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Job Title: Procurement Delivery Manager Locations: London E17 Contract Type: Permanent Work Pattern: 36 hours Salary: £43,815 - £46,857We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Procurement Delivery Manager to project manage high-value procurement projects and oversee the successful delivery of contracts.
You will provide specialist advice, guidance, and support to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring compliance with UK Public Contracts Regulations and strategic sourcing strategies.
As a key member of our supply chain team, you will contribute to achieving cost savings, minimising risks, and maintaining high standards of procurement activities.Main tasks and duties:
Lead the development of procurement and commissioning arrangements, including options appraisal, market analysis, supplier engagement, and tendering.
Contribute to the design and delivery of services that meet the desired outcomes of the Council and its residents, focusing on efficiency and value for money.
Manage the Council's electronic contracts register and identify opportunities for improving procurement processes.
Collaborate with delivery partners, providers, and suppliers to ensure timely and quality service delivery within your area of responsibility.
Negotiate contractual and framework agreements, supporting their implementation and achieving desired outcomes.
Lead internal stakeholder groups for specific contracts, ensuring stakeholder needs are met and contractual issues are resolved.
Promote the use of electronic tendering and purchasing systems and provide training on procurement issues.
Support effective commissioning processes and monitor and report on performance and service standards.
Develop sourcing strategies for tactical spend areas, aiming to achieve savings, value for money, and compliance with Council objectives.
Work collaboratively with other authorities on joint procurement initiatives, leveraging economies of scale.
Essential criteria and experience:
Minimum Level 4 CIPS qualification, working towards full CIPS membership (Level 6)
Practical experience in contract management, including procurement, tendering, and supplier relationship management.
In-depth knowledge of UK Public Contracts Regulations and their application.
Familiarity with the entire contract cycle, from options development to contract management.
Experience in leading cross-functional teams and managing supplier relationships.
Strong project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tenders simultaneously.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
Proficiency in using Microsoft packages, internet applications, and e-procurement systems.
Understanding of the economic, environmental, and equality aspects of procurement.
Strong customer service orientation.
If you are interested in this position and meet the above criteria, please send your CV now for consideration.If you require any additional information regarding the position, please call Lewis at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208 966 or send an E-Mail to Lewis.Hodson@servicecare.org.uk ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Woodford Green, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £43815 - £46857.00 per annum
Posted: 2023-05-31 10:00:11
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Graduate Stock Controller Harlow (regular travel to two other locations) Must be car driver - fully expensed Excellent salary and benefits We are working on behalf of an excellent client who is looking to hire a Graduate Stock Controller to join their Admin Team and support the Stock Control Manager to manage and report on all stock held at the client's 3 locations.
The primary place of work will be Harlow, however will require the post holder to travel to their 2 other locations. Main Duties of the Graduate Stock Controller:
Daily stock checks based on perpetual inventoryDaily audit of all vehicles despatched from siteBooking in deliveries across all sitesDaily review of stock exception reportsControl of part palletsReturning cancelled orders to stockChecking customer returns and PODsResolving issues with RDTS, printers and picker queriesPlacing purchase orders for packaging and packing sundriesClosing Harlow production ordersMonthly stock takes at all three sitesInvestigating stock differencesMonthly reporting on stock differencesProvide holiday support for transport teamProvide support for Auditors
Essential Skills of the Graduate Stock Controller:
Excellent IT skills in Microsoft 365, particularly ExcelCompetent in Maths and EnglishExcellent communication skills Excellent problem solving and analytical skillsFull driving licence and access to a vehicleAbility to work using own initiativeAttention to detail
Beneficial Skills (not essential) of the Stock Controller Assistant:
Knowledge of inventory managed stock control
This newly created role is an excellent opportunity to join this successful business and learning all about it from the ground up.
There is a lot of potential for long term career progression and full training will be provided. The ideal person could be a College or University leaver with excellent communication and excel skills with desire to learn and develop. If you would like to apply, please send your CV and a member of our team will contact you. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Harlow
Salary / Rate: £20k - 25k per year
Posted: 2023-05-31 09:11:54
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Purchasing ManagerRamsgate Permanent – Mon-FriAre you an accomplished Purchasing Manager who has worked with a busy manufacturing organisation?Do you have end-to-end Supply Chain experience?Would you like to work for an established, brand leading organisation?Are you happy to manage a small team?If so, this role could be just right for you!We are working with an international, brand leading manufacturer who is looking for an experienced Purchasing Managerto join their organisation.By joining this dynamic team, you will play a crucial role in the strategic management and development of stock availability which will enhance the organisation's day-to-day operations and growth.To give you a flavour of the role, we've listed below some of the responsibilities of the Purchasing Manager.
Strategic development of supply chain network and review agreements.Manage the Purchasing and Demand Planning team.Develop SOP's.Manage risk relating to quality, cost, delivery and supply of purchases.Develop existing forecasting systems.Manage inventory levels against agreed targets.Liaise with manufacturing teams to agree supply priorities.
Below are some of the Skills, Qualifications and Experience required for the Purchasing Manager.
Relevant procurement / supply chain qualification.A proven track record in a similar role.Strong leadership abilities,Previous import and logistics experience are desirable.Forecasting acumen.Negotiation skills.Coach, mentor and team developmentAdvanced Excel skills.SAP experience desirable but not essential as training will be provided.
To find out more about this interesting job opportunity please call Jane on 01304 200329 Westin Par values diversity and promotes equality.
No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies, we are acting as an Employment AgencyDue to the high volume of applicants applying for all roles, we can only reply to candidates with the most relevant skills and experience.
