NES Fircroft are currently recruiting for a Project Procurement Manager for our client, who are a global leader in Power Technology.

Project Procurement Manager
Contract position: initial 9-month contract
Hybrid working: office based in Manchester

The Role
As part of the Project Team, you will Integrate Procurement in the project management process and organise, control and monitor all Procurement activities in a project.
• To develop and drive the Procurement strategy of assigned activities to ensure cost effective purchasing to meet cost targets and expediting to meet programmes.
• Develop and deliver Procurement Strategy for allocated Projects, issue RFQ’s, conduct negotiation with suppliers, drive the selection process and raise/issue Purchase orders in accordance with Procurement Procedures, to meet objectives.(typically up to £15 million)
• Working in an autonomous manner using acquired knowledge and skills, to make key procurement decisions within limits of authority, to support the Procurement Manager in ensuring that the business has a professional Logistical & Procurement Service obtaining ‘Best Value for Money’ deals.
• A sound knowledge of Sub-Contract packages and techniques / skills associated with ‘Obtaining best value’ results for the Business
• Ensure employees comply with the Corporate Procurement policies, the Strategic Procurement initiatives and ensure full compliance with any business requirements

The responsibilities
• Responsibility for allocated projects including A & B with typical volumes of >£100m
• Develop closer relationships with Strategic/key suppliers.
• Build upon the positive relationships already developed with other Divisions in the UK, identifying ‘Best Practices’ and motivating the businesses to achieve critical goals.
• Keep the Project Team aware of market trends relevant to their business and contribute to interdepartmental relationships by providing information and advice as necessary.
• Identify opportunities to maximise the benefits of e-Business solutions, SAP functionality and the introduction and implementation of new initiatives.
• Deputise as appropriate within the Procurement department as required.
• Play an active role in the tendering process to enable cost competitive offering to customers whilst ensuring compliance with procurement LoA process.
• Ensure that Terms & Conditions secured with Suppliers cover the Risk Criteria in line with the procurement strategy.
• Proactively identify and raise awareness of potential supply chains and instigate actions to mitigate within the business.
• Lead supplier development on specified strategic commodities, normally with a value £5m>
• Assist in the development and implementation of the business unit action plan
• Identify process improvement opportunities and proactively develop solutions
• Play a key role in the implementation of specific B.I. Programmes.
Unrestricted
• Abide by all business compliance requirements in line with Company policies, for example Business Conduct Guidelines & Confidential Information.
• Perform other duties as required by the Procurement Manager
• Source, assess, develop and maintain supplier relationships to ensure short term Project objectives and long-term company objectives.
• Develop a Procurement strategy to provide structured & professional support to the commercial / tendering managers in the selection and negotiation on B Projects of ‘Suppliers / Subcontractors’.
• Responsible for the maintenance of key Procurement data
• Responsible for provision of key Procurement documents including Procurement Plan, Jedox, Bid Comparison and Sourcing Board on allocated projects
• Participating and supporting the implementation of the BU Procurement strategy
• Manage quality and delivery of all purchases to project timescales, objectives and equipment specification.
• Actively support the Procurement Managers objectives to ensure the goals of the organisation are delivered and provide a lead for others in the Procurement team.
• Place orders against fully authorised requisitions and ensure timely and correct close out of the purchase process including resolving invoice queries.

Key Skills and experience required for the Project Procurement Manager role
• Ideally holding or working towards:
- CIPS qualification level 6 and working towards MCIPS or equivalent experience.
• Product Procurement or Operational Procurement experience
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a procurement department.
• Commercial / contractual experience in negotiating Terms and Conditions for:
- Individual Purchases up to £5M in Value
- Management of Commodities with spend up to £5M per annum.
- Negotiation of Frameworks with spend over £10M per annum.
• Strong knowledge of purchasing techniques and skills associated with the procurement of manufacturing and project equipment, goods and services.
• A sound knowledge of contract law, with practical experience of their application to procurement projects.
• Expertise in utilising logistical concepts, including in depth knowledge of INCOTERMS.
• Experience of giving presentations /chairing meetings


With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.