relationships across key stakeholders, influence decision making and meet strict deadlines.

- Knowledge of the Wind Energy Industry would be advantageous but not essential.

- Knowledge of DESNZ Supply Chain Plan or Sustainable Industry Reward proposal requirements would be advantageous but not essential.

- Experience of working with Scottish and UK Government departments would be advantageous.

- Good writing and document management skills.

About our Business

At SSE, we own more than 500 property assets and several thousand land assets, which are located across the length and breadth of the UK and Ireland. Our Procurement & Commercial, Property and Facilities Management teams are responsible for helping the business to procure services and materials in a timely and cost-effective way, and for ensuring SSE offers a safe, modern, fit-for-purpose property portfolio. We work right across the SSE Group, ensuring our businesses gets the best possible service and value from our supplier network, as well as ensuring all service providers are compliant and continue to meet contractual obligations and business need.

What's in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Francesca on 01738 344763.

Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come. Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

About the Role

Base Location: Flexible, however our preference is that you will be based in one of our key UK or Ireland sites, which includes but is not limited to:- Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen, Inverness, Reading, Havant, Belfast or Dublin.

Salary: £47,600- £71,600 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

A new Contracts Manager role has been created within SSE's Procurement and Commercial function. We are seeking an experienced professional to work within our Corporate category team and lead / coordinate the management of our key 'managed service provider (MSP) for MRO Consumables and the associated supply chains.

The role will work across a number of different business areas and you will be expected to have a broad knowledge of MRO or MSP solutions and have experience of managing group-wide supply agreements. We will be looking for you to hit the ground running and be able to implement and manage our strategic MRO solution and associated supplier contracts that support the wider Group requirements.

As Contracts Manager, you will be:

• Required to actively manage specific suppliers and contracts in order to drive service delivery, manage risk/ compliance and deliver ongoing financial and non-financial benefits through continuous improvement, cost reduction and supplier innovation
• Responsible for delivering an effective supplier relationship management structure between the MRO solution and key business stakeholders
• Ensure that the actual service delivery standards are in accordance with the agreed Contract/Services Schedule and that all parties are working to reduce risk and improve sustainability in terms of improving the quality and reliability of the supply chain
• Responsible for monitoring and reporting on key metrics/ KPIs and providing updates on performance, as well as providing additional insight and commentary as required
• The key contact for managing first line enquiries/ escalations from the MRO solution provider and business stakeholders and will act as an escalation point for service issues and dispute resolution.

What do I need?

To be successful in applying for this role, you will need:

• Experience in developing close working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders so as to ensure delivery standards, ensure compliance, reduce risk, improve efficiency & sustainability and the quality/ reliability of the overall supply chain.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills, with an ability to influence and secure commitment from all stakeholders, plus the ability to manage multiple projects at the same time, be flexible and quickly adapt to changing priorities.
• A sound understanding and direct experience of either delivering an MRO programme to an end client or working client side to manage an MSP and/ or end-to-end MRO supply model or a track record of managing strategic/ high value, complex contracts with multiple stakeholders across different sectors
• A strong commercial awareness in line with cost/ budget management and a clear appreciation of contractual and legislative risk.
• To have excellent communications (written and oral) skills, be highly numerate with experience of managing and interpreting numerical data. You will be expected to have appropriate IT skills, including Word, Excel, Power Point and ERP/ Contract Management systems.

Overall, we are looking for a self motivated and enthusiastic team player, who is comfortable communicating at all levels and is a confident decision maker who can challenge the norm, think creatively and see things through to a conclusion.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to take their career to the next level, help deliver a major change in terms of we manage the contingent labour requirements across the SSE Group and to work within a procurement function that is working towards becoming 'world class'.

About our Business

At SSE, we own more than 500 property assets and several thousand land assets, which are located across the length and breadth of the UK and Ireland. Our Procurement & Commercial, Property and Facilities Management teams are responsible for helping the business to procure services and materials in a timely and cost-effective way, and for ensuring SSE offers a safe, modern, fit-for-purpose property portfolio. We work right across the SSE Group, ensuring our businesses gets the best possible service and value from our supplier network, as well as ensuring all service providers are compliant and continue to meet contractual obligations and business need.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact / 01738 344763

EXTERNAL: Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

INTERNAL: As a courtesy, please let your current line manager know you are applying.

