Your new role
Hays Procurement are exclusively recruiting a new and exciting opportunity for a Procurement & Contracts Manager within the Public Sector in the Sheffield area. As Procurement & Contracts Manager you will provide a centre of procurement expertise, advice and guidance to the wider organisation on the correct processes, procedures and regulations to follow.
Key duties include;
- To obtain maximum value from frameworks and from the relationship with external organisations.
- Lead process improvements in the purchase to pay process, including arranging cross-functional meetings as required.
- Facilitate the tendering of contracts to ensure compliance with legislation as well as financial regulations. Ensure that the required number of quotes are obtained / attached to the requisition, in order to comply with financial regulations.
- Manage and build relationships with key stakeholders.
- Oversee the maintenance of the procurement system.
- Supplier base management, including compliance with the Modern Slavery Act
- Providing reporting & Business Partnering to the wider business, including issuing supplier spend reports and identifying / following up on opportunities for cost savings
- To develop the Service Level Agreement for the Procurement function and monitor the performance against this.
- Develop and implement the Procurement Strategy in line with the business strategy and monitor progress in delivering this.
- Preparing and ensuring internal processes are reviewed and updated to be ready for the go-live of the new procurement act.
What you'll need to succeed
- Experience in a similar role within the public sector is essential.
- CIPS/MCIPS would be highly advantageous.
- Sufficient knowledge and aptitude to create new procedures and working practices and develop future strategy is required.
- Knowledge of project management techniques would be advantageous.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills.
- Strong Supplier Relationship skills, with experience in contract management and writing.
- Understanding and qualified in the new procurement act 2023
What you'll get in return
A negotiable day rate will be on offer for the right candidate, depending on experience and qualifications. The role will offer flexible and hybrid working and will offer a minimum contract of 6 months.
What you need to do now
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