Supply Chain Specialist - Supplier Improvement

Who You Are

You are an experienced professional who understands the importance of effective procurement within an organization and can provide specialist advice, guidance, and support. You possess the ability to robustly challenge internal and external stakeholders while working within a busy cross-functional team. Your background should include significant experience in the People and Corporate category, with a focus on areas like Adult and Children's Social Care, Public Health Services, IT & Digital, Recruitment, and Corporate Services.

What the job involves

In this role, you will be responsible for developing and delivering sourcing, procurement, and contract management strategies while realizing cashable savings. You will deliver projects on time and within budget by applying structured methodologies such as PRinCE2. The role involves working with a variety of public procurement procedures, leading partnership efforts, representing the organization externally, and building strong relationships with partners, providers, and stakeholders. You will also be expected to assess changes, manage risks, and develop strategic responses and long-term plans.

Skills

• Knowledge of modern best practice procurement contracts
• Experience with public procurement procedures
• Expertise in contract management and monitoring
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills
• Excellent presentation and negotiation skills
• ICT proficiency, including Microsoft applications
• Proven leadership in partnership working
• Ability to identify, manage risk, and develop strategic solutions
• Degree or equivalent vocational qualification
• MCIPS/IACCM qualification (desirable)