Procurement Strategist
The role of a Procurement Strategist involves overseeing the use of electronic tendering systems to streamline procurement processes and enhance user experience. This position requires strategic leadership and direction in e-tendering systems, as well as experience managing the use of these systems.
This professional will be responsible for coordinating e-tendering activities, ensuring compliance with procurement policies, and optimising the use of e-tendering platforms to achieve efficient and transparent procurement processes.
Key Responsibilities
* Streamline procurement processes by leveraging e-tendering platforms and enhancing user experience.
* Lead and manage the use of the e-tendering system from initiation to completion.
* Act as an expert point of contact for all e-tendering queries related to the use of the system and e-tendering processes.
* Collaborate with Procurement Leaders and Head of Procurement Operations to provide eTendering system expertise / assistance on a day to day basis.
* Monitor and analyse e-tendering performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.
* Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and procurement policies, including those related to public procurement and the e-tendering process.
* Provide training and support to team members on e-tendering systems and processes.
* Maintain accurate records and documentation of all e-tendering activities.
* Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in e-tendering and procurement.
* Cooperate with colleagues in all matters relating to health and safety, always following safe working procedures.
* Act as a role model for our vision and values, behaving in ways that align with our Ways of Working, and encouraging and supporting others to do the same.
* Take necessary care to properly protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of corporate information, preventing unauthorised disclosure, modification, or destruction.
* Perform additional tasks, activities or other duties as may be required or assigned as part of this role.
Required Skills and Qualifications
* A minimum 15 years' experience in public procurement, particularly for large-scale infrastructure projects.
* Experience providing strategic leadership and direction in e-tendering systems.
* Ability to work within multi-disciplinary functions and teams while ensuring that all procurement related tasks are conducted in a timely and accurate manner.
* Ability to operate and execute effectively in a dynamic environment with multiple priorities and engaging deadlines.
* Ability to drive team participation and high performance.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong analytical ability.
* Strong team leadership skills with an ability to influence to drive effective decision making.
* Strong ability to multitask, prioritise, and work well under pressure to meet established deadlines.
* Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills along with high personal motivation and energy.
* Ability to develop long term relationships with all team members and effectively balance people and processes.
* A minimum Level 8 degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject area, such as engineering, supply chain, procurement, quantity surveying, business, or related discipline.
* A Level 9 Masters in a relevant field would be advantageous (or equivalent masters).
Benefits
We offer flexible and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.
Others
Even if you feel you don't fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.