Procurement Lead

Adecco; London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government body in London is seeking a Procurement Lead to enhance their Housing Asset Management team. The successful candidate will develop procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, and ensure compliance with policies. This temporary role offers a hybrid working arrangement. Ideal for individuals with strength in project management, procurement, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Strong procurement strategies and cost-effective acquisition techniques.
• Expertise in supplier management and contract negotiation.
• Financial efficiency, budget management, and risk management capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills and team coordination.
• A commitment to ethical and sustainable procurement practices.
• Project management experience with a keen eye for detail.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the central point of contact for procurement and contract issues.
• Liaise with the council's Procurement Commercial Hub and Legal Services.
• Create and manage project teams for effective information flow.
• Support writing of business cases and coordinate approvals.
• Assist in preparing quotation and tender documentation.
• Conduct evaluations and support Tender Reports with recommendations.

Skills

Procurement strategies

Supplier management

Contract negotiation

Budget management

Project management

Communication skills

Job description

Role: Procurement Lead - Housing Asset Management

Are you ready to take your procurement expertise to the next level? The London Borough of Ealing are seeking a dynamic and skilled Procurement Lead to join their Housing Asset Management team on a temporary contract. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact while working in a supportive environment!

Position Details:

• Contract Type: Temporary, 3 months
• Hourly Rate: 27.71 per hour PAYE or 36.84 per hour umbrella
• Working Pattern: Full Time, Monday to Friday
• Location: Perceval House
• Working Arrangements: Hybrid

Purpose of the Role:
As the Procurement Lead, you will play a vital role in developing and implementing effective procurement strategies that ensure cost-effective and efficient acquisition of goods, services, and works needed for the Housing Asset Management department. You will support the Assistant Director and collaborate with the wider team to:

• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and internal policies.
• Identify and manage relationships with suppliers and contractors, securing the best value and quality.
• Coordinate contract negotiations and administration to ensure performance monitoring and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the central point of contact for procurement and contract issues.
• Liaise with the council's Procurement Commercial Hub and Legal Services to ensure adherence to governance requirements.
• Create and manage project teams, facilitating effective project information flow.
• Support the writing of business cases and coordinate approvals aligned with strategic goals.
• Assist in the preparation of quotation and tender documentation, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Conduct evaluations and support the writing of Tender Reports with recommendations.

What We're Looking For:
To thrive in this role, you should possess the following skills and qualities:

• Strong procurement strategies and cost-effective acquisition techniques.
• Expertise in supplier management and contract negotiation.
• Financial efficiency, budget management, and risk management capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills and team coordination.
• A commitment to ethical and sustainable procurement practises.
• Project management experience with a keen eye for detail.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a vibrant team that values transparency and accountability.
• Contribute to the forward planning of capital works contracts.
• Engage in supplier management to ensure best value and quality.
• Attend industry conferences to stay ahead of trends and build new relationships.

If you are a proactive and enthusiastic professional looking to make a difference in the Housing Asset Management sector, we want to hear from you!

Ready to Apply?

Embrace this opportunity and take your procurement career to new heights! Submit your application today and let's achieve great things together!

Join us in making a positive impact through strategic procurement!

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)