PPM - Supply Chain

Westinghouse Electric; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nuclear energy company in Preston is looking for a Manager in Projects Procurement to lead procurement strategies and manage supplier relationships for major projects. The role requires at least 10 years of experience in procurement management and strong communication skills. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting all procurement activities and developing effective sourcing strategies. This position offers attractive remuneration and a mix of benefits.

Benefits

Attractive remuneration

Life insurance

Pension plan

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of project procurement management experience.
• Experience in managing EPIC Project Procurement activities.
• Strong commercial relationship skills towards suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct all pre and post award project procurement activities.
• Develop sourcing & procurement strategies with Project Teams.
• Analyze cost for commodity groups to obtain cost improvements.

Skills

Project procurement management

Supplier Relationship Management

Contract Negotiation

Leadership skills

Strong communication skills

Job description

Manager, Projects Procurement - Supply Chain

Westinghouse Electric Company Springfield

Welcome to the future of nuclear energy, where Westinghouse Electric Company is leading the field with expertise and innovation to shape the power of tomorrow.

At Westinghouse, innovation is in our DNA. We are creative. We think differently. We reimagine the possible across the nuclear industry every day.

About the role:

As a Manager, Projects Procurement you will preferably have a strong Supply Chain (Strategy, RFx, Supplier Relationship, Contract Negotiation, and Contract Management) background with experience in purchasing of services and equipment for major projects, including Engineering Procurement Construction and Commissioning (EPCC). You will be a direct interface to our internal customers: Business Unit, Engineering, Quality, HSE and Project Managers. You will have strong commercial relationship skills towards suppliers with the goal of providing clear, timely and innovative solutions to the organization's requests.

An advanced level of spoken and written English, any additional language is a plus (Czech, Romanian, Polish, French, Italian, Spanish,).

Ability to travel within Europe (10 to 20%).

You will report to the EMEA Manager,Projects Procurement and be located at Springfield.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct all pre and post award project procurement activities associated with EPC/EPIC/EPCM projects as applicable
• Development of sourcing & procurement strategies and plans together with Offer and Project Teams. Identify and capture the demand, identify potential suppliers and establish a communication channel toward the suppliers.
• Establish pricing, delivery, terms and conditions to satisfy financial, quality and delivery requirements
• RFx development and preparation, definition of commercial conditions
• Analyze and evaluate all elements of cost for commodity groups to identify and obtain cost improvements. Develop strategies and tactics to maximize supplier base cost/value.
• Develop and maintain extensive relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders while mediating and resolving contract performance issues.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of project procurement management experience
• Represent GSCS PPM within a Project Team review
• Elaborate and define the overall Project Procurement Program schedule.
• Responsible for driving a project PPM team within high complexity project.
• Responsible for the development of the procurement strategy for the procurement of goods and services necessary for the project in compliance with the set requirements (cost, quality, deadline, etc.).
• Ensures commercial compliance with regulatory requirements and Westinghouse's procurement policies and procedures.
• Explores the market in collaboration with the different teams to identify new technologies that create value for the end customer
• Experience in managing EPIC Project Procurement activities
• Working knowledge of NEC/FIDIC regulations
• Leadership skills / Experiences in managing a team
• Project management skills
• Strong communication Skills, Interact with executive Level

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Why Westinghouse?

We know that to put forth your best effort, you need to be challenged and enjoy what you do in a supportive and respectful environment. We aim to maintain this balance by offering our employees the amenities, benefits and training they need to reach personal and professional goals.

Below is an example of what employees in the UK can expect:

• Attractive remuneration
• Great benefits for your convenience and safety:
  • Peer-to-peer recognition program.
  • Life insurance
  • Pension plan
  • Employee Assistance Program: confidential counseling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members
• Learning and development opportunities.
• We encourage our employees to participate in community service events and other team-building activities to strengthen their bonds and inspire each other.

You can learn more about Westinghouse by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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