Principal, PODD in London

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Managing a small team, monitoring and managing performance, supporting staff development and engagement, and leading on talent management activities including coaching, training, and mentoring team members.
• Taking the procurement lead in multi-disciplinary teams to develop and deliver long-term operational and commercial strategies, enabling optimal outcomes through advice and structured project support.
• Leading negotiations and drafting contracts and agreements, including management and resolution of issues arising from project implementation.
• Drafting market data, spend analysis, and other procurement reporting for the Associate Director, summarising analyses in a coherent and comprehensive manner aligned to operational and/or strategic objectives.
• Developing and maintaining effective relationships and communication with key stakeholders across the Bank, proactively seeking opportunities with all levels of management to inform and endorse rationale for changes that support further improvement of the Bank’s PODD activity.
• Contributing proactively to the planning of procurement projects and the development of procurement strategy to ensure continuous improvement of outcomes achieved.
• Driving change in the PODD Corporate team to ensure ongoing alignment of operational and procurement objectives.
• Identifying opportunities for improvement of the Bank’s PODD activity, drafting recommendations for new procurement strategies, projects, or practices that will facilitate further enhancement of PODD activity at the Bank.
• Representing the Bank in key external professional fora, using knowledge gained to inform further enhancements or development of the Bank’s PODD Policy, Procedures, and/or strategies.
• Directly accountable for the engagement and effective overall management of staff including recruitment, compensation (as agreed with the Head of Department), performance management, coaching, and development.
• Championing and role modelling the Bank’s Behavioural Competencies and Corporate Behaviours, ensuring adherence within the team(s) to maintain the highest standards of integrity and ethical conduct.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply qualified or equivalent.
• Proven capability and experience in high value procurement in categories such as Consultancy and other Professional Services, IT Services, IT Hardware & IT Software, HR Services, Construction, Property, and Facilities Management.
• Experience in contract matters, including negotiation and contract award of consultancy services in an international environment.
• Experienced manager of complex procurement projects and the development of procurement strategies.
• Sound background in the development and implementation of effective procurement processes in collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Experience in the development of market and expenditure analyses, making recommendations to management and implementing associated projects.
• Excellent internal and external stakeholder engagement skills.
• Good knowledge of contract law.
• Excellent skills in organising, scheduling, planning, and coordinating work with a high degree of initiative and judgement.
• Proven numeric ability with a capacity to ensure a high degree of accuracy and quality in work delivered.
• Self-motivated individual able to set goals and priorities with good time management skills.
• Ability to communicate confidently and assertively at all levels, both in written and verbal formats.
• Able to understand, respect, and respond appropriately to others’ behaviour, concerns, and motives.
• Committed to supporting the achievements of the Unit’s mission and objectives.
• Experience of working independently and scheduling own work.

Annex – Sub-specialisms

• The role acts as a Senior Category Manager and primary contact for the Corporate Services Department, Property, Security, Travel, Facilities Management, and procurement matters relating to the HQ Project.
• Proven experience in construction-related procurement would be a distinct advantage.
• Understanding of Royal Institute British Architects (RIBA) stages for construction and delivery will be a key advantage.
• One of the Principal roles in the team will work across Corporate Services procurement to provide high-quality professional advice and procurement support in relation to facilities management, fleet, real estate, and catering.
• The role is primarily responsible for leading procurement activity across facilities management, fleet, real estate, and catering category areas.
• Proven experience in Corporate Services procurement, including facilities management, fleet, real estate, and catering, would be a distinct advantage.
• In-depth knowledge of developing and implementing category management in a transformation environment.

Benefits

• Varied, stimulating, and engaging work that provides opportunities to interact with a wide range of experts in various sectors.
• A working culture that embraces inclusion and celebrates diversity.
• A hybrid workplace that offers flexibility based on trust, flexibility, and connectedness.
• An environment that prioritises sustainability, equality, and digital transformation.
• A workplace that prioritises employee wellbeing and provides a comprehensive suite of competitive benefits.

Diversity is one of the Bank’s core values, ensuring everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities in an inclusive environment.