At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage the entire tender process and negotiate contracts while ensuring compliance with UCR16.
- Company: Join S E Trains Ltd, a key player in the Southern Procurement team based in London Bridge.
- Benefits: Enjoy a salary up to £60,000, final salary pension, and 25 days annual leave.
- Other info: Position based at the Head Office in London, requiring three days a week onsite.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in procurement while working in a dynamic team environment.
- Qualifications: Must be MCIPS qualified with at least four years in procurement or contract management.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
We are seeking a Direct Procurement Manager to join our team based from our Head Office in London Bridge (x3 times a week). This role is an important component of the Southern Procurement team. The team is responsible for all purchasing requirements for the organisation and supports a wide range of functions from purchase order creation, supplier management, tendering, contract and commercial support and delivering value through savings, improved contracts and supply chain efficiencies.
What you’ll do:
- Responsible for the entire tender process with the Direct category for new requirements, negotiating extensions or renegotiations whilst complying with UCR16 and the Procurement Act.
- Propose appropriate terms and conditions and draft amendments to Southern or standard form terms and conditions for purchasing/procurement requirements.
- Work with contract managers to develop procurement strategies and 12-24 month project pipelines and determine technical specifications.
- Work with internal stakeholders to support the development of business cases and business plan submissions, and to ensure goods & services are appropriately specified and KPIs are developed for contracts.
- Regularly update the Senior Procurement Manager with project progress, contract status and submit signed documentation/contracts for archiving.
- Effectively communicate and engage stakeholders throughout the procurement process.
Experience you’ll need:
- Qualified member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS) – or equivalent transferrable degree or professional qualification.
- A minimum of four years of working in an accountable role in either a procurement, commercial or contract management environment.
- Working knowledge of contract law, government legislation and OJEU regulations.
- Comprehensive understanding and experience of procure to pay (P2P) systems and processes.
- Some experience of contract management (i.e. post contract).
- Good understanding of contractual documentation and governance requirements.
- Good understanding of e‑tendering systems/tools.
- Good stakeholder management skills and experience.
- Proficient experience of supply chain planning and producing associated reports.
- E‑tendering tools experience and knowledge.
As proud members of the Armed Forces Covenant and Disability Confident Scheme, we will offer you an interview if you apply under these schemes and meet the minimum criteria for the role.
Benefits:
- Final salary pension
- 25 days annual leave allowance (plus bank holidays)
Direct Procurement Manager in London employer: South Eastern Railway
S E Trains Ltd offers a competitive salary up to £60,000 and a final salary pension. Located in London Bridge, the team focuses on efficient procurement processes and values diversity through the Armed Forces Covenant and Disability Confident Scheme.
