Total 13 Purchasing / Procurement / Inventory job vacancies in Chelmsford, CM2 5AE

Procurement Officer

Fixed Term, Full Time

£28,203 to £33,180 Per Annum

Location: Chelmsford

Closing Date: Tuesday 12th November 2024 at 11.59pm

Please note this vacancy is available as a Fixed Term Contract or Secondment opportunity for up to 24 months.

This role will be filled on a hybrid basis. This means you can work remotely part of the working week with an expectation to attend the office at least 1 day per week. Any journeys to the office would be at your own expense. More specific details about this can be discussed at the interview stage should you be invited to interview.

The Opportunity

This role will enable the Procurement Officer to support and deliver a wide range of procurements for Brentwood and Rochford Councils, bringing fantastic variety in the categories of procurement being supported and the stakeholders being engaged with. Working across different levels of Local Government the post holder will get a unique understanding of how Local Government works.

Accountabilities

• Manage responses to supplier queries, co-ordinating the support to market engagement events and providing contract administration.
• Lead on the delivery and development of contract and supplier amendment and update processes including, contract novations, price uplifts and on boarding new suppliers to ECC, liaising with internal and external stakeholders as appropriate.
• Manage contracts to ensure that performance standards are achieved and any contractual, commercial or market risks are identified, and appropriate mitigations put in place.
• Deal effectively with supplier correspondence, ensuring that messaging is conducted in a fair, transparent, and auditable manner.
• Lead the delivery of low risk sourcing processes, ensuring compliance with the Authority's Procurement Policy and Procedures.
• Lead the development, planning and delivery of improvement projects, ensuring effective stakeholder management and compliance with existing contractual requirements.
• Adopt a continuous improvement approach to systems and processes to support the development of best practice for wider department benefit.
• Plan and implement a risk-based programme of contract compliance audits in conjunction with specialist areas of the organisation such as Internal Audit, Corporate Health and Safety, Corporate Risk, and Information Governance.

The Experience You Will Bring

Essential:

• Educated to 'A' Level standard and/or qualification by experience of working in a commercial environment.
• Experience of running low level tenders with a working knowledge of public sector procurement law and experience of managing lower-level contracts and monitoring and improving performance and mitigating risks
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel with solid working knowledge of PowerPoint and MS Word.
• Appreciation of working in a political environment and an ability to understand and respond to different perspectives.

Desirable:

• Strong communication; verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Strong customer focus with a drive to provide a valued service.
• A positive attitude: a 'can do' approach, good work ethic and willingness to learn
• Interest in pursuing a career in procurement and either studying for or wishing to study for CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply) accreditation.

Royal Mail is something special, a well–loved brand people can rightly be proud of. We have the assets, the infrastructure and the scale that others don’t, yet we are a big part of the communities we operate in, making billions of precious deliveries each year. Our people are at the heart of our business and are integral to helping us to utilise the latest technology and business approaches to optimise, automate and digitise our operations.

Job ref: 315210

Starting salary of £23,290 (£11.75 per hour) increasing to £25,679 (£12.95 per hour), on completion of 6 month probation period. Plus, an additional supplement of £824 per annum pro rota, nightshift allowance and excellent benefits (based on a 38 hour full time week).
You could earn a total package of circa £30,000 per annum, including excellent benefits (based on a 38 hour full time week with overtime).

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Working hours: 38 Full time hours per week with opportunity for overtime. Typical attendance is Monday to Friday 23:54
- 07:30.
Location: Parcelforce Worldwide Chelmsford, Springfield Business Park, Chelmsford, CM2 5AE

The Benefits

- Medical Care including eye and dental care
- Opportunity to increase earnings by working extra hours
- Company pension scheme
- 4.5 weeks annual holiday entitlement, increasing with service
- Option to purchase additional leave direct from pay
- Career development opportunities
- Free full Uniform supplied
- Corporate discounts
At Parcelforce Worldwide it’s not just what we do, it’s how we do it that matters. That’s why we’re looking for reliable Warehouse Sorters to join our fast-paced team.

About the role
As one of our Warehouse Sorters, you’ll load and unload vehicles; scanning and labelling parcels quickly and efficiently, making sure every single package leaves our processing centre on time and in perfect condition. In return, you’ll get a rewarding role including best-in-industry benefits.

