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We are currently seeking skilled Procurement Specialists / Managers interested in working within the UK Defence Sector to be part of our growing Defence Team.
As part of our team you will have the opportunity to be involved in and contribute to some of the most exciting and interesting challenges that face the UK Defence Sector today in both the public and private sector.
The role is a flexible working role with 60% of your time working from a client site
We are looking for experienced and passionate individuals to join our organisation who have a positive outlook are seeking development opportunities for their career both personally and professionally and have a solid foundation of technical understanding and experience.
As a candidate for this role you will not only have extensive and varied procurement and commercial experience built from a career in the Defence Sector (or a similar relevant and regulated sector) you will also want to be part of a highfunctioning team focused on delivering worldclass outcomes to our evergrowing network of clients.
Job Objectives:
Providing specialist procurement strategy advice and guidance to public and private sector Defence clients.
Identifying sourcing and acquiring goods and / or services ensuring that procurement activities adhere to relevant Public Sector and regulatory requirements.
Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with project objectives and client policies.
Preparing and developing tender packs and delivering a tendering process working in a strategic procurement environment.
Negotiating supporting developing drafting and awarding contracts (and contract changes) either individually or as part of a team.
Managing strategic supplier relationships.
Collaborating with a team on endtoend procurement services for major projects or programmes.
Qualifications :
Proven track record in procurement within defence construction or infrastructure industries.
Extensive experience of Procurement Contract Management and/or Contract Placement (sourcing) in sole source and competitive markets.
Indepth knowledge and experience of New Engineering Contract (NEC3/NEC4) and/or Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT) contract frameworks.
A background in UK Government procurement processes such as Qualifying Defence Contracts (QDC) Defence and Security Public Contracting Regulations (DSPCR) and Public Contract Regulations (PCR).
Experience in delivering service quality to clients and/or customer (internal or external) and may be responsible for dealing regularly with stakeholders on complex controversial and contentious issues. You must have:
Experience in chairing internal and external meetings involving senior stakeholders.
Proven negotiation analytical and problemsolving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with experience of liaising with diverse stakeholders.
A proactive approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Excellent organisational and time management skills.
Qualifications
A Degree (or other professional qualification) in Commercial Management Business Law Project Management or a similar relevant discipline.
Holds or is working towards a formal professional qualification such as CIPS.
You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. Please note that you must be a sole British Citizen to apply for this role with us and based in the UK
Additional Information :
Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.
We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy productive and flexible working environment that respects worklife balance.
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
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Remote Work :
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Employment Type :
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