Procurement & Commercial Manager

SSE; Perth; Hybrid; GBP 66,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK is seeking a Procurement and Commercial Manager to oversee procurement strategies and manage large capital projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with contract conditions, cost management, and strong negotiation skills. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £66,100 to £99,100, along with flexible working options and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Private healthcare discounts

Gym membership discounts

Free online GP

24/7 counselling service

Interest-free loans for transport

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Experience with NEC or FIDIC contract conditions.
• Demonstrable competency in cost reporting and forecasting.
• Strong knowledge of procurement policies.
• Experience delivering large projects successfully.
• Ability to interpret and draft commercial contracts.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement teams and manage projects.
• Develop and manage procurement strategies.
• Oversee cost estimating and reporting.
• Manage contract negotiations and compliance.
• Perform post-contract commercial management.

Skills

Contract conditions knowledge

Cost management

Strong negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Numerical data interpretation

Job description

Base Location: Aberdeen, Glasgow, Inverness and Perth

Salary: £66,100 - £99,100 + car /car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

The Networks Transmission business is forecasting a £12Bn spend within the next 10 year spend where an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Procurement and Commercial (P&C) Manager to join our Procurement and Commercial team within the Offshore Directorate responsible for the Orkney Caithness 220kV Link project.

You will

• You will also support the Head of Procurement and Commercial and their teams providing a world class procurement and commercial service to internal customers, ensuring all aspects of delivery are following internal controls as established through the Large Capital Projects Governance and Commercial Manuals
• Manage a portfolio of Projects and lead on procurement activities such as the development of Project procurement strategies, managing the procurement process, negotiation of contract terms and conditions and price through to contract award whilst ensuring compliance with the Utilities Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2016
• Line management responsibilities ranging from Senior Contract Manager to Graduate level to team responsible for multiple large capital projects.
• Cost estimating to the required standard and accuracy. Ensure all relevant evidence is included within the estimate to justify to internal and external stakeholders such as Ofgem
• Cost and forecast management via regular cost reporting and ensuring change management procedures are adhered to; Payment and expenditure management
• Provide robust post contract commercial management which will support the project goals and objectives including negotiating/agreeing compensation events and ensuring that the core principles of the Commercial Manual are being implemented.

You have

• Experience and competence with the conditions of contract which including NEC or FIDIC.
• Demonstrable experience and competency on all cost management issues including cost reporting, forecasting, accrual management and supply chain payment.
• Knowledge of relevant statutory and legal provisions and detailed knowledge of procurement and commercial policies and procedures.
• Strong commercial acumen with well-developed interpersonal, problem-solving, communication and negotiation skills with demonstrable experience delivering large projects/programmes of work.
• Experience of interpreting numerical data & experience of drafting and interpreting commercial contracts with and understanding of the supply chain and how to improve it.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition - to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're building the world's largest offshore wind farm. Transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.

SSE own a portfolio of over 500 property and land assets - power stations, offices, depots and more. Our P&C, Property and FM teams help make sure our portfolio is modern, safe and fit for purpose. They help us get the best service and value from partners, while ensuring suppliers meet compliance, contractual and business obligations.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact Fran on 01738 344763 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

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Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.