Head of Procurement in Milton

About the Company

The Head of Procurement is a member of the Extended Executive Leadership Team and reports directly to the Divisional Director of Legal & Commercial. The Head of Procurement is responsible for managing the strategic planning, delivery, and management of the procurement function which comprises two separate companies. The core responsibility is to ensure that all strategic and tactical procurement activities carried out by the function fully comply with the governing procurement and legislative framework while operating within the financial framework. The organisation is undergoing a period of transformation to the way in which it delivers its services, maximising efficiencies and implementing new systems to support organisational transformation.

About the Role:

This will require a review of all procurement activity within the group and the development of a structure suitable for supporting the needs of the business and any operational transformation. The post holder will ensure the procurement function, both strategic and tactical, supports the needs of the business, service delivery, and transformation. The Procurement function is crucial in supporting delivery of manufactured goods, repairs, maintenance, investment, and construction services to its members and third parties. Procurement is essentially the planning, purchase, and monitoring of externally provided supplies and services within a compliant environment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for implementing Conditions of Services and Policies and Procedures relating to the HR function e.g. Recruitment, Discipline, Grievance, Absence Management etc.
• To lead the procurement function to be fully compliant with the planning, legislative and financial framework.
• Ensure that the functions responsibilities are met and strategies, performance targets and plans are implemented and achieved.
• Responsible for leading on, managing, and supporting the development, monitoring and review of the procurement strategy which will support the organisational Strategy.
• Development of procurement strategies to achieve best value from procured services.
• To develop and monitor effective systems and procedures for procurement, contracting and contract management, ensuring they are followed.
• To ensure that all procurement activity is undertaken within clear financial frameworks.
• To participate in the implementation of business change and business case development across the organisation ensuring that objectives are achieved, and resources are secured and organised.
• To provide supplies and services and promote relationships with Members and their subsidiaries.
• Lead teams of staff and ensure that staff are deployed appropriately with support, supervision, and development of staff via personal development processes.
• Ensure staff adhere to employer’s code of conduct.
• Manage, lead, and develop strategic plans as well as manage, develop, communicate and control operational plans.
• You will develop a good understanding of the business and the industry it operates whilst leading an integrated professional procurement team, responsible for aligning with business objectives.
• Assist with the development and delivery of the annual business planning and financial strategy including developing, understanding, and influencing the cost and income drivers relevant to the business.
• Lead on procurement issues in key meetings to provide professional advice and guidance to drive business decisions, minimise risk and deliver good corporate governance.
• Good relationship management with all key stakeholders at all levels within the organisation.
• The post holder will provide critical advice, support, and guidance on all procurement matters.
• A key part of this role will be to bring influence on business decisions to ensure immediate and longer-term procurement implications, opportunities and risks are fully considered.

Qualifications

• CIPS highly desirable
• Degree in a relevant subject or equivalent qualification/experience.
• Evidence of continuing, relevant, professional, and personal development.
• Extensive experience in a senior role within a complex business environment, with practical experience of applying strategic planning and performance tools.
• Leadership and influencing skills.
• Proven track record in collaborative working that produces results within dynamic, and participative decision-making environments.
• Proven track record in developing structures and systems to support the attainment of organisational goals.
• Managerial competencies including excellent team-working, experience of managing staff, negotiation and communication skills and strong decision-making skills.
• Experience of working/function at a strategic level within an organisation, with strong persuasive and influencing skills and the ability to present ideas and proposals effectively at a senior level.
• Ability to interpret legislative requirements and apply technical issues.
• Ability to understand and utilise large volumes of complex data to support business performance.
• Established negotiating skills to influence and provide challenge to budget holders.
• Desirable − Management qualifications.
• Experience of working at a senior level within a local authority construction environment.
• Experience of working at a senior level within a procurement/contract management function.

Pay range and compensation package: Excellent

Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is committed to diversity and inclusivity.