Procurement Leader

Procurement Leader Barrow in Furness Based (Mainly remote) £45.50 an hour Umbrella Inside IR35 6 Month Contract initially. This is a great opportunity to work within one of the UK's leading Defence organisations based In Barrow in Furness. 1-2 days per month on site so mainly remote working. The role holder: - May have some supervisory responsibilities, including managing direct reports, allocating and checking work, formal approval of documents and undertaking Performance Development Reviews in line with company procedures. - Will demonstrate leadership behaviours. - Be seen by internal stakeholders as the primary / initial point of contact for their area of responsibility. Experience required:- - Preferably experience of working in a Procurement environment; and / or - Possess a high standard of Procurement competence in key areas of Sourcing process knowledge, Contracting Skills, Financial Awareness, and Supplier Management. - A good understanding of the Procurement process. - An ability to negotiate complex contract terms (including obtaining support from SME's when appropriate). - A proactive approach to solving problems, leading the wider team to develop and deliver solutions. - A focus on actively contributing to the development of service improvements and efficiencies. - A willingness to participate in working groups aimed at delivering business led solutions. - An understanding of the Delegated Authority process. - An understanding of when matters should be formally escalated for wider awareness and input. - Degree or Equivalent Standard - CIPS or working towards CIPS preferred Fot more information please contact Lauren Morley at JAM Recruitment or click apply