Senior Procurement Manager

GIOS Technology; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

GIOS Technology is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to enhance their procurement capabilities in the railway sector. This role involves developing strategies for medium-value contracts, fostering supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with procurement regulations. Candidates should possess strong negotiation skills and a comprehensive knowledge of the supplier market, with an emphasis on achieving value for money and optimal HSQE performance.

Qualifications

• Extensive procurement and contracts experience, especially in negotiation.
• Strong understanding of EU Procurement Directives.
• Effective communicator, able to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Manage supplier relationships to achieve efficiency and performance targets.
• Ensure compliance with legal and governance requirements.

Skills

Commercial aptitude

Negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Education

Degree level education

Tools

e-procurement systems

Job description

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We are looking for Senior Procurement Manager for our client's project based at London, UK– 3 days per week Onsite

Candidates should have knowledge of ETCS Rail experience

Job Description:

We are committed to delivering excellence in procurement to support our innovative projects in the railway sector. As the Senior Procurement Manager, you will develop and implement effective contracting and commercial arrangements for a specific portfolio of medium-value contracts, ensuring optimal value for money and performance in health, safety, quality, and environment (HSQE).

Job Purpose

The Senior Procurement Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining procurement strategies that align with the National Programme Strategy. You will manage a range of contracting activities and foster strong supplier relationships to achieve business objectives and efficiency targets.

Key Accountabilities

• Develop and enhance project-specific procurement strategies that align with the National Programme Strategy, ensuring security of supply, value for money, and HSQE performance across various contracts.
• Execute the full procurement and contracting process, including pre-qualification, tender management, negotiation, and contract preparation.
• Provide procurement advice across the asset portfolio, addressing specific issues related to the portfolio.
• Support pre-contract procurement for main contractors and influence subcontracting activities where appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with Network Rail policies, procedures, and governance, including legal requirements and EU directives.
• Manage relationships with a range of preferred suppliers, aligning their objectives with business goals.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements, contributing to efficiency targets for the portfolio.
• Oversee the measurement of supplier performance, facilitating effective feedback for continuous improvement.
• Exercise delegated authority to procure in accordance with established policies and governance.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Strong commercial aptitude and comprehensive knowledge of the relevant supplier market.
• Diverse and successful procurement and contracts background, with experience in negotiation and developing procurement strategies.
• Ability to communicate procurement strategies and concepts clearly, persuading and influencing stakeholders effectively.
• Knowledge of EU Procurement Directives and an understanding of contract safety and environmental requirements.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience with e-procurement systems.
• Membership of a relevant professional institution.
• Knowledge of the rail industry.
• Educated to degree level.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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