Senior Procurement Manager, NS/TS

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all RFx activities, managing the sourcing process, negotiation and contracting activities for high value and complex categories
• Accountable for leadership and development of a high performing and inclusive procurement team, including Organisation capability and Learning & Development
• Responsible for the evaluation of suppliers as part of supplier on-boarding process and implementation of iProcurement strategy category code management in line with Category strategy
• Responsible for on-going supplier performance and supplier relationship management throughout the contract lifetime, including inputs to risk register and risk mitigation strategies
• Responsible for maintenance of Approved Supplier List (ASL) including supplier onboarding and evaluation
• Responsible for RFx activities for both Bid tenders and Projects including creation and issue of NDA’s
• Support with supplier audits and definition of social value contribution

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating at Senior Procurement Manager level within defence or a similarly regulated environment, with a strong track record in sourcing IT and network infrastructure (including LAN/WAN equipment)
• Understanding of NEC3 & NEC4 contracts
• Proven experience in managing and leading teams.
• Excellent negotiation skills and techniques
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to demonstrate exceptional stakeholder management approach and skills at a senior level
• Degree or equivalent in an appropriate discipline or Professional qualification MCIPS (Chartered) is desirable
• SC Clearance (or must be eligible)

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