Contracts and Procurement Analyst
 
Our client is currently recruiting for the position of Contracts & Procurement Analyst, based in Aberdeen.  This is a long-term contract role to support renewables projects.  Competitive PAYE day rate and hybrid working available (3 days office based, 2 days from home).
 
Responsibilities:

• The focus will be on contracts for the projects to facilitate the development of renewable projects and progression towards Financial Investment Decision. This will include contracts such as planning, permitting & studies, EPC/ICP and surveys. Once awarded there will be a requirement to support any procurement activities through the construction phase from commencement to completion
• Assist in the identification and selection of suppliers to be invited to submit responses to Call for Tenders (CFT), Request for Information (RFI) & Expressions of Interest (EOI)
• Negotiation and award of contracts for goods and services in consultation with the wider project team and HQ in accordance with best-value and approved procedures. Preparation and issuing of CFT, RFI, EOI & Non-Disclosure Agreements
• Assist in the evaluation of commercial element of bids and co-ordinating inputs from the wider evaluation team (technical, legal, HSE)
• Negotiate terms & conditions with preferred suppliers
• Support with preparation of contracting strategies and Recommendation to Awards (RTAs)
• Develop and maintain the Onshore Projects’ Procurement Plan, identifying all upcoming procurement support requirements
• Maintain Onshore Projects' Contract Registers
• Seeking internal approval and managing Variation Orders for changes to scopes of work
• Seeking internal approval, from all concerned UK affiliates, for contract renewals/extensions
• Providing ad hoc C&P services for central services, including those affecting all UK affiliates (e.g. HR benefits)
• Drafting and responding to contractual communications to be issued to contractors
• Maintain contractual registers
• Establish a SQM (Supplier Quality Management) process for the affiliate.

 
Experience & Qualifications:

• Knowledge of and a proven track record in managing procurement activities from identification of requirements through to contract award. Preferably with knowledge and experience in the renewables market but this is not essential
• Ability to build effective relationships and be a team player at all levels both within the team and with suppliers
• Proven ability to communicate at all levels both written and verbally
• A strong results focus supported by relevant commercial skills and knowledge required to deliver value to the company
• A proven ability to conduct successful commercial negotiations with suppliers
• Knowledge of relevant procurement processes and procedures
• Ability to work under pressure to tight timescales
• Attention to detail
• Commercial acumen including the evaluation of tender submission
• Negotiation and closing contracts

 
Contract position
 
If you feel that you are well suited to the above opportunity and would like to find out more then please contact Orion Group for more information or apply by forwarding your current CV quoting reference: TR/081780.


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