About you
As someone who is positive and practical, you’ll enjoy the hands-on nature of this role. It’s vital that you have good attention to detail and you’ll also need to be able to lift and carry parcels weighing up to 30kg (that’s equivalent to 30 litres of water).

About us
Parcelforce Worldwide provides express parcel delivery across the UK. We employ over 5,500 people and operate across a network of 54 depots throughout the UK. Our intelligent use of technology helps ensure we stay one-step ahead, and everyone that works for us has the responsibility to create a smooth and efficient service. We are always thinking ahead, and we’re always looking for friendly and committed people to join our diverse and supportive team.

Interested? We can’t wait to hear from you.

Trust is important to everything we do in Parcelforce. We want to build that trust from the very beginning of your journey with us. The first step is your interview; and we mean your interview. We want to give you the opportunity to present us with your best examples. As a result, we will provide you with your interview questions ahead of the interview taking place, to allow you time to prepare in advance. We want to be transparent about what kind of qualities we are looking for and what a job with Parcelforce entails. Trust on the doorstep starts with you.

Please note once our maximum number of applications has been reached, this advert will be closed.

Job Advert

At Livity Life, part of Millbrook Healthcare Group, we’re leading the Technology Enabled Care (TEC) revolution. Using the most
innovative technology and cutting-edge digital tools. We deliver a transformational service that challenges norms and delivers the
very best care experience.  

We have an exciting opportunity for a Customer Service Coordinator & Warehouse Operative to join the team within our
Essex Technology Enabled Care (TEC) Service Centre based in Chelmsford. This is an excellent opportunity where you'll work as part
of an engaged and motivated team, for a company committed to reward and recognition for a job well done. Millbrook Healthcare
Group work in partnership with the local authority to supply TEC solutions to support people in their day-to-day life. This TEC
service provides the assessment of service users’ care technology needs all the way through to the installation, maintenance and
review of technology equipment. 

The Role:

* Assist and manage incoming calls and answering any customer queries
* Coordinating equipment orders to be delivered, installed and collected
* Order analysis by checking, identifying and reporting any errors made via online orders
* Providing telephone and email advice to clinical/social care staff to support effective TEC prescription
* General administration that supports daily activities and duties
* Assisting with selecting appropriate stock in the warehouse for technicians, ensuring stock is recorded and maintained,
* Working with people experiencing different vulnerabilities.



What are we looking for?

* Experience in a similar, busy and fast paced customer service environment
* Relevant telephone-based customer service experience is preferred
* Good attention to detail and accuracy
* Previous experience of administration, order processing and scheduling of workloads
* Professional and confident manner via telephone and email
* Previous stock management experience would be advantageous but is not essential
* Competent IT skills with Microsoft Office programmes and ability to learn new systems



What can we offer you?

* An annual salary of £25,352.70
* Monday to Friday 40 hours pw
* 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) plus optional 5 days unpaid
* Company Pension Scheme
* Life Assurance
* A rewards scheme - 200+ exclusive perks and discounts from leading retailers and leisure outlets



Millbrook Healthcare Group are an inclusive and caring employer who understand that not everyone’s job needs are the same.
Therefore we are open to supporting flexible working requests such as part time working, job shares and flexible hours wherever
possible, to support our colleagues life style differences. So please feel free to let us know of any specific requirements you
may have and these can then be discussed in more detail if you are successful in your application.

 

Our ambition at Millbrook Healthcare is to become the leading provider in the assisted living sector whilst ensuring our core
company values ‘CARES’ remain unchanged. We are always looking to recruit hard working and talented individuals to become a part
of our ongoing growth and success. You’ll enjoy all the support and encouragement you need to reach your own potential and develop
a rewarding career along the way.



Care and respect for our colleagues and service users

Accountable and proud

Ready to learn and grow

Enhance our service users’ lives

Socially responsible, ethical and transparent

 

This role is working in a regulated activity and may be subject to a DBS disclosure, satisfactory references and Social Media
Screening.

We are recruiting a full time Warehouse Operative for our client in South Woodham Ferrers, Essex. Previous production experience is essential.

You will be required to work Monday to Friday from 8am until 4pm.