If you have not heard back from us within 48 hours of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.Do not hesitate to contact us about this or any other roles. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Margate
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £40k - 50k per year + DOE
Posted: 2023-05-30 15:21:05
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Warehouse Manager Enfield Salary DOE - salary is not advertised as the focus is on finding the right individual, howeevr it will be discussed with each successful applicant upon a vetting call. Hours of work: Monday - Friday 7am-3pm We are looking for a Warehouse Manager to join our esteemed client to be responsible for their warehouse and planning aspect of production and be first point of contact in the absence of the factory manager. The Warehouse Manager's primary objective is to manage the entire order cycle, oversee the efficient receipt, storage and dispatch of goods so as to enhance business development and ensure sustainability and customer satisfaction. The Warehouse Manager will be responsible for:
H&S including Environmental SafetyManaging warehouse employees including performance, absence, training, recruitment etcLiasing with clients, suppliers and transport companiesEnsure the quality of procuct and timely supply of all manufacturing materialsRegular review and update factory SOPsEnsure budgetary targets are maintained and action taken to control costsMonitor and report on cost, quality and productivityOversee planned maintenance of equipmentIdentify areas of improvement and help implement any changes
The Warehouse Manager will need to be:
Excellent communicatorComfortable with MRP systemsOrganised, methodical, adaptable and abaility to be "hands on" when required
This role could be suited to an experienced Warehouse Manager / Warehouse Planner with hands on experience or Warehouse Supervisor looking to take the step up. Please apply with your CV and our team will review your application and confirm the next steps. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Enfield
Salary / Rate: Excellent Basic DOE plus benefits
Posted: 2023-05-18 17:02:38
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Stock Controller Assistant Harlow (regular travel to two other locations) Must be car driver - fully expensed Excellent salary and benefits We are working on behalf of an excellent client who is looking to hire a Stock Controller Assistant to join their Admin Team and support the Stock Control Manager to manage and report on all stock held at the client's 3 locations.
The primary place of work will be Harlow, however will require the post holder to travel to their 2 other locations. Main Duties of the Stock Controller Assistant:
Daily stock checks based on perpetual inventoryDaily audit of all vehicles despatched from siteBooking in deliveries across all sitesDaily review of stock exception reportsControl of part palletsReturning cancelled orders to stockChecking customer returns and PODsResolving issues with RDTS, printers and picker queriesPlacing purchase orders for packaging and packing sundriesClosing Harlow production ordersMonthly stock takes at all three sitesInvestigating stock differencesMonthly reporting on stock differencesProvide holiday support for transport teamProvide support for Auditors
Essential Skills of the Stock Controller Assistant:
Excellent IT skills in Microsoft 365, particularly ExcelCompetent in Maths and EnglishExcellent communication skills Excellent problem solving and analytical skillsFull driving licence and access to a vehicleAbility to work using own initiativeAttention to detail
Beneficial Skills (not essential) of the Stock Controller Assistant:
Experience of stock controlBusiness Management or Logistics qualifications Knowledge of inventory managed stock control
This newly created role is an excellent opportunity to join this successful business and learning all about it from the group up.
There is a lot of potential for long term career progression and full training will be provided. The ideal person could be a College or University leaver with excellent communication and excel skills with desire to learn and develop. If you would like to apply, please send your CV and a member of our team will contact you. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Harlow
Salary / Rate: Excellent Salary & Benefits
Posted: 2023-05-18 16:36:19
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Job title - Category Manager Location - Seaham, SR7 Contract - 12 month fixed term Hours - Full time Salary: £33,533 - £34,543 per annum. We are currently seeking a Category Manager to support the Procurement Manager in the effective management of the contracts across the organisation to ensure.
The Category Manager is responsible for the management of the whole life cycle of contracts from procurement to contract management and review ensuring that the organisation is obtaining value for money in all contracts. Duties would include:
To analyse current contractual provisions of goods and services and make recommendations to consolidate and/or complete procurement of non-compliant contracts
To be open to and advise on new ideas and processes which may not have previously been used and have a positive role in developing relationships between procurement and other areas of the business
To develop and complete a full business case for completing procurement exercises, including risk assessment, stakeholder mapping and establishing business requirements at the initiation stage
To have an awareness of procurement processes and procedures to ensure that relevant regulations and legislation is adhered to, for example, Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (PCR2015)
To work effectively with relevant service leads and stakeholders to provide support in specification development, contract management processes including annual performance reviews and contract variations
To manage the whole contract life-cycle through the in-tend e-tendering portal
To actively monitor supplier spend throughout the life of the contract to highlight any issues with contract values and liaise with the financial management team to ensure that any issues are discussed accordingly relating to budget provisions with the relevant stakeholders
To provide general advice and guidance to the stakeholders within the category area relating to procurement and contract management processes and procedures.
To professionally challenge specifications based on previous knowledge of the contract to ensure that the new provision is fit for purpose.
To ensure compliance with relevant Public Contract Regulations (PCR2015) and the organisation's internal Financial Regulations.
The Ideal candidate will have:Experience, Skills and Knowledge
Knowledge of PCR2015 regulations and how they impact on the organisation
Experience of administering contracts
Experience of effectively maintaining working relations both internal and external to the organisation
Able to demonstrate an understanding of relevant laws and regulations, including EU procurement regulations, the Social Value Act and Data transparency.
Experience of analysing data
Computer literate with experience of using Microsoft Office Systems e.g.
Word, Excel
Experience of category management
Experience of dealing with contracts and contractors
Experience of working with internal and external audit and knowledge of audit regimes
Experience of preparing formal reports and business cases
If you are interested in this position and meet the above criteria, please send your CV now for consideration.If you require any additional information regarding the position, please call Lewis at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208 966 or send an E-Mail to Lewis.Hodson@servicecare.org.uk ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Seaham, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £33533 - £34543 per annum
Posted: 2023-05-15 09:14:09
