Head of Operational Procurement

Job Description

Maternity Cover Contract: 9-12 months with further opportunities available to remain in the Constellia teamAbout ConstelliaWe are experts in professