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Position: Senior Commercial Procurement Specialist (MCIPS or Equivalent) Location: Salary: £650 per day Are you an experienced procurement professional looking for a new challenge? The Civil Nuclear Police Authority (CNPA) is seeking a highly skilled Senior Commercial Procurement Specialist to join our team.
About The CNPA: The CNPA plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of civil nuclear sites across the UK.
As a Senior Commercial Procurement Specialist, you will be instrumental in supporting our mission by providing expert advice on complex commercial matters.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and implement complex commercial strategies for programmes of work.
Ensure that all non-payroll spend is compliant with all statutory, regulatory, and government requirements whilst meeting the demonstrated needs of the CNPA.
Make professional recommendations that will be relied on by the organisation to make important strategic and contractual decisions affecting projects with lifetime budgets exceeding £1m.
Provide ongoing senior-level, professional cover for both Head of Procurement & Contract Management and Chief Commercial Officer.
Establish, implement, and enforce strategic procurement policies to ensure compliance with legal obligations.
Requirements:
MCIPS Professional Qualification or equivalent.
Extensive experience in leading challenging commercial undertakings in the public sector.
Advanced understanding of procurement law and government regulations.
Strong negotiation and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and challenging environment.
Why Join Us:
Competitive salary of Up to £650 per day inside ir35
Opportunity to make a real difference in the safety and security of civil nuclear sites.
Dynamic and collaborative work environment.
Continuous learning and development opportunities.
About the Recruitment Process: Service Care Solutions is assisting the CNPA with the recruitment process for this position.
If you're ready to take on a new challenge and contribute to our vital mission, we want to hear from you! To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to Lewis.Ashcroft@Servicecare.org.uk ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Abingdon, England
Salary / Rate: £500 - £650 per hour
Posted: 2024-04-17 11:12:01
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Service Care Solutions are seeking interest, to increase capacity of the Commercial team at Cumbria Police for up to a 6-month period to deal with workload.
We are looking for innovative and creative individual with skills, knowledge, and experience of working within a Public Sector procurement environment.Location: Penrith (Hybrid)Knowledge/experience required:
Relevant professional qualification (ideally CIPS level 4 or above/ working towards), and/or relevant experience in this field.
Working knowledge of public procurement regulations/ working in a Public Sector procurement environment.
Procurement practitioner experience of undertaking quote & tender exercises.
Experience in stakeholder/customer engagement/ supplier relationship & contract management.
Experience of developing/delivering effective working alliances, partnerships, and services.
Excellent communication, team working/leadership skills.
Good problem solving and innovative thinking.
Ability to effectively prioritise own and other workloads.
Good IT skills (desirable experience of Oracle/ oracle Fusion, E-tendering portals & contract databases).
If you are interested in this role or want further discussion, please contact Lewis O'Donnell either via email: lewis.odonnell@servicecare.org.uk or tel: 01772208962.
Alternatively, if you have any friend or colleagues that might be interested, please feel free to refer them as we a have a referral scheme in place of up to £400. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Penrith, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 6 Months
Salary / Rate: Up to £22.56 per hour
Posted: 2024-04-17 09:44:38
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Purchasing Manager - Burnley - Industrial ManufacturingAbout The CompanyMy client is an established industrial manufacturing business with innovation and customer focus at the heart of everything they do.
Independently owned and with operations in over 40 countries across Europe, Asia, America and Russia they are driven by quality, efficiency, reliability and stability.Due to internal progression, they are currently looking to recruit an experienced Purchasing Manager to play a pivotal role in the ongoing development of their Purchasing Department / Team.
The successful candidate should have strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and lead the existing team, whilst also contributing to the ongoing direction of the department.Purchasing Manager - Package Details
£45,000 - £50,000 dependent on experience
£Car Allowance
25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
Private Healthcare
Enhanced Pension Scheme
Annual Profit Share
Free On-Site Parking
Purchasing Manager - Requirements
Qualified to CIPS Level 5
At least 6 years Procurement or Supply Chain experience, ideally gained within a fast paced, process based industrial manufacturing environment
Previous experience of leading a team of buyers and purchasing assistants
Strong experience in Supplier Sourcing, Vendor Appraisal, Formal Tenders and Contract Negotiation
Ability to work closely with all areas of the business and key stakeholders
Previous experience / knowledge of SAP would be highly desirable
Purchasing Manager - Key Responsibilities
Assist in the On-going development of the purchasing strategy
Responsible for price and contract negotiation of circa £60M
Focused on product cost reduction, value engineering, savings and efficiencies
Provide industry insight to internal stakeholders
Manage supplier relationships from selection to product availability
On-going review of supplier performance
Ongoing Management of Purchasing Team (4 Individuals)
Manage MRP for all direct inventory
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Type: Permanent Location: Burnley, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £45000 - £50000 per annum + Car Allowance & Annual Bonus
Posted: 2024-04-12 12:27:26
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Parts ManagerHythe£30,000 - £35,000Mon – Fri 08:00 – 17:00Are you an experienced professional with a knack for managing parts and inventory? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, growing business environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!My client is a successful and rapidly expanding business based in Hythe, dedicated to providing top-quality service and products to their valued customers.
With their commitment to excellence and a focus on continuous growth, they are seeking a dynamic Parts Manager to join the team and contribute to their continued success.Key Responsibilities:• Manage and optimise inventory levels to meet customer demand while minimising excess stock.• Source parts from suppliers, negotiate pricing and terms, and maintain strong relationships to ensure timely delivery and competitive pricing.• Oversee the parts ordering process, including identifying parts needed, processing orders, and tracking shipments to ensure accuracy and efficiency.• Collaborate with other departments, such as service and sales, to ensure seamless operations and exceptional customer service.• Implement and maintain best practices for parts management, including inventory control, pricing strategies, and customer service standards.• Monitor market trends and industry developments to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation within the parts department.The Ideal Candidate:• Proven experience in parts management and inventory control.• Excellent leadership and communication skills.• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors.• Solid understanding of parts ordering processes, inventory management systems, and automotive industry trends.• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt quickly to changing priorities.• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and inventory management software.Why Join the Team:• Competitive salary starting at £30,000 per annum, with opportunities for advancement and professional growth.• Fully funded service van.• 20 days of holiday per year, increasing annually to a maximum of 23.• Company contribution to the Nest pension scheme.• Health & wellbeing programme to support your overall wellness.• Dynamic and supportive work environment with a focus on teamwork and collaboration.• Opportunity to make a significant impact and contribute to the success and growth of a leading automotive business.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: Hythe
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £30k - 35k per year
Posted: 2024-03-22 10:32:11
