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Our client are a global market leader, a UK household name, going from strength to strength and driving change and sustainability towards Net Zero. Due to continued growth they are recruiting for a Procurement Specialist to execute a Category strategy, collaborating with stakeholders and other Category leads navigating complex landscapes of procurement projects within the Construction industry. Collaborative culture, flexibility around being remote travelling to various sites across the UK and will involve some UK travel meeting key clients. Duties will include: Establish procurement plans considering new business needs, strategies, emerging risks, and supplier contracts. Utilize tools like Porters Five Forces and Kraljic to grasp market dynamics and develop category strategies. Collaborate with stakeholders to devise effective go-to-market strategies aligned with category goals. Lead procurement tenders and negotiate contracts in line with the category's strategic direction. Oversee commercial negotiations and collaborate with legal teams for contract drafting and negotiation. Develop and implement SRM activities Manage contract governance, collaborate with risk teams to mitigate risks associated with procurement. Optimize the supplier base, refining buying channels and the category playbook for tactical sourcing. Collaborate extensively within the Procurement Function to enhance stakeholder experience. Preparedness for travel within the UK Ideal profile: Degree level qualification in procurement, business, or relevant discipline, 2 years of experience in a large-scale procurement organization. Direct procurement experience in various areas, such as EPC procurement, large construction projects with FIDIC or NEC Contracts, projects involving CHP, Peaker engines, BESS, or Solar installations, and manufacturing solar, BESS, or ancillary equipment. Experience performing end-to-end Category Management activities. Desirable certifications include MCIPS or ISM, though not mandatory. Ability to translate stakeholder requirements and market dynamics into a clear category strategy. Demonstrated strategic thinking, linking the category strategy to business needs. Strong knowledge of navigating market dynamics and commercial awareness. Competence in commercial negotiation and construction contract drafting (FIDIC, NEC, JCT, or similar). Ability to effectively manage key suppliers to sustain negotiated value. Proven negotiation skills with a track record of cost reduction in indirect spend. Ability to influence without direct authority and manage upwards. Benefits include; Competitive salary and bonus potential. Remote working, Flexibility of attending local office 3/4 times per month. Employee Energy Allowance at 15% of the government price cap. Pension scheme. ; Share options Company Funded Healthcare Plan. 25 days holiday allowance, plus public holidays, and the option to buy up to 5 additional days. Excellent range of flexible benefits, including technology vouchers, electric car lease scheme & travel insurance.
We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated Sales Administrator to join our client, an established supplier to the construction industry, based near Windsor. This varied role, which offers the opportunity to earn commission, will require an element of account management, looking after key customers as well as identifying new business opportunities. In addition, you will coordinate and manage orders from start to finish, including liaising with suppliers and updating customers. The successful candidate must be able to work within a small team in the office, as well as support the warehouse function where necessary. The role has the potential to develop into a Field Sales Rep position in the future. Salary: £28k - £30k plus commission, company pension and bonus after one year's service. Hours: Monday to Thursday - 8.30am to 5.30pm. Friday - 8.30am - 5.00pm. Office-based near Windsor. Key responsibilities: Build and develop a variety of profitable relationships with existing accounts and key customers. Develop and nurture strong working relationships with existing and new customers. Proactively contacting prospective customers, plus maintain a high level of customer service. Identify new sales opportunities, ultimately looking to exceed area sales targets. Drive the company's presence within the industry to ensure awareness of all product ranges. Develop strong knowledge of the company product ranges and services and identify how to apply these to an individual customer need. Develop strong relationships internally to ensure seamless communication between departments and other depots. Liaise with all departments internally, processing from point of sale to final customer delivery. Develop strong working relationships with supplier network. Achieve desired growth and profit margins. In addition, the candidate will be required to perform other duties assigned by the company, subject to adequate experience / training. Key skills: Excellent negotiation and customer service skills. Strong communication skills both written and verbal. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Knowledge of Sage 50 Accounts is desirable but not essential. Attention to detail. Excellent analytical & problem-solving skills. Team player attitude. Willingness to learn and develop new skills and adapt to situations. Must hold a driver's license. Some deliveries may be required as part of the role (use of company vehicle would be provided). Please note that we will only contact those candidates that we assess as suitable for the positions we have currently available based on their experience, training, and skills. If we do not have anything suitable, we will not keep your CV for more than 30 days. As an equal opportunity employer, Bucks and Berks Recruitment is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.
An opportunity to play your part - As the successful applicant for Category Specialist you will take responsibility for formulating and implementing a Category strategy through collaboration with stakeholders and Category leads. This entails executing procurement projects aimed at achieving the most favourable commercial outcomes for Centrica. Location: UK (talk to us about flexible working) The day to day - Collaborate with business stakeholders to devise a procurement activity wave plan, considering new business requirements, strategic objectives, emerging risks, and impending supplier contract expirations. Utilize a robust understanding of market dynamics, employing tools such as Porter's Five Forces and Kraljic, as well as cost drivers specific to the goods/services/technology under consideration, to formulate the category strategy. Develop go-to-market strategies in collaboration with business stakeholders. Take the lead in procurement tenders aligned with the category strategy. Lead commercial negotiations. Lead contract drafting and negotiation in partnership with Commercial Legal and specialist legal teams. Drive the development of Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) activities aligned with the Centrica SRM framework. Manage the contract governance process in collaboration with business stakeholders (Group Contracts Committee). Collaborate with risk SME teams to manage risks effectively. Manage and optimize the supplier base within the category, including buying channels and the category playbook, to facilitate tactical sourcing. Work collaboratively across the Procurement Function to enhance the stakeholder experience. What's in it for you - Competitive salary of up to £50000 plus bonus potential. Employee Energy Allowance at 15% of the government price cap. Pension scheme. Company Funded Healthcare Plan. 25 days holiday allowance, plus public holidays, and the option to buy up to 5 additional days. Excellent range of flexible benefits, including technology vouchers, electric car lease scheme & travel insurance.