***40 hours paid per week***

£11.44 per hour PAYE

Email a CV - email@oakemployment.co.uk

Clean working environment
Very friendly welcoming company where you are treated as one of the team
Large company offering excellent job security
Opportunity to grow and progress within the business
Variety of Work
No experience needed
No Weekends
Weekly Pay
Holiday pay
Pension Contributions
Easy to use online payslips portal
Duties include working in the warehouse and work shop in a small team, you will learn different skills for each department and the work will involve using various hand tools in the production room as well as other general warehouse duties. At times this role will involve heavy lifting.

The Job

• Working as part of a team providing excellent customer service wherever there is interaction with one of our customers
• Using specialist equipment such as the sawmill, paint mixers and forklifts
• We sell building materials, so there will be an element of manual handling, we can make reasonable adjustments if you need them
• Merchandising stock displays and replenishing shelves across the branch
• The contracted hours for this role are 37 or more

What's in it for you?

Here at Selco, we value our colleagues, and you will be entitled to a whole host of benefits when working with us. We offer a wide range of lifestyle perks, including;

• Free health cash plan, making it easy for you and your family to get the healthcare you need and claim back the costs.
• Profit Based bonus scheme, up to £175 per month.
• Discounts and offers at thousands of retailers, cinemas, restaurants, amusement parks and gyms.
• Generous staff discount on all products sold in store.
• Competitive company pension scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Holiday Buying.
• Free life assurance.
• Share save scheme.

At Selco, the opportunities for professional growth and development are limitless. We actively support and encourage internal advancements through a fully developed and supported career path, with plenty of training opportunities along the way to help you develop the career path you want.

About Us

Fancy developing your career with the UK's fastest growing builders' merchants? We're on the lookout for enthusiastic and ambitious individuals with a 'can do' attitude to help us serve the nation's tradespeople.

We won't pretend it's not hard work and at times a challenging environment however you'll be working with some great people and in return we offer a first-class rewards package.

We're growing year-on-year with no signs of slowing down. With new branches opening their doors nationwide, this is your chance to be a part of our exciting journey and build your career with Selco.

We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a work environment that is diverse, inclusive and welcoming to all. Our aim is for Selco colleagues to be a true representation of all sections of society. We are committed to the Health and Safety of our Colleagues being our top priority.

We are recruiting a full time Warehouse Operative for our client in South Woodham Ferrers, Essex. Full training is provided.

You will be required to work Monday to Friday from 8am until 4pm.

***40 hours paid per week***

£11.44 per hour PAYE

Email a CV to apply - email@oakemployment.co.uk

Clean working environment
Very friendly welcoming company where you are treated as one of the team
Large company offering excellent job security
Opportunity to grow and progress within the business
Variety of Work
No experience needed
No Weekends
Weekly Pay
Holiday pay
Pension Contributions
Easy to use online payslips portal

Duties include working in the warehouse and work shop in a small team, you will learn different skills for each department and the work will involve using various hand tools in the production room as well as other general warehouse duties such as re-labelling products. At times this role will include heavy lifting.

Procurement Officer Passenger Transport

Permanent, Full Time

£28,203 to £33,180 per annum

Location: Chelmsford

Closing Date: Sunday 11th August 2024 at 11.59pm

Please note the working style for this role is an Anywhere Worker but we will require you to attend the office in Chelmsford on average 1 day a week around business need.

We are currently looking to recruit for a Procurement Officer to join our award-winning Procurement Service with this role focused on Passenger Transport.

Job Purpose

Procurement Services at Essex County Council involves the buying and contract managing of all of the council's goods, services and works. This includes everything from contract managing the highways, to assessing submissions for the next foster care home, to planning for the future of our property strategy. The teams are split based on their category, with each team being responsible for the category planning, sourcing and contract management for their respective area.

We are excited to announce that we are currently recruiting for a Procurement Officer in the Passenger Transport team, which is responsible for Home to School Transport, Local Bus Services and the Sustainable Transport Strategy. The Passenger Transport team is unique in terms of the variety of opportunities available due to the range of responsibilities. You will have the chance that exist across the team. The Passenger Transport Team is a great place to develop your procurement skills across the three main stages of the Procurement lifecycle: category planning, sourcing and contract management.

