Basic Function:

• To deliver specific procurement processes for service, supplies and facilities management contracts.
• To ensure that value for money is demonstrated on contracts ensuring that all contracts deliver the most cost-effective solution. 
• To contribute towards the provision of a Directorate procurement service providing advice, management and coordination of procurement-related activities across a wide range and value of contracts, including building and non-building-related contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• To produce reports for Senior Managers on a range of procurement-related activities, documenting processes, procedures and decisions, and making recommendations as appropriate.
• To ensure the production of preliminary budget estimates and (where appropriate) life-cycle costs for projects.
• To ensure the production of appropriate option appraisals to ensure that the most cost-effective project solution that maximizes added value is implemented, undertaking appraisals as appropriate
• To assist in managing and monitoring the timescale and procurement programs for the production of tender and contract documentation 
• To arrange the production of appropriate tender and contract documentation 
• To manage the dispatch of tender documentation and co-ordinate responses to tender enquiries as appropriate
• To establish scheme budgets and expenditure profiles for projects 
• To assist in conducting negotiations for building and facilities management contracts in accordance with contract standing orders.
• To ensure that payment recommendations are made in accordance with the terms of the contract, monitoring scheme costs and projected expenditure.

      Qualifications

• At least a BS Degree graduate.
• Demonstrable post-qualification experience within a procurement or procurement-related environment
• Ability to work at a senior level and to contribute proactively and positively in a team environment.
• Ability to think creatively and develop innovative strategies with a good knowledge of standard forms of building contracts.
• High level of verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to compile reports for senior managers in relation to complex technical and contractual matters in a logical, clear and concise manner.
• Thorough knowledge of current practices and developments in relation to relevant aspects of the construction and / or procurement business.