IT/Tech Procurement Specialist – Public SectorIn this role you will be a key member of the Procurement team – with experience tendering ideally in the public sector.What you will do : -Be responsible for the management of successful tendering & contract management for the company.Tender IT/ICT Technology projects in line with EU Directives, Procurement Policies & ProceduresAchieve value for money through tenderingDevelop & Lead on sustainability through tenderingInvestment appraisal – to realise benefitsRun manage mini-tender competitionsBe able to justify decisions made & actions taken, in particular with any legal challengeManage IT projects & contractsNegotiate Contract Negotiations with legacy IT systemsCreate & manage SOPs with end users to ensure compliance with the contract termsRun compliance reports & KPIsComply with the Public Spending CodeLead on weekly/monthly meetings with business partnersTrack actual spends & highlight variance in budget & actual spendYou will : -Have a minimum level 6 qualification in Public Procurement with 3 years' experience in Public Procurement.Have experience in the various tendering procedures, such as Frameworks, Qualification systems, Dynamic Purchasing Systems, Competitive Dialogue & the Negotiated procedure.Know procurement processes & decisions must in all respects be non-discriminatory, fair, equitable & ensure Value for Money.Have strong commercial focus.Have excellent communication skills, an ability to liaise, influence, negotiate, challenge effectively & build relationships at various mgt levels & with suppliers.Be creative & innovative approach towards developing solutions to improve standards of service or reduce costsBring excellent planning & organisational skills.Bring experience in working with multi-disciplinary team members & stakeholders to ensure high performance & achieving objectivesBring strong IT skills in the MS Office suiteCompetencies:Leading & managing changeEstablishing strong relationship & an ability to influence & deliver the best outcomeDeciding & initiating action with a focus on value for moneyCustomer service orientationAchievement through personal engagementAbility to meet deadlines, planning & implementationBenefits:competitive salary with pension, discounted GP, free parking, on site gym plus hybrid working.Please apply to discuss with Nicola