Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager

Location: Newry, Mourne, Down District

Job Type: Temporary | Full-Time Opportunity Available

Salary: £26.51

The Client: Local Government body based in Newry, serving local residents.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay - Earn a great hourly rate while gaining valuable experience.
• Supportive Team - Work with a friendly and professional team that values collaboration.

About the Role

To take responsibility for leading, developing and co-ordinating the strategic procurement needs of the Council within the context of the Council's strategic objectives. This will include establishing and managing a corporate procurement team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and review the Council's procurement strategy and associated policies and procedures, to take account of current and emerging regional, national and European procurement best practice.
• Establish and manage an effective and efficient procurement team.
• Support the procurement of any strategic partnering/and or collaboration framework agreements and develop any subsequent contact arrangements derived from such agreements.
• Achieve continuous improvement of procurement by developing high level procurement skills, consultancy support and best practice across the Council.
• Develop performance indicators for procurement and monitor performance against agreed targets to ensure the timely production of reports and statistical information.
• Deliver business process improvements through the identification and development of
  opportunities where efficiency gains can be achieved through the procurement process.
• Provide a comprehensive Procurement service, including Capital and other works, Goods,
  Services and Supplies from low value purchases to highest value EU tenders, which
  meets the needs of the Council, regulatory authorities and statutory agencies.
• Lead, promote and modernise Procurement across the Council and independent trading
  units operated by or responsible to the Council, within the stringent constraints of the EU
  and UK directives.

Requirements

• Have a minimum of a Level 6* qualification for e.g. University degree AND At least 2years' experience advising management in relation to Procurement Policy and Procedures to include:

• Experience of managing procurement processes across a range of specialisms and of varying complexity.
• Experience in developing strategic procurement solutions to support organisational performance ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and best practice.
• Experience of managing budget and complex tenders.
• Experience in producing reports for management.
• Experience of managing a procurement team.
• Experience of working collaboratively with a range of internal and external stakeholders to achieve successful delivery of projects.

OR

• Have a minimum of a Level 5* qualification for e.g. HND and at least 3 years' experience advising management in relation to Procurement Policy and Procedures to include areas a-f.
• Full Membership of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply or equivalent. (MCIPS - Level 6) OR A commitment to achieve membership within 3 years of commencing post. Individual must commence qualification within two months from start date.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of Procurement regulations and Contract Law and audit requirements.
• Must be able to demonstrate competence in use of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, databases and able to manage email.
• Hold a full current driving licence and access to transport, or access to transport to meet the requirements of the post.
• Ability to work outside of normal office hours, including evenings, weekends and public/bank holidays.

How to Apply

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Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced environment while making a real impact. Apply now!

**Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK and Ireland. We are unable to sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.**