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Müller UK & Ireland is wholly owned by the Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller which employs over 24,000 people throughout Europe. In the UK, Müller develops, manufactures and markets a wide range of branded and private label dairy products made with milk from more than 1,700 British farmers. The Müller brand is ranked at No.7 in The Grocer’s Top 100 list of Britain’s Biggest Brands, and is also the 7th most chosen brand in the UK.
We are recruiting a Distribution Team Leader

We are currently recruiting for a Distribution Team Leader within the Scottish Retail department at Our Glasgow Depot.
The purpose of this role is to deliver daily briefs and debriefs and to ensure all improvement opportunities are identified and implemented.
The Ideal candidate would be hard working, a quick leaner and be flexible to work at multiple sites were needed.

Contract: Full Time / Permanent.
Salary : £33,610.00 per annum
Shift Pattern: – 4 on 4 off 2 days 2 nights (6-6)
Location: Bellshill , Glasgow
- ML4 3NY
Requirements


- Flexible working across multiple sites.
- Rotation shift pattern Days and Nights.
- Must be comfortable with the physical nature of the role.
- Able to work in cold conditions.
- Have knowledge of leading and coaching a team.

Responsibilities:

- Maintain site run folder ensuring all run changes are communicated.
- Follow the breakdown management and recovery procedures.
- Responsible for servile level reporting including customer service and shorts and late reporting.
- Promote cross functional working with sites to ensure optimum product availability.
- Warehouse stock management.
- Understanding of work instructions and standard operating procedures.
- Monitor warehouse waste, highlighting concerns and look at ways to deliver improvement.
- Provide customer support and handle any customer enquiries.

Required soft skills

- Must demonstrate strong customer service skills
- A good standard of numeracy and literacy skills.
- A positive thinker and self-motivated.
- An effective Team Leader who can work as part or a team or as an individual.

Benefits

- Competitive salary
- Enhanced overtime rates
- Weekly paid
- Salary sacrifice Pension scheme with Muller matching up to 4%
- Life Assurance at 2 x your annual salary
- We know it’s important to take time to spend with family and friends, we give you competitive holiday allowance

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come. Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

About the Role

Base Location: Flexible, however our preference is that you will be based in one of our key UK or Ireland sites, which includes but is not limited to:- Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen, Inverness, Reading, Havant, Belfast or Dublin.

Salary: £47,600- £71,600 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

A new Contracts Manager role has been created within SSE's Procurement and Commercial function. We are seeking an experienced professional to work within our Corporate category team and lead / coordinate the management of our key 'managed service provider (MSP) for MRO Consumables and the associated supply chains.

The role will work across a number of different business areas and you will be expected to have a broad knowledge of MRO or MSP solutions and have experience of managing group-wide supply agreements. We will be looking for you to hit the ground running and be able to implement and manage our strategic MRO solution and associated supplier contracts that support the wider Group requirements.

As Contracts Manager, you will be:

• Required to actively manage specific suppliers and contracts in order to drive service delivery, manage risk/ compliance and deliver ongoing financial and non-financial benefits through continuous improvement, cost reduction and supplier innovation
• Responsible for delivering an effective supplier relationship management structure between the MRO solution and key business stakeholders
• Ensure that the actual service delivery standards are in accordance with the agreed Contract/Services Schedule and that all parties are working to reduce risk and improve sustainability in terms of improving the quality and reliability of the supply chain
• Responsible for monitoring and reporting on key metrics/ KPIs and providing updates on performance, as well as providing additional insight and commentary as required
• The key contact for managing first line enquiries/ escalations from the MRO solution provider and business stakeholders and will act as an escalation point for service issues and dispute resolution.

What do I need?