This role will offer a wide range of experience supporting the Procurement function in various aspects, including managing supplier queries, supporting market engagement events, providing contract administration, as well as working on low-risk sourcing and contract management activities. You will conduct research and market analysis supporting Procurement Managers in the creation of Category Plans.

This is a great role for someone who has good commercial and analytical skills that would like to move into Procurement as a profession. You will gain extensive knowledge and have the opportunity to progress your career in a supportive environment with a culture of continuous improvement. You will be able to work towards a level 4 qualification from the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply after successful probation.

Accountabilities

• Manage responses to supplier queries, co-ordinating the support to market engagement events and providing contract administration.
• Lead on the delivery and development of contract and supplier amendment and update processes including, contract novation's, price uplifts and onboarding new suppliers to ECC, liaising with internal and external stakeholders as appropriate.
• Manage contracts to ensure that performance standards are achieved and any contractual, commercial or market risks are identified, and appropriate mitigations put in place.
• Deal effectively with supplier correspondence, ensuring that messaging is conducted in a fair, transparent and auditable manner.
• Lead the delivery of low risk sourcing processes, ensuring compliance with the Authority's Procurement Policy and Procedures.
• Lead the development, planning and delivery of improvement projects, ensuring effective stakeholder management and compliance with existing contractual requirements.
• Adopt a continuous improvement approach to systems and processes to support the development of best practice for wider department benefit.
• Plan and implement a risk-based programme of contract compliance audits in conjunction with specialist areas of the organisation such as Internal Audit, Corporate Health and Safety, Corporate Risk and Information Governance.
• Specific individual and shared targets and objectives are defined annually within the performance management framework.
• Opportunity to support in the contract management of ECC's transport contracts, and develop over time to manage your own contracts.

The Experience You Will Bring

Essential:

• Educated to 'A' Level standard and/or qualification by experience of working in a commercial environment.
• Experience of running low value procurements with a working knowledge of public sector procurement law; and/or experience managing low value contracts, monitoring and improving performance and mitigating risks
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Suite platforms, with particular emphasis on Microsoft Excel.
• You will work in collaboration with other service areas within the Council, using influencing and other soft skills to provide accurate procurement advice and guidance to stakeholders.

Desirable:

• Strong communication; verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Strong customer focus with a drive to provide a valued service.
• A positive attitude: a 'can do' approach, good work ethic and willingness to learn
• Interest in pursuing a career in procurement and either studying for or wishing to study for CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply) accreditation.

What’s your favourite filling??? Join the team that has been consistently recognised for its OUTSTANDING achievements in the food production industry!!

Do you have experience with goods in/ Goods out and want to step up into a team leader role? 2-10pm 5days a week

• Company pension
• free LUNCH daily
• Birthday off every year
• twice yearly bonus paid up to 10% of salary.

Your day.....

• Maintain control throughout the entire low risk workforce, this can be achieved by utilising the chain of command effectively and working closely with the shift leader and the management team.
• You are responsible for maintaining standards of quality, hygiene, and safety throughout the despatch area.
• Co-operates and works well with others in pursuit of team goals.
• Be a good communicator and effective delegator.

• Full UK License - to drive the truck on road

• Must have knowledge of all tasks performed throughout Goods in and Despatch within the low-risk FMCG area.
• Experience in a supervisory role within a manufacturing environment.
• Food manufacturing experience
• Food hygiene / HACCP qualification would be desirable
• Workplace Health & Safety regulations
• Forklift license

If interested, please call Charlie on 01206 560523.

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Procurement Assistant Manager

Fixed Term, 12 months

Full Time, 37 hours per week

Up to £40,313 per annum

Location: Chelmsford / Hybrid

Working Style: Anywhere worker - expectation to attend the office (County Hall, Chelmsford) is once a week on average

Closing Date: 3rd July 2024

The Role

We are looking for an experienced procurement professional to fulfil this truly wide-ranging role spanning both category and contract work you will deal with the full procurement lifecycle, touching all elements of the process from cradle to grave.

This is an exciting role in the Procurement Team that manages the Economy, Capital and Indirect Services spend where your focus will be indirect spend buying and supplier management. You will be joining a team of approx. 25 procurement professionals.

You will gain extensive knowledge and have the opportunity to progress your career using best practice methodology. Great stakeholder skills are key as well as a 'can do' attitude and this is an opportunity to be part of a professional team.

