Adecco are supporting a London Borough Council in a service role as a Procurement Business Partner
JOB TITLE:
Procurement Business Partner
LOCATION:
Near Whitechapel, HYBRID
CONTRACT DETAILS:
- Industry: Housing and Regeneration
- Contract Type: Temporary
- Start Date: 2024-11-11
- End Date: 2025-11-11
- Working Pattern: Full Time
SALARY:
- Hourly rate From: £27.44 PAYE
- Hourly rate To: £35.40 Umbrella
ABOUT OUR CLIENT:
Our client is a London Borough Council and have a vacancy in the housing and regeneration department. They are committed to delivering high-quality services and driving positive change within the community. With a strong focus on procurement and contracts, they are seeking a dedicated Procurement Business Partner to join their team.
BENEFITS & PERKS:
- Competitive hourly rate
- Temporary contract with the potential for extension
- Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects in the housing and regeneration sector
- Convenient location with nearby parking and easy access to public transport
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide procurement advice and support to procurement projects within the Housing Management Department.
- Collaborate with business managers and project teams to improve procurement and contract management within the department.
- Ensure compliance with legislative requirements and achieve corporate objectives and value for money.
- Support the delivery of the Housing Management procurement plan.
- Manage procurement processes, including council governance implementation and adherence to policies and procedures.
- Prepare procurement and contract-related reports.
- Challenge specifications and contract management arrangements to ensure contracts are fit for purpose.
- Assist with the mobilisation and rollout of new contracts, providing training on new processes.
ESSENTIAL (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE):
- Knowledge and understanding of public sector procurement processes, including regulatory frameworks.
- Experience working in procurement within a public sector housing environment.
- CIPS qualification or equivalent experience.
DESIRABLE (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE):
- Knowledge of contract management.
- Knowledge of leaseholder consultation requirements.
TECHNOLOGIES:
- Proficiency in using procurement tools and templates.
HOW TO APPLY:
If you are passionate about procurement and want to make a difference in the housing and regeneration industry, we want to hear from you. To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your updated CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications.
Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview. We appreciate your interest in our client's organisation.
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