To be successful in applying for this role, you will need:

• Experience in developing close working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders so as to ensure delivery standards, ensure compliance, reduce risk, improve efficiency & sustainability and the quality/ reliability of the overall supply chain.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills, with an ability to influence and secure commitment from all stakeholders, plus the ability to manage multiple projects at the same time, be flexible and quickly adapt to changing priorities.
• A sound understanding and direct experience of either delivering an MRO programme to an end client or working client side to manage an MSP and/ or end-to-end MRO supply model or a track record of managing strategic/ high value, complex contracts with multiple stakeholders across different sectors
• A strong commercial awareness in line with cost/ budget management and a clear appreciation of contractual and legislative risk.
• To have excellent communications (written and oral) skills, be highly numerate with experience of managing and interpreting numerical data. You will be expected to have appropriate IT skills, including Word, Excel, Power Point and ERP/ Contract Management systems.

Overall, we are looking for a self motivated and enthusiastic team player, who is comfortable communicating at all levels and is a confident decision maker who can challenge the norm, think creatively and see things through to a conclusion.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to take their career to the next level, help deliver a major change in terms of we manage the contingent labour requirements across the SSE Group and to work within a procurement function that is working towards becoming 'world class'.

About our Business

At SSE, we own more than 500 property assets and several thousand land assets, which are located across the length and breadth of the UK and Ireland. Our Procurement & Commercial, Property and Facilities Management teams are responsible for helping the business to procure services and materials in a timely and cost-effective way, and for ensuring SSE offers a safe, modern, fit-for-purpose property portfolio. We work right across the SSE Group, ensuring our businesses gets the best possible service and value from our supplier network, as well as ensuring all service providers are compliant and continue to meet contractual obligations and business need.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact / 01738 344763

EXTERNAL: Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

INTERNAL: As a courtesy, please let your current line manager know you are applying.

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#LI-Hybrid

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

About the Role

Base Location: Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen or Inverness

Salary: £44,100 -£79,700 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible working options available

What is the Role?

SSE's core purpose is to provide the energy people need in a reliable and sustainable way. Our strategy is to deliver sustained growth in the dividend payable to shareholders through the efficient operation of, and investment in, a balanced range of regulated and non-regulated businesses.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Supply Chain Manager to join our Procurement and Commercial team, to develop and implement key procurement and supply chain solutions across a range of projects and portfolios in our Networks Transmission business.

Reporting to the Procurement and Commercial Manager (Supply Chain), the Supply Chain Manager will support project teams and business unit stakeholders by developing strategic category plans, procurement strategies and contracts, and by providing robust pre and post contract management including supply chain engagement to support business goals and objectives.

This role would suit an experienced procurement / supply chain specialist who will:

- Take ownership of specific subject area and be direct contact for Transmission customers ensuring supply chain intel is owned, developed and provided to Transmission customers in a coordinated and concise manner.

- Lead the interface between Transmission and our Category Management teams to ensure demand requirements are properly communicated to permit group wide procurement strategies and contracts, whilst collating and consolidating supply chain intelligence required for Transmission project teams.

- Ensure Transmission procurement strategies are incorporated within group-wide category plans, provide support to group-wide procurement events by coordinating Transmission information and requirements, monitor and report on procurement events and provide contract/framework information to Transmission Customers,

- For ad-hoc tendering events that are Transmission specific, undertake full range of tendering activities for events which fall within subject area. This will include the collation of tender documentation, management of tender process, commercial analysis of contract/ tender submissions, the negotiation and drafting of specific contract terms and recommending the appropriate contract award

- Undertake supply chain management activities, have oversight and ownership of supplier engagement for allocated suppliers and assist with supply chain performance management; collation of KPI data and production of KPI reports to help in assessment of supplier performance.

What do I need?

We are looking for candidates who have working knowledge of NEC conditions of contract, along with experience in developing procurement strategies, framework management and supply chain management.

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Quantity Surveying degree / CIPS or equivalent

- Experience in managing supply chain activities

- Experience of managing frameworks/contracts on significant projects or programmes of work

- Experience of the procurement process, including strategy development and implementation, ideally within a regulated environment but this is not essential.

- Experience of NEC forms of contract, including contract drafting and contract administration.

