Project Procurement Manager in Manchester

NES Fircroft are currently recruiting for a Project Procurement Manager for our client, who are a global leader in Power Technology. Contract position: initial 9-month contract. Hybrid working: office based in Manchester.

Role: Integrate procurement into the project management process and organise, control and monitor all procurement activities in a project.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and drive the Procurement strategy of assigned activities to ensure cost-effective purchasing to meet cost targets and expediting to meet programmes.
• Develop and deliver Procurement Strategy for allocated Projects, issue RFQ’s, conduct negotiation with suppliers, drive the selection process and raise/issue Purchase orders in accordance with Procurement Procedures, to meet objectives (typically up to £15 million).
• Work autonomously using acquired knowledge and skills to make key procurement decisions within limits of authority, to support the Procurement Manager in ensuring that the business has a professional Logistical & Procurement Service obtaining ‘Best Value for Money’ deals.
• Have a sound knowledge of Sub‑Contract packages and techniques/skills associated with ‘Obtaining best value’ results for the Business.
• Ensure employees comply with the Corporate Procurement policies, the Strategic Procurement initiatives and ensure full compliance with any business requirements.
• Responsibility for allocated projects including A & B with typical volumes of >£100 m.
• Develop closer relationships with Strategic/key suppliers.
• Build upon the positive relationships already developed with other Divisions in the UK, identifying ‘Best Practices’ and motivating the businesses to achieve critical goals.
• Keep the Project Team aware of market trends relevant to their business and contribute to interdepartmental relationships by providing information and advice as necessary.
• Identify opportunities to maximise the benefits of e‑Business solutions, SAP functionality and the introduction and implementation of new initiatives.
• Deputise as appropriate within the Procurement department as required.
• Play an active role in the tendering process to enable cost‑competitive offering to customers whilst ensuring compliance with procurement LoA process.
• Ensure that Terms & Conditions secured with Suppliers cover the Risk Criteria in line with the procurement strategy.
• Proactively identify and raise awareness of potential supply chains and instigate actions to mitigate within the business.
• Lead supplier development on specified strategic commodities, normally with a value £5 m.
• Assist in the development and implementation of the business unit action plan.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and proactively develop solutions.
• Play a key role in the implementation of specific B.I. Programmes.
• Abide by all business compliance requirements in line with Company policies, for example Business Conduct Guidelines & Confidential Information.
• Perform other duties as required by the Procurement Manager.
• Source, assess, develop and maintain supplier relationships to ensure short‑term Project objectives and long‑term company objectives.
• Develop a Procurement strategy to provide structured & professional support to the commercial / tendering managers in the selection and negotiation on B Projects of ‘Suppliers / Subcontractors’.
• Responsible for the maintenance of key Procurement data.
• Responsible for provision of key Procurement documents including Procurement Plan, Jedox, Bid Comparison and Sourcing Board on allocated projects.
• Participate and support the implementation of the BU Procurement strategy.
• Manage quality and delivery of all purchases to project timescales, objectives and equipment specification.
• Actively support the Procurement Manager’s objectives to ensure the goals of the organisation are delivered and provide a lead for others in the Procurement team.
• Place orders against fully authorised requisitions and ensure timely and correct close out of the purchase process including resolving invoice queries.

Key Skills and Experience Required:

• Ideally holding or working towards: CIPS qualification level 6 and working towards MCIPS or equivalent experience.
• Product Procurement or Operational Procurement experience.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a procurement department.
• Commercial / contractual experience in negotiating Terms and Conditions for: Individual Purchases up to £5 M in Value.
• Management of Commodities with spend up to £5 M per annum.
• Negotiation of Frameworks with spend over £10 M per annum.
• Strong knowledge of purchasing techniques and skills associated with the procurement of manufacturing and project equipment, goods and services.
• A sound knowledge of contract law, with practical experience of its application to procurement projects.
• Expertise in utilising logistical concepts, including in‑depth knowledge of INCOTERMS.
• Experience of giving presentations / chairing meetings.