Procurement Manager

Northern Powergrid; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company in the energy sector as a Procurement Compliance Manager. In this pivotal role, you'll lead compliance efforts regarding procurement law and regulations, ensuring ethical practices and adherence to policies. You'll develop initiatives to enhance procurement processes, maximizing savings and fostering bidder participation. With a competitive salary and attractive benefits, this position offers a unique opportunity to shape procurement strategies within a dynamic industry. If you're passionate about compliance and eager to make a significant impact, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Up to 15% annual performance bonus

Double-matched pension scheme

5 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company car allowance

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of EU Procurement Directive and compliance.
• Experience in developing procurement policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with EU procurement directives and internal policies.
• Monitor and report on procurement compliance and practices.

Skills

EU Procurement Directive

Procurement systems and procedures

Report documentation

IT literacy

Communication skills

Reporting and data manipulation

Education

MCIPS or working towards MCIPS

Degree-level education in relevant subject

Tools

e-tendering systems

Job description

Do you want to help power your career and be part of an evolving energy industry?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Procurement Compliance Manager to join our Procurement Team.

As Northern PowerGrid’s expert on Procurement Law and the Utilities Contract Regulations (UCR), this role is accountable for ensuring ongoing legal compliance within all procurement and tendering activities, providing interpretation and guidance to procurement staff and the wider business. Responsible for establishing and maintaining purchasing-related legal and policy compliance monitoring and reporting procedures, including preparation of BHE and executive-level reports that highlight breaches and recommend corrective actions.

Along with a competitive salary between £60,000 and £70,000 depending on experience, we also offer:

Up to 15% annual performance bonus

Enrolment into our double-matched pension scheme

5 days holiday per year increasing with tenure, plus bank holidays

Company car allowance

We’re excited to hear from candidates with a passion for our company and industry and a desire to succeed. Apply now and we’ll be in touch.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Ensure all Northern Powergrid procurement policies, systems, and procedures comply with EU procurement directives.
2. Monitor ongoing compliance with Northern Powergrid and Berkshire Hathaway Energy procurement policies.
3. Ensure systems and procedures enable ethical procurement practices.
4. Review NPg tenders for compliance prior to market issuance, including establishing and delivering audit programs.
5. Develop and deliver procurement process improvement initiatives to maximize savings, reduce sole-source purchases, increase bidder participation, and establish tendering principles for the most advantageous tenders.

Key Competencies:

• Advanced knowledge of the EU Procurement Directive
• Knowledge of procurement systems and procedures
• High literacy level for documenting reports, policies, and procedures
• High IT literacy supporting procurement systems
• Good communication skills for internal and external engagement and training
• Advanced reporting and data manipulation skills

Qualifications and Attributes

Essential:

• MCIPS or working towards MCIPS
• Knowledge of EU Procurement Directives
• Knowledge of Utilities Contract Regulations 2016 / Procurement Act 2023
• Experience with procurement and e-tendering systems
• Experience with tender negotiation
• Experience developing procurement policies and procedures
• Understanding of Contract Law

Desirable:

• Degree-level education in a relevant subject
• Achilles Academy Training
• Experience implementing new operating models
• Experience managing procurement compliance
• Experience influencing external parties

Visit northernpowergrid.com/careers for more information about this and other opportunities.

Posted: 02/05/2025

Closing date for applications: 16/05/2025

Applicants are considered based on their suitability for the post, regardless of sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender re-assignment, race, age, or disability, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

For more information, contact Beth Stephenson at [e-mail], quoting the vacancy reference number.