About our Business

At SSE, we own more than 500 property assets and several thousand land assets, which are located across the length and breadth of the UK and Ireland. Our Procurement & Commercial, Property and Facilities Management teams are responsible for helping the business to procure services and materials in a timely and cost-effective way, and for ensuring SSE offers a safe, modern, fit-for-purpose property portfolio. We work right across the SSE Group, ensuring our businesses gets the best possible service and value from our supplier network, as well as ensuring all service providers are compliant and continue to meet contractual obligations and business need.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Francesca on 01738 344763.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

About the Role

Base Location: Flexible, however our preference is that you will be based in one of our key UK or Ireland sites, which includes but is not limited to:- Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen, Inverness, Reading, Havant, Belfast or Dublin.

Salary: £45,400 - £68,200 + car /car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

Reporting to the Director of Procurement for our Thermal business, you will be responsible for the Supplier Relationship Management portfolio, delivery of Sustainable Procurement activities and overseeing the Standards & Assurance requirements for the embedded Thermal procurement team.. This role will require liaison with Corporate Procurement leads in these areas and the Head of Sustainability for SSE Thermal. The postholder shall ensure the corporate standards are embedded into 'business as usual activities for SSE Thermal.

What is the Role?

The role embraces three separate areas of procurement services tailored to the requirements of the SSE Thermal business unit.

The SRM Management element shall include responsibility for developing, managing and implementing productive relationships between SSE Thermal and specified suppliers who are operating on key projects and assets across the business, or who may play a strategic role in future engagement. The role holder will regularly link between the senior leadership team and their supplier counterparts with a focus on ensuring that these suppliers are meeting key deliverables such as safety, timeliness, cost and quality. They will have responsibility to review performance and recommend changes both operationally and strategically for performance to reach a desired level.

The job holder will also be responsible for managing the delivery of strategic supply chain activities within projects and linked to UK Government criteria (e.g. sustainable supply chain, development of supplier performance measures, maximise supply chain value), looking to make improvements to both policy and processes. The job holder may also interface with external parties to enhance local content, both nationally and regionally, to ensure SSEs supply chain are actively engaged with SME businesses as well as local & regional government. The role will also include aspects of supplier development, analysis of the market and key insights, and potentially supporting Business Unit future investment opportunities.

The Sustainable Procurement element allows for interaction with SSEs Group Sustainability team, Group Procurement and specifically the SSE Thermal Sustainability lead. This element of the role is to support the Front Office Thermal team in ensuring the way in which SSE Thermal procures goods, works or services is conducted in a sustainable way and supply chain risk is mitigated and minimised. The role holder will set and maintain standards and practices that incorporate sustainability within our supply chain to mirror our corporate sustainability goals.

The Standards and Assurance Management element will include provision of support to the Head of Procurement and Commercial Standards and Assurance and Standards Manager in identifying, analysing and raising awareness on key Procurement and Commercial issues and creating and maintaining high quality SSE Procurement and Commercial standards. They will also support the Procurement and Commercial Assurance Manager to deliver high quality, valued Assurance reviews and independent monitoring, identify new risks as they arise and ensure that robust and effective controls are implemented, and any actions managed through to satisfactory resolution. The job holder will also assist the Director of Procurement - Thermal with annual inputs to the SSE Thermal Letter of Assurance.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Experience in supporting strategic projects/contracts. Working knowledge of the relevant conditions of contract. Eg NEC / FIDIC / LOGIC / IChemE.

- Sourcing management/support.

- Cost and budget management, understanding the financial aspects and implications of projects.

- Contract Administration-contract structure and documentation.

- Experience of using procurement related systems e.g. Oracle, Jaggaer.

- Aware of the commercial impact of decisions and the implications on procurement processes as well as awareness of the processes relating to procurement strategy.

About our Business

At SSE, we own more than 500 property assets and several thousand land assets, which are located across the length and breadth of the UK and Ireland. Our Procurement & Commercial, Property and Facilities Management teams are responsible for helping the business to procure services and materials in a timely and cost-effective way, and for ensuring SSE offers a safe, modern, fit-for-purpose property portfolio. We work right across the SSE Group, ensuring our businesses gets the best possible service and value from our supplier network, as well as ensuring all service providers are compliant and continue to meet contractual obligations and business need.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Fran on 01738 344763.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.