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Job summary
A local government organization is looking for a skilled Place Category Manager to lead procurement activities. The successful candidate will have deep knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023, manage a small team, and oversee tendering and contract negotiations in public sector projects, making a significant impact on community infrastructure.
Qualifications
- Experience in procurement within the public sector.
- Knowledge of contracting forms like JCT, NEC, D&B.
- Ability to lead and develop a team.
Responsibilities
- Manage procurement activities across the Place Category.
- Lead a team of two in procurement services.
- Conduct cradle-to-grave tender exercises.
Skills
Education
Local government organisation requires a (Place) Category Manager. Applicants need a deep understanding of the Procurement Act 2023, the ability to lead a small team, and ideally exposure to Place Category and associated forms of contracting such as NEC, JCT, etc.
Category Management, Procurement Act 2023, Place
Local government organisation requires a (Place) Category Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading procurement activities across the Place Category, which includes building and refurbishment projects, facilities management, estates, minor and major works, and infrastructure repairs and maintenance such as roads and pavements. They will manage a team of two and provide effective procurement services to stakeholders in Property and Assets.
This hands-on procurement role involves tendering, procurement projects, contract negotiations, and renewals, as well as supporting the development of category strategies. The value of procurement projects can range from £100k to £20m.
- Managing and developing a team of two: Procurement Manager and Procurement Support
- Serving as a subject matter expert on the Procurement Act 2023 and sharing knowledge with stakeholders and colleagues
- Selecting appropriate forms of contracting for construction, works, and refurbishment projects such as NEC, JCT, D&B, fixed price, and cost target
- Managing cradle-to-grave tender exercises from scoping with stakeholders, RFI, RFQ to award
- Post-signature supplier relationship management and supplier development
- Procurement experience within the public sector and knowledge of public procurement processes
- Advanced practitioner of the Procurement Act 2023, capable of training others in its application
- An understanding of the Place category, or similar categories such as FM, Estates, Works, and Construction, is advantageous
- Knowledge of contracting forms in the Place space like JCT, NEC, D&B, fixed price, pre-contract, and cost target, with the ability to advise on their application
- MCIPS qualification or degree is desirable
- Comfortable with hybrid working, with approximately one day per week in Chichester
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.
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