Assistant Procurement Manager

Project Details A fantastic Assistant Procurement Manager job based in Manchester offering the opportunity to work with a team of talented procurement professionals to deliver excellent strategic procurement and contract advice. This procurement job includes the opportunity to provide a full procurement service from the beginning of projects to the end with one of your employers most important clients.There will be opportunities for international and national travel to help and manage commissions.Hybrid working is available, although the client dictates the working model. Responsibilities and Duties Provide clients with procurement advice on important projectsProvide specialist advise to clients in all sectors about procurement strategyTo manage procurement services from start to finish on large scale construction related projectsTo support development of the company’s servicesTo provide procurement support to ensure goals are achieved at a team levelTo support proposal documents and bid preparation work Desired Skills and Experience Must be able to develop key strategy/documentation that work well with public procurement regulationMust have supply chain expertise in the construction industry or a related sectorMust have experience with varying types of construction contracts but mainly NECRail experience with a link to procurement capacity whether direct or indirect is desirableMust have experience in tender preparation, evaluation and managementMust have experience using e-procurement softwareIdeally have experience in major construction projectsConfident and able to work independentlyAble to manage work/business/career development activitiesPossessing excellent communication, adaptability and a determination for success Qualifications/Educational Requirements A degree relating to quantity surveying, law or procurement is preferredMember of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (MCIPS) preferred Employing Company Overview and Profile This leading, premium, multi-disciplinary consultancy company works in London with their employees to achieve outstanding results for their clients.They work globally to complete challenging projects with their dynamic, diverse team. This creates exciting working environments and great career prospects for ambitious procurement professionals. Additional Benefits Package and Incentives Generous basic salaryCar allowanceHoliday 25 + 8 daysPension – matched contributions up to 5%Health insuranceMedical insurance (including dependence)Life insurancePersonal accident cover