Procurement Manager / Procurement Consultant

AtkinsRéalis

  • Birmingham
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Job DescriptionBe the essence of collaboration.How would you like to work on some of the most exciting and prestigious projects around the globe? Join our collaborative Project & Programme Services team, where everyone has a voice, and together, we deliver excellence for people and the environment.Flexible and remote working are central to our culture. So, talk to us about how we can support you. How about opting for reduced workweeks or purchasing extra leave during school holidays? What about workplace adjustments or a supported transition back after a career break? We value your transferable skills and potential and are ready to invest in your development and progression.Our team make the biggest, most complex and ambitious infrastructure projects happen. Whether it’s forming the backbone of Britain’s transport network on High Speed 2, transforming how the railway works on East Coast Digital Programme, increasing our international connectivity on Heathrow Airport, helping the country deliver sustainable energy solutions or delivering safe and reliable journeys for National Highways and local government bodies, a career with us represents an opportunity to make a positive difference to the communities we serve and for future generations to come. And we do all of this whilst working with fun and passion.We are currently looking for a Procurement Consultant to support growth across our Infrastructure and Transportation programmes. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a business with a strong reputation for delivering high quality services within complex environments.Working with clients across the public and private sector, you will use your skills – technical and others - to share your knowledge, expertise, and experience, and ultimately to deliver fantastic services. You will work collaboratively with our clients and their supply chain partners to develop/deliver solutions to complex and dynamic problems.Your purpose:We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Procurement Professional or Procurement Consultant to help us establish our Procurement expertise within the Midlands Commercial & Procurement team. The successful candidate will have a passion to work with our Critical National Infrastructure clients operating with a growth mindset to build relationships with our clients. This role requires you to pull on your procurement and commercial expertise to advise and help deliver a wide range of procurement, commercial and supply chain requirements, from strategy to procurement, through to supplier management, all whilst focusing on ensuring maximum value within the supply chain eco-system for our clients. The ideal candidate, is a team player, has growing leadership qualities and possess the softer consulting skillset required to thrive in a client environment.What you can bring:
  • A Procurement Professional or Procurement Consultant with experience in infrastructure, construction, engineering, manufacturing, oil and gas or UK Public Sector organisations.
  • Has the ability to work in a client facing environment, alongside multidisciplinary teams of colleagues, clients and partners to deliver solutions to complex client or industry challenges.
  • Has experience in a range of end-to-end procurement lifecycle activities, with the ability to support the delivery of complex procurements across clients most strategic projects. Applicants should have the skill to support the development of procurement strategies, definition of complex requirements, support the delivery of procurements, mobilise contracts and maximise supplier relationship management.
  • Has knowledge and/or experience with construction contracts such as NEC, JCT, FIDIC. Has practical experience in working in any of the UK regulated markets under public sector regulations. Candidates should also have awareness of the Procurement Act.
  • Has communication and stakeholder management experience, with the ability to engage across complex stakeholder environments, utilising a range of informative communication tools to support buy-in across the organisation.Has the ability and willingness to develop technical and consulting skills to deliver excellent service to our clients, representing the AtkinsRéalis brand to their best of their ability.
  • Can develop commercial governance procedures, processes and systems within a client environment, taking into consideration clients strategic aims, challenges and current operational activities. Has business development and win-work experience, such as bid writing, pre-contract engagement, client relationship management.Has achieved or is working towards a relevant chartership and qualification such as MRICS, MCIPS or MCIOB (or similar).
  • Is confident in data analysis, utilising data to make informed procurement decisions and identify trends, supported with tools such as Excel, Power Bi, Tableau. Has the experience in planning or overseeing projects to ensure they are completed on time and within budget.
We recognise that not all candidates will have all the above required or desired skills and capabilities. At AtkinsRéalis we believe in supporting and nurturing our teams. Therefore, the right candidates will be fully supported and provided relevant training to deliver the obligations of their role.Why work for AtkinsRéalis?Looking for a place where you can engineer a better future? AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, our digital-enabled approach transforms outcomes for people and the environment. You'll have a myriad of projects to choose from and endless possibilities for career growth. More responsibility, acclaimed training programmes and flexible working are part of our inclusive culture of prioritising diversity, health, and happiness.Join our Project & Programme Services team and expand your career on some of the industry's most exciting and newsworthy construction projects – from Sizewell C to the world's tallest hotel, London's Heathrow Airport to Europe's first eco-friendly mosque. You'll enjoy invaluable exposure to international expertise as well as innovation in local niche areas. Communities are at the heart of our work and our people are proud to be working towards a Net Zero Carbon future and regenerating cities across the UK.Security clearance:This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.#LI-UK#LI-ATKINS #PPSProContrWorker Type EmployeeJob Type RegularAt AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.

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