Job Description - Procurement Lead - Fixed Term contract (12 months) The Royal Household
Working towards or full membership of the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (MCIPS) is desirable. Completion of the annual CIPS Ethical Procurement & Supply e-learning.
To have substantial experience in a procurement role across a range of categories, with knowledge of evaluating pre-qualification questionnaires to widen the supply chain and experience of tendering and evaluation. Public Sector experience is preferrable
Experience of applying procurement policy to project scenarios, whilst knowing when to refer queries upwards.
Can demonstrate capability of leading or participating in tender evaluations to identify a fair and compliant result that demonstrates value for money.
Experience of procuring using JCT and/or NEC3 contracts is beneficial.
Experience of e-tendering software would be useful, but not essential.
Experience of maintaining project electronic records and databases to produce quality management information for reporting to the Management Board.
Ideally started, and preferably completed, the Government Commercial Function's Transforming Public Procurement training via the Government's Commercial College Qualification(s) or experience, ideally in business administration or equivalent.
Proficient IT skills with a thorough knowledge of MS Office packages.
A good understanding of corporate governance compliance, risk and control in a property and procurement environment.
Has excellent written communication skills, can produce work that is clear, accurate and appropriate for varied audiences. Skilled at report writing and able to communicate complex information to non-specialists.
A confident communicator with natural interpersonal skills and able to engage with varied audiences and has the ability to develop a rapport with colleagues and contacts, utilising negotiating and influencing skills to produce a positive outcome.
Works well in a team and is consistently helpful, supportive and respectful. Can adapt easily to different ways of working and work effectively with a wide range of people.
Experience of supporting procurement team members and working collaboratively to deliver procurements or goals.
Possess a good eye for detail in preparing and peer reviewing tender documents. Able to interrogate data to spot inconsistences and irregularities as part of the governance and audit process.
Excellent planning skills and the ability to effectively organise a varied and reactive workload. Can plan and prioritise tasks and activities to deliver outstanding results.
Has a flexible approach to work and can readily adapt to meet changing requirements.
Benchmarks externally to have a direct understanding of sourcing new suppliers from the marketplace whilst driving existing to improve their performance and delivery.
Experience of delivering procurements and contracts at a pace and providing feedback to key stakeholders (including suppliers) with a view to maintaining continuous improvement.
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