Assistant Procurement Manager

Assistant Procurement Manager

We are seeking an Assistant Procurement Manager to join our team based from our Head Office in London Bridge (hybrid working). This role is a key part of the Southeastern Procurement team, supporting the organisation’s purchasing activity and helping deliver best value through strong supplier management, effective sourcing and efficient contracts.

What You’ll Do

• Responsible for the pre‑contract process for delegated requirements under UCR16 thresholds and the occasional requirements above the UCR16 thresholds under the supervision of the Procurement Manager, always ensuring compliance with Southeastern’s governance requirements.
• Deliver effective framework mini‑competitions, RFPs and RFQs in order to meet business/project requirements, ensuring compliance with Southeastern’s governance requirements.
• Manage the Minor & Intermediate Works, Rail Services and Professional Services Frameworks, including maintenance of an up‑to‑date briefing pack, stakeholder communications, regular supplier liaison, providing feedback and monitoring accrued rebates.
• Ensure project risks related to safety, information security and GDPR are escalated to the Procurement Manager – Infrastructure for appropriate resolution.
• Work with internal stakeholders to ensure goods & services are appropriately specified and KPIs are developed for call‑offs and contracts.
• Regularly report and effectively communicate to the Procurement team and wider stakeholders.

The Experience You’ll Need

• Member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS) – or an equivalent transferrable degree or professional qualification.
• A minimum of two (2) years of working in a direct procurement, commercial or contract management environment.
• Good understanding and experience of procure‑to‑pay (P2P) systems and processes.
• Good understanding of contractual documentation and governance requirements.
• Good understanding of e‑tendering systems/tools.
• Good stakeholder management skills and experience.
• Proficient in producing reports.
• Good experience of market engagement.

What You’ll Get In Return

• A final salary pension.
• 25 days annual leave allowance (plus bank holidays).
• Free rail travel across our networks.

We are committed to diversity and actively seek candidates from the Armed Forces Covenant and Disability Confident Scheme. If you are under one of these schemes and meet the minimum criteria, we will offer you an interview.

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