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Category Officer Infrastructure

Job LocationLeeds
EducationNot Mentioned
Salary£29,179 - £32,160 per annum
IndustryNot Mentioned
Functional AreaNot Mentioned
Job TypePermanent, full-time

Job Description

About DefraDefra is the UK Government department responsible for safeguarding our natural environment, supporting our world-leading food and farming industry, and sustaining a thriving rural economy.Defra comprises of the Core Department, Environment Agency, Food Standards Agency, Rural Payments Agency, Centre for Environment, Fisheries & Aquaculture Science, Forestry Commission, Animal Health and Veterinary Laboratories Agency, Natural England and Veterinary Medicines Directorate to name a few.Their broad remit means they play a major role in peoples day-to-day life, from the food we eat, the air we breathe, and the water we drink.About the Team and What They DoThis is a particularly exciting time to join the Defra group. They are leading on much of the government’s work to protect the public such as flood defence, enhancing science capability, improvement of the environment and aiding in a successful transition from the EU.Defra group Commercial have also been instrumental and helping the Government to respond to COVID by setting up contracts for "foodboxes" for the vulnerable.You will have the opportunity to contribute towards and influence the development of new approaches and policies on a wide range of issues affecting millions of people in the UK.The Infrastructure/Construction category team predominantly deliver construction and civil engineering commercial services, including both capital spend and operational maintenance.The team support to the Environment Agency underpins the construction and maintenance of the UK’s national flood and coastal defence infrastructure in mitigation of climate change.It also includes delivering large scale, complex infrastructure related professional procurements, mechanical & electrical engineering and specialist coastal protection work.The Government have recently announced a significant £5.2bn funding settlement over the next 6 years to aid in flood defences.What You Will Be Doing:

  • Leading the award and monitoring medium value/risk contracts in accordance with Defra’s commercial policies and procedures, whilst applying the full Commercial DNA.
  • Support the management and development of key supplier relationships to deliver exceptional performance in cost, service and quality.
  • Build and sustain effective relationships with category customers.
  • Provide day to day advice on commercial issues and governance across the relevant category, taking full account of risk, exploiting commercial opportunities and maximising value of money and savings.
  • Benefits of the Role:
  • Flexible Working- Variations in your hours from day to day, suiting your needs, and where this is compatible with business needs.
  • An amazing Pension Scheme- Defra will make an employer contribution of between 26.6% and 27.9% dependent on your pensionable salary.
  • Volunteering. Each year you will be entitled to three 3 days special leave with pay to volunteer.
  • Staff Bonuses and Recognitions- Staff Recognition Scheme, and in-year awards to reward exemplary work.
  • Growth and Development- Civil Servants are encouraged to have a minimum of five days of learning and development each year. You will also have access to Government Commercial College resources.
  • Mentoring and Coaching: You will have the opportunity to voluntarily engage and work confidentially with a mentor or coach
  • Immense job satisfaction - This role will make a geniune positive impact of your community. And the team are very supportive and friendly.
  • Required Skills and Experience
  • Leading and implementing medium sized (£50k - £500k) procurements projects through the end-to-end lifecycle- design (strategy and market engagement), procure and contract award.
  • Builds relationships and has experience of influencing stakeholders in a commercial environment.
  • Provides advice and support on specification development, basic procurement strategies and pricing models, planning and implementation of procurement plans.
  • Experience of leading contract
  • Disability Confidence SchemeDisabled applicants who meet the essential criteria in the job specification are guaranteed an interview. Selection will be on merit. If you wish to claim a guaranteed interview under the Disability Commitment, you should complete the Equality and Diversity section that forms part of the advert. It is not necessary to state the nature of your disability.

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