This is a great role in a vibrant and growing team. You'll find an inclusive culture and a place where your opinion is valued.

For more information on Procurement careers within the Council and the broader Procurement Service, visit https://workingforessex.com/careers-in-procurement .

Why work with us?

- Make a difference to the local community, be that infrastructure, climate change or adult social care and help us transform Essex to a circular economy as we redefine growth and focus on positive society-wide benefits.

- We are a very large procurement team with circa 120 staff and have seen the department grow by 25% over the last 18 months. Annual Spend of £1.2 billion.

- We are the only CIPS accredited County Council in the UK.

- We are the largest Local Authority Procurement Team in the UK and have a national reputation for excellence.

- Work for a high performing team with great team morale and friendly, helpful, and supportive colleagues.

- Happy to consider Public and Private sector backgrounds

- Great training pathways. Encouragement to all staff for their continual professional development with full support and guidance towards CIPS / MCIPS

- Flexible working - with no official start or finish time you can make your work arrangement work around the other elements of your life offering a fantastic work / life balance.

- Local Authority Pension Scheme. For more details please visit: https://www.essexpensionfund.co.uk/

- 27 days annual leave plus bank holiday.

- 37 hour working week.

- Continuous Service - Joining us from another local authority? Then you could benefit from bringing your time served and benefits with you.

Accountabilities

· Lead the development, maintenance and implementation of category strategies, ensuring alignment to commissioning objectives.

· Develop and implement innovative approaches and solutions in the delivery of complex projects to enhance levels of service and minimise costs. This requires working collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation and externally, to ensure best practice can be achieved when implementing new ways of working.

· Collaborate with Senior Managers and Members as to the commercial and financial viability of differing commercial options for specific projects within complex and at times, contentious environments.

· Manage suppliers to ensure they consistently achieve the performance standards set out in contracts and that adequate controls are in place to protect the Authority's interests. Take a proactive approach to identifying and investigating contractual, commercial and market risks to ensure continuity of supply and protect the Authority's interests.

· Operate a continuous improvement approach to identify and deliver on-going changes whilst also leading the negotiation of commercial and contractual changes to ensure they consistently meet business requirements.

· Lead projects and tenders, ensuring all sourcing activity fully complies with appropriate legislation and regulation whilst also complying with ECC policies.

· Work collaboratively with incumbent suppliers and potential new entrants to identify gaps in market provision and explore opportunities to close those gaps.

· Provide support and advice to stakeholders regarding any contractual or procurement matters.

· Support the adoption of best practice approaches with the aim of ensuring that the Procurement function is seen as 'best in class'. Ensure policies, procedures, documents and workflows are kept up-to-date and remain best in class.

· Specific individual and shared targets and objectives are defined annually within the performance management framework.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

· Educated to A level with a relevant professional qualification such as MCIPS or working towards such a qualification or equivalent demonstrable work experience with evidence of continuing professional development.

· Knowledge of category management and experience of using this methodology in complex commercial environments to deliver significant cost or service improvements.

· A demonstrable track record of managing strategic contracts in business critical environments. This should include evidence of defining, measuring and improving key elements of supplier performance.

· Evidence of some experience of delivering continuous improvements in strategic arrangements with evidence of generating significant cost and service benefits.

· Evidence of some knowledge of contract law and legislation relevant to the specific category / categories within their control and its impact on market management, finance and contractual arrangements.

· Extensive knowledge of public sector procurement law with an ability to explain the law to non-procurement staff and find pragmatic solutions to potential legal difficulties.

· Comprehensive negotiating skills appropriate to multi million pound contracts and experience of planning and delivering successful negotiations.

· An awareness of working in a political environment.

For more information on the procurement service and the wider Corporate Function please visit https://workingforessex.com/role/corporate-services

Why Essex? Essex County Council has a location to be proud of. Our 1,300 square miles stretch from Constable Country to the Thames Estuary, from the dynamic M11 corridor to the traditional seaside resorts of Clacton and Walton. England's oldest town, Colchester, and two of its newest - Basildon and Harlow - are right here. Along with the City of Chelmsford, the county town, they form our major population centres. It means real choice and makes Essex the ideal place for your career. To read more please visit: https://www.workingforessex.com/about-us/

Apply and next steps

Ambitious people really fit in here so if you are a talented Procurement Assistant Manager then we would love to hear from you. Please apply via the Working for Essex website, ensuring you upload an up-to-date CV and provide a supporting statement when prompted.

Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process.

We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying.

Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

If you have any queries regarding this role, or require anything further, please email resourcing.team@essex.gov.uk

Procurement Support Officer

Fixed Term, Full Time

Up to £26,535 per annum

Location: Chelmsford

This role will be filled on a hybrid basis. This means you can work remotely part of the working week with an expectation to attend the office at least 1 day per week. Any journeys to the office would be at your own expense. More specific details about this can be discussed at the interview stage should you be invited to interview.

Please note that this is a fixed term contract / secondment opportunity for a period of 12 months.

Are you looking for a role where your input can shape and redefine the future? This is an exciting opportunity for a graduate or 6th form school leaver who is looking to experience the world of work within a fast paced procurement team. If you are a problem solver, have great Microsoft skills and are ready to jump into any challenge, then read on!

Job Purpose

Essex County Council are looking to recruit a procurement Support officer to join their driven, ambitious, and collaborative team. You will be required to support the Procurement function in various aspects, including managing and fielding supplier queries, supporting market engagement events, and providing contract administration. The Procurement Support Officer will also support the delivery of research and analysis which informs category plans and potential improvements to the management of suppliers and markets. The ideal candidate will seek opportunities to remove waste, implement technologies and automate processes within existing contractual restrictions.

You will have excellent analytical skills to explore alternative solutions which meet customer requirements and a can-do attitude. Although this is a fixed term role it will give the grounding for a future career pathway and you will benefit from training and development throughout the year.

Accountabilities

• Assist on the delivery and development of contract and supplier amendment and update processes including, contract novation, price uplifts and on boarding new suppliers to ECC, liaising with internal and external stakeholders as appropriate.
• Deliver robust research and analysis to support the team to ensure category plans are up to date and the management of suppliers and markets meet client needs.
• Deal effectively with supplier correspondence, ensuring that messaging is conducted in a fair, transparent and auditable manner.
• Support the delivery of low risk sourcing processes, ensuring compliance with the Authority's Procurement Policy and Procedures.
• Aid the development, planning and delivery of improvement projects, ensuring effective stakeholder management and compliance with existing contractual requirements.
• Adopt a continuous improvement approach to systems and processes to support the development of best practice for wider department benefit.
• Facilitate on reporting requirements with particular focus on performance management, risk management and corporate measures.
• Specific individual and shared targets and objectives are defined annually within the performance management framework.

The Experience You Will Bring

Essential:

• Educated to 'A' Level standard and/or qualification by experience of working in a commercial environment.
• Excellent in the use of Microsoft Excel. Solid working knowledge of PowerPoint and MS Word.
• Strong communication; verbal, written and presentation skills.
• A positive attitude: a 'can do' approach, good work ethic and willingness to learn

Desirable:

• Strong customer focus with a drive to provide a valued service.
• Interest in pursuing a career in procurement and either studying for or wishing to study for CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply) accreditation.

WDE Recruitment are looking for a warehouse operative to join their clients team in Chelmsford.
Your duties will be to load and unload vehicles, scanning and labelling parcels, making sure all the addresses on the labels are visible, making sureevery parcels leaves on time and in good condition.

The working times are Monday - Friday 23.30 - 07.30

PAYE £12.82 ph (inclusive of holiday)

This is a temporary position with immediate start.

Procurement Assistant Manager

Permanent, Full Time

Up to £40,313 per annum

Location: Chelmsford / Hybrid

Working Style: Anywhere worker - expectation to attend the office (County Hall, Chelmsford) is once a week on average

Closing Date: 21st April 2024

The Role

We are looking for an experienced procurement professional to fulfil this truly wide-ranging role spanning both category and contract work you will deal with the full procurement lifecycle, touching all elements of the process from cradle to grave.

This is an exciting role in the corporate team where your focus will be technology and indirect spend buying and supplier management. You will be joining a team of approx. 25 procurement professionals.

You will gain extensive knowledge and have the opportunity to progress your career using best practice methodology. Great stakeholder skills are key as well as a 'can do' attitude and this is an opportunity to be part of a professional team.

