Job Title:
Senior Procurement Consultant Location:
Glasgow Salary:
Up to £53,000, up to 10% bonus and health cover Flexible Working Pattern Help us create a better future, quicker. As a Senior Procurement Consultant,
you’ll provide competitive advantage and cost reductions in the acquisition of goods, works and services by tendering and negotiating high value complex contracts within our Corporate Procurement team. What you’ll be doing: You’ll provide end-to-end stakeholder support through building key relationships internally across ScottishPower and the Iberdrola Group, particularly in Spain, and externally with a range of suppliers from local SMEs to global strategic partners. Cover all aspects of procurement strategy through to contract award and supporting contract management including supplier and market research, pre-qualification, tendering, negotiation of contracts and analysis and presentation of proposals that are in the best interests of the Company. Establish the commercial effectiveness of services and works, aligning processes, undertaking risk management and control, and supplying insights through management information and reporting. Lead the commercial aspects of tendering, contract negotiations and managing commercial and contractual activities both pre-contract and where appropriate post-contract to ensure delivery of high-quality procurement solutions and services. What you’ll bring: Understanding of both tactical and strategic procurement principles, practices, and processes – confident to develop appropriate contracting strategies and tendering and negotiating important one-off contracts and framework agreements that meet the business timescales and specifications. Proven tender experience in either a procurement team or commercial contract management team. Experience of working with the Public/Utilities Procurement Regulations is ideal, but not essential. Knowledge of, or interest in, services specific procurement and contracts would also be desirable. Strong communication skills to persuade, challenge, and build credibility with key stakeholders. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tenders independently. Confidence in the use of Microsoft Excel to work with formulae and calculations. What's in it for you: As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits, including: 36 days annual leave Holiday purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme Payroll giving and charity matched funding Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases Electric Vehicle Schemes Cycle to Work scheme and public transport season ticket loans Options to purchase dental insurance, private medical insurance, health cash plan and annual health assessments Access to ‘nudge’ financial wellbeing support Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more. Why ScottishPower: ScottishPower is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. We are committed to generating all of our energy from renewable resources and creating the energy infrastructure of the future. With diverse opportunities and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals. ScottishPower is committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long-term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support, please reach out to
careers@scottishpower.com . Mobility:
Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required, the Company will support the employee with the necessary immigration requirements. IMPORTANT:
Advert will close at 23:59 GMT the day before
Job Posting End Date
below: January-6-2025
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Senior Procurement Consultant Location:
Glasgow Salary:
Up to £53,000, up to 10% bonus and health cover Flexible Working Pattern Help us create a better future, quicker. As a Senior Procurement Consultant,
you’ll provide competitive advantage and cost reductions in the acquisition of goods, works and services by tendering and negotiating high value complex contracts within our Corporate Procurement team. What you’ll be doing: You’ll provide end-to-end stakeholder support through building key relationships internally across ScottishPower and the Iberdrola Group, particularly in Spain, and externally with a range of suppliers from local SMEs to global strategic partners. Cover all aspects of procurement strategy through to contract award and supporting contract management including supplier and market research, pre-qualification, tendering, negotiation of contracts and analysis and presentation of proposals that are in the best interests of the Company. Establish the commercial effectiveness of services and works, aligning processes, undertaking risk management and control, and supplying insights through management information and reporting. Lead the commercial aspects of tendering, contract negotiations and managing commercial and contractual activities both pre-contract and where appropriate post-contract to ensure delivery of high-quality procurement solutions and services. What you’ll bring: Understanding of both tactical and strategic procurement principles, practices, and processes – confident to develop appropriate contracting strategies and tendering and negotiating important one-off contracts and framework agreements that meet the business timescales and specifications. Proven tender experience in either a procurement team or commercial contract management team. Experience of working with the Public/Utilities Procurement Regulations is ideal, but not essential. Knowledge of, or interest in, services specific procurement and contracts would also be desirable. Strong communication skills to persuade, challenge, and build credibility with key stakeholders. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tenders independently. Confidence in the use of Microsoft Excel to work with formulae and calculations. What's in it for you: As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits, including: 36 days annual leave Holiday purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme Payroll giving and charity matched funding Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases Electric Vehicle Schemes Cycle to Work scheme and public transport season ticket loans Options to purchase dental insurance, private medical insurance, health cash plan and annual health assessments Access to ‘nudge’ financial wellbeing support Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more. Why ScottishPower: ScottishPower is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. We are committed to generating all of our energy from renewable resources and creating the energy infrastructure of the future. With diverse opportunities and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals. ScottishPower is committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long-term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support, please reach out to
careers@scottishpower.com . Mobility:
Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required, the Company will support the employee with the necessary immigration requirements. IMPORTANT:
Advert will close at 23:59 GMT the day before
Job Posting End Date
below: January-6-2025
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