- forecast levels of demand for services and products
- conduct research to source the best products and suppliers in terms of best value, delivery schedules and quality
- run tenders, evaluate bids and make recommendations, based on commercial and technical factors in EIP.
- negotiate and agree contracts, monitoring the quality of service provided
- Exercise material planning for structural steel with CMD and execute steel and consumables reconciliation on monthly basis.
- keep contract files and use them as reference for the future
- build and maintain good relationships with new and existing suppliers
- manage and motivate a team of procurement staff
- liaise between suppliers, manufacturers, internal teams such as supply chain, planning, marketing, IT and sales, and customers
- develop strategies to make sure that cost savings and supplier performance targets are met - or exceeded
- ensure all procurement processes are followed and accurately recorded
- undertake value for money reviews of existing contracts and arrangements
- ensure the security and sustainability of sources of essential products and services
- forecast price trends and their impact on future activities
- give presentations about market analysis and possible growth
- develop and implement a procurement strategy
- Analyse data and produce reports and statistics on spending and saving
- ensure suppliers are aware of business objectives
- attend meetings and lead the presentations
- keep up to date with trends and innovations, regulation and new technology that can impact on the business
- train junior members of staff.
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
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