This is a great role in a vibrant and growing team. You'll find an inclusive culture and a place where your opinion is valued.

For more information on Procurement careers within the Council and the broader Procurement Service, visit https://workingforessex.com/careers-in-procurement .

Why work with us?

- Make a difference to the local community, be that infrastructure, climate change or adult social care and help us transform Essex to a circular economy as we redefine growth and focus on positive society-wide benefits.

- We are a very large procurement team with circa 120 staff and have seen the department grow by 25% over the last 18 months. Annual Spend of £1.2 billion.

- We are the only CIPS accredited County Council in the UK.

- We are the largest Local Authority Procurement Team in the UK and have a national reputation for excellence.

- Work for a high performing team with great team morale and friendly, helpful, and supportive colleagues.

- Happy to consider Public and Private sector backgrounds

- Great training pathways. Encouragement to all staff for their continual professional development with full support and guidance towards CIPS / MCIPS

- Flexible working - with no official start or finish time you can make your work arrangement work around the other elements of your life offering a fantastic work / life balance.

- Local Authority Pension Scheme. For more details please visit: https://www.essexpensionfund.co.uk/

- 27 days annual leave plus bank holiday.

- 37 hour working week.

- Continuous Service - Joining us from another local authority? Then you could benefit from bringing your time served and benefits with you.

Accountabilities

· Lead the development, maintenance and implementation of category strategies, ensuring alignment to commissioning objectives.

· Develop and implement innovative approaches and solutions in the delivery of complex projects to enhance levels of service and minimise costs. This requires working collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation and externally, to ensure best practice can be achieved when implementing new ways of working.

· Collaborate with Senior Managers and Members as to the commercial and financial viability of differing commercial options for specific projects within complex and at times, contentious environments.

· Manage suppliers to ensure they consistently achieve the performance standards set out in contracts and that adequate controls are in place to protect the Authority's interests. Take a proactive approach to identifying and investigating contractual, commercial and market risks to ensure continuity of supply and protect the Authority's interests.

· Operate a continuous improvement approach to identify and deliver on-going changes whilst also leading the negotiation of commercial and contractual changes to ensure they consistently meet business requirements.

· Lead projects and tenders, ensuring all sourcing activity fully complies with appropriate legislation and regulation whilst also complying with ECC policies.

· Work collaboratively with incumbent suppliers and potential new entrants to identify gaps in market provision and explore opportunities to close those gaps.

· Provide support and advice to stakeholders regarding any contractual or procurement matters.

· Support the adoption of best practice approaches with the aim of ensuring that the Procurement function is seen as 'best in class'. Ensure policies, procedures, documents and workflows are kept up-to-date and remain best in class.

· Specific individual and shared targets and objectives are defined annually within the performance management framework.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

· Educated to A level with a relevant professional qualification such as MCIPS or working towards such a qualification or equivalent demonstrable work experience with evidence of continuing professional development.

· Knowledge of category management and experience of using this methodology in complex commercial environments to deliver significant cost or service improvements.

· A demonstrable track record of managing strategic contracts in business critical environments. This should include evidence of defining, measuring and improving key elements of supplier performance.

· Evidence of some experience of delivering continuous improvements in strategic arrangements with evidence of generating significant cost and service benefits.

· Evidence of some knowledge of contract law and legislation relevant to the specific category / categories within their control and its impact on market management, finance and contractual arrangements.

· Extensive knowledge of public sector procurement law with an ability to explain the law to non-procurement staff and find pragmatic solutions to potential legal difficulties.

· Comprehensive negotiating skills appropriate to multi million pound contracts and experience of planning and delivering successful negotiations.

· An awareness of working in a political environment.

For more information on the procurement service and the wider Corporate Function please visit https://workingforessex.com/role/corporate-services

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As a pharmacy procurement technician you will be involved in all aspects of purchasing within the department for Broomfield hospital and over time the wider MSE team. Reporting to the Pharmacy Procurement lead the post holders duties will include but is not limited to; Purchasing of medicines, shortage management, invoicing, finance, contract and system management, outsourcing. This is a fast paced environment and we are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to work within the team. You will be part of the day to day running of the pharmacy procurement department.