Procurement Specialist

This 3-month contract requires a procurement specialist to identify and negotiate with suppliers for the supply of capital, consumables and services whilst ensuring that the tendering process and selection of these suppliers is performed in the most reliable and cost effective manner and in accordance with policy and proceedure.

Within this contract you will need to apply BEST practice techniques in negotiation and the management of these activities in accordance with policy and procedures taking into consideration the needs of customers.

Key Accountabilities :

• Develop strong internal working relationships with service providers
• Negotiate optimum deals with suppliers for goods and services within the tendering / contract policy and procedures of the organisation
• Negotiate variations and introduce quality and service performance criteria
• Work to pre determined timetables and deadlines
• Maintain a high degree of accuracy and analysis in the presentation of tenders to the delegated authority for approval
• Initiate key supplier development activities and manage relationships

Required Experience / Knowledge :

Ideal Personal Qualities :

If you are available to start next week and want the challenge of a longer-term contract then apply now to be considered