Procurement Specialist

Summary: The Procurement Specialist role involves supporting strategic sourcing activities and managing contracts for a high-profile railway client in the West Midlands. The position requires expertise in NEC 4 Contracts and aims to ensure compliance with procurement regulations while delivering value for money. The role is contract-based, offering a competitive daily rate. The successful candidate will work closely with stakeholders and suppliers to achieve procurement objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support strategic sourcing activities to identify suppliers and delivery partners in line with procurement policies.
• Prepare and negotiate contracts and amendments to meet business requirements.
• Advise stakeholders on best practices for obtaining value for money and quality goods/services.
• Interface with external lawyers regarding contract matters.
• Manage supplier accountability and contract delivery through robust management.
• Lead stakeholder meetings and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Manage the tender process timeline and communications with bidders.

Key Skills:

• Experience with regulated procurement, particularly Procurement Act 2023 and Utilities Contracts Regulations 2016.
• Leading strategic capital procurement projects for the public sector.
• Strong background in tender preparation, development, and negotiation.
• Extensive experience with NEC3 and NEC4 ECC Contracts.
• Cross-sector experience with a strong public procurement background.
• Achieved or working towards MCIPs accreditation.
• Degree related to construction, civil engineering, or quantity surveying preferred.
• Experience in Utilities and Infrastructure sectors is desirable.

Salary (Rate): 450

City: Birmingham

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: on-site

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Other