Company Description

Named in honour of Alan Turing, the Institute is a place for inspiring, exciting work and we need passionate, sharp, and innovative people who want to use their skills to contribute to our mission to make great leaps in data science and AI research to change the world for the better.

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Position

An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Procurement Manager. The Institute does not have a procurement services function, so your role will be to establish the function and implement a procurement strategy and policy across the Institute.

ROLE PURPOSE

The post-holder will establish and lead the Institute's Procurement Services function. You will create a centrally coordinated highly effective procurement service with strong execution capability. You will deliver substantial and sustainable savings and be an integral strategic partner with research support teams, operational teams and supply chain partners.

DUTIES AND AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Develop and lead a commercially focused procurement function that aligns with and supports the Institute's strategic objectives
• Foster a collaborative approach to procurement across all departments, ensuring a unified and efficient process
• Design, implement, and manage a comprehensive procurement and supply chain strategy, including the development of the overall supply chain management framework, policies and procedures
• Engage key stakeholders throughout the process to ensure alignment with organisational goals
• Establish and oversee a robust contract management process, ensuring all high-risk and major contracts include appropriate commercial and performance management measures
• Develop and maintain a supplier relationship management framework aimed at maximising commercial benefits, enhancing innovation, and fostering strong partnerships
• Analyse and rationalise the supply chain, identifying spend categories with multiple suppliers
• Lead the procurement process to streamline these categories, establishing a vetted list of preferred suppliers with appropriate contractual arrangements in place

Requirements

• Knowledge of contract and supplier management
• Negotiation and commercial acumen with a proven experience of achieving cost savings and sustainable benefits through effective negotiations
• Experience in a similar role and understanding the importance of working collaboratively
• Ability to analyse both financial and non-financial information and identify commercial opportunities
• Demonstrate a long-term strategic vision/understanding to help balance immediate requirements against long-term needs
• Excellent analytical, strategic and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent negotiation and relationship management skills
• Ability to manage multiple procurement priorities and the associated expectations

Please see the job description for a full breakdown of the role and person specification.

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APPLICATION PROCEDURE

If you are interested in this opportunity, please click the apply button below. You will need to register on the applicant portal and complete the application form including your CV and covering letter. If you have questions about the role or would like to apply using a different format, please contact us on 020 3862 3536 or email [email protected] .

If you are an internal applicant and wish to apply, please send your CV and Cover Letter directly to [email protected] and your application will be considered.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: SUNDAY 16 NOVEMBER AT 23:59 (LONDON, UK, GMT)

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early to interview suitable candidates before the closing date if enough applications are received.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

This full-time post is offered on a fixed term basis for 12 months. The annual salary is £54,612 plus excellent benefits, including flexible working and family friendly policies, Employee-only benefits guide | The Alan Turing Institute

The Alan Turing Institute is based at the British Library, in the heart of London's Knowledge Quarter. We expect staff to come to our office at least 4 days per month. Some roles may require more days in the office; the hiring manager will be able to confirm this during the interview.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

The Alan Turing Institute is committed to creating an environment where diversity is valued and everyone is treated fairly.

In accordance with the Equality Act, we welcome applications from anyone who meets the specific criteria of the post regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We are committed to making sure our recruitment process is accessible and inclusive. This includes making reasonable adjustments for candidates who have a disability or long-term condition. Please contact us at [email protected] to find out how we can assist you.

Please note all offers of employment are subject to obtaining and retaining the right to work in the UK and satisfactory pre-employment security screening which includes a DBS Check. Full details on the pre-employment screening process can be requested from [email protected].