Procurement Manager in City of London, London, United Kingdom
Job Purpose
To implement and monitor agreed strategies for commodity area including development of individual contracts and undertaking procurement, negotiation and contracting.
Key Accountabilities
Develop and implement individual project and steady state contracting strategy proposals including preparation and evaluation of tender documents and negotiation of contracts.
Provide post contract commercial management support for a range of contracts.
Provide dedicated support to senior staff in respect of individual projects and/or contract/commercial issues, including 'rapid response' to potential contract disputes.
Target specific goods, services and/or suppliers to identify how tangible improvements may be made in the procurement of these goods and services.
Undertake regular contract management meetings with key stakeholders and suppliers to monitor whether maximum value was delivered via contract.
Manage responsibilities for endorsements and approval of contract variations.
Provide all services to programme/project teams in a timely and cost effective manner and contribute positively towards the achievement of programme/project objectives.
Job Skills, Experience and Qualifications
Essential
Recognised skills in contractual and commercial matters, with credibility and experience to act as advisor to other staff.
Successful procurement background with practical intermediate level experience.
Contributed towards maintaining successful relationships with suppliers.
Knowledge of relevant contract terms.
Strong negotiation skills.
Desirable
Membership of appropriate professional institution.