Senior Procurement Manager

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Senior Procurement Manager Manchester – Hybrid working Perm roleCompetitive Salary plus benefitsAs part of DCC’s procurement transformation, we are looking for a Senior Procurement Manager. The Senior procurement Manager will lead a team of 4 procurement managers and buyers, to deliver a category led buying approach from tactical buying to strategicmulti-year procurements. The role reports into the Head of Sourcing. These roles will change how we will consume energy for the next generation (25 years) and beyond. They are critical to support DCC and the Smart Meter programme.What will you be doing·Manage, lead, and deliver sourcing activity to assigned projects and categories utilising established negotiation, benchmarking, strategic sourcing techniques & sustainability policies·Working with C-Suite executives within and outside DCC to set and implement, sourcing and procurement strategies for all assigned DCC’s 3rd party spend –£500-£1bn/10 years per Category·Providing thought leadership on sourcing models to meet the different needs of the business – from catalogue and auctions through to complex multi-year transformational procurements·Providing sourcing expertise on one of the following areas: - Telecoms, Technology and IT, Security, Outsourcing, Innovation and Professional ServicesWhat are we looking for·Experience in leading Procurement Teams·Experience managing, leading, and delivering sourcing activity to assigned projects and categories utilising established negotiation, benchmarking & strategic sourcing techniques & sustainability policies that aligns with the Net Zero aims in theUK Government·Creation and implementation of supplier contracts, incorporating key commercial and contractual requirements·Understanding of regulated and a non-regulated procurement and sourcing environments, ideally with reference to secure and critical national industries·Extensive Executive Stakeholder Management·Significant Sourcing experience with a demonstrable track record of savings delivery·Strong research and analytical capabilities, in particular supply market research, spend analysis, business requirements analysis and bidder response evaluation·Proven level of negotiation and dispute resolution skill setAbout the DCC:At the DCC, we believe in making Britain more connected, so we can all lead smarter, greener lives. That desire to make a difference is what drives us every day and it wouldn’t be possible without our people. Each person at the DCC brings a special kindof power to the business, and if you join us, we’ll give you the means to unleash yours. Here, we depend on each other and hold each other accountable. You have the power to challenge and make change, to take the initiative and enjoy real responsibility. Whetherit’s doing purposeful work, helping us grow or building the career you want – we’ll give you the support to do it all. Our secure network for smart meters is transforming Britain’s energy system and helping the country’s fight against climate change: we wantyou to be part of our journey.Company benefits:The DCC’s continued success depends on our people. It’s important to us that you enjoy coming to work, and feel healthy, happy and rewarded. In this role, you’ll have access to a range of benefits which you can choose from to create a personalized plan uniqueto your lifestyle.If there are any questions you’d like to ask before applying, please contact or complete your application, so we can learn more about you. Your application will be carefully considered, and you’ll hear from us regarding its progress.Join the DCC and discover the power of you.What to do nowChoose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you. If you have any questions you’d like to ask before applying, please contactCapita Opportunity StatementThe parent company, Capita Plc*, are a leading UK provider of technology enabled business services. We’re supporting and improving the lives of millions of people every day and we can only do this with the right people in place, working towards a sharedgoal. We encourage an open, honest working environment where everyone can be true to themselves, and people are valued for their differences. We’re always challenging each other to learn and improve, because we know when we work together, we can deliver betteroutcomes.We work across such a huge range of businesses and sectors, that you’ll have the opportunity to grow and develop your career in any number of directions. You’ll also become part of a network of 63,000 experienced, innovative, and dedicated individuals acrossmultiple disciplines and sectors. There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career, and we’ll provide the support you need to do deliver. Our purpose is to create a betteroutcomefor you.