Procurement Specialist - Remote, United Kingdom - Andy File Associates Ltd

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Description

Andy File Associates Limited is working as a Recruitment Agency on behalf of our client with regards this permanent position.

Our Client


Our client is a proven global e-Procurement software as a service marketplace provider since 2006, and creator of the leading procurement publication 'In-procurement'.

With over 800 clients worldwide in over 130 countries utilising the software in part or as a whole and forming the 'In-tend Community'.

We are currently recruiting for a
Procurement Specialist, with recent experience of working within the public sector.

You will be required to assist in developing and delivering sales activities comprising of procurement consultancy to both the public and private sectors.

You will also undertake bid writing on behalf of our client and its suppliers alongside providing managed tender services.

The client is committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce. They believe in creating environments that reflect our diverse communities. They are a culture that values difference, fosters inclusion and promotes collaboration. They open our doors to new perspectives, new voices, and new opportunities. They know that diversity drives innovation, empowers employees, and bolsters social responsibility. They are growing our network of people, programs and resources aimed at moving our company and industry forward.


Role and Responsibilities

  • Through conversation, developing enquiries into revenue through communicating effectively with prospective customers
  • Delivering procurement related consultancy (ie bid writing); through to fully managed procurement services (ie managed tenders) in line with client specifications. This may include assisting by developing legislatively compliant specifications
  • Working in conjunction with client organisations to act as an extension of their own Procurement Department delivering a range of instructed procurement services
  • Identifying and undertaking a range of procurement exercises for Intend (DPS/frameworks) for a marketplace offering
  • Writing and delivering a range of procurement related seminars to a variety of audiences, both remotely and in person when restrictions allow (these may be online only indefinitely)
  • Contributing to our ISSN bimonthly publication, _InProcurement_
  • Assist in overseeing and upskilling junior members of the Procurement Services team
  • Other duties as required

About you

  • Recent public sector procurement and regulations experience (Essential)
  • Part or full CIPS qualification preferred (Essential)
  • A familiarity with developing specifications and authoring compliant tender documentation
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work on own or as part of a team
  • Experience in delivering procurement benefits through use of procurement tools
  • Experience of delivering bid writing
  • Experience in delivering a range of training materials both in person and online
  • Experience managing and developing procurement colleagues

What we can offer

  • Excellent rates of pay of up to £38,000 depending on experience
  • Excellent inhouse training
  • Home based laptop and phone provided
  • Potential to travel worldwide and across the UK
  • Company pension

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Salary:
Up to £38,000.00 per year


Benefits:


  • Company pension
  • Free or subsidised travel
  • Work from home

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends

Work Location:
Remote

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