Our company specialises in professionally managing and investing assets on behalf of its clients, which may include individuals, institutions, or corporations.
Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Senior Procurement Specialist will be responsible for procuring goods and services to meet company procurement objectives. The Senior Procurement Specialist will collaborate with internal stakeholders and subject matter experts to develop solutions to meet stakeholder's requirements in line with procurement requirements and processes, and deliver value based commercial outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Manage procurement competitions from initial scoping through to contract award in accordance with the procurement policy and procedures.
- Draft and complete tender and contract documentation to the highest standards.
- Collaborate with internal business units and subject matter experts to define procurement requirements and advise on procurement methodologies and risks.
- Implement procurement practices to deliver value for money and reducing risk.
- Identify and implement buying strategies leveraging market knowledge and engagement.
- Identify opportunities to implement sustainable procurement requirements.
- Assist in the development of internal procurement policies and procedures.
Requirements
- A minimum of 5 years' experience as a procurement specialist/buyer, preferably at a senior level.
- Proven track record in procuring supplies and services across a range of categories, including but not limited to professional services, ICT, facilities management services in a public sector procurement environment.
- Proven experience of contract negotiation and contract execution.
- A degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
- Excellent knowledge of relevant national and EU procurement legislation
- Strong understanding of the technical and commercial aspects of procurement, particularly in relation to the procurement of ICT Systems and Financial Services
- Strong interpersonal and stakeholder relationship management skills
- Strong negotiation skills with demonstrable results.
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and be self-motivated with demonstrable problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise and handle a complex and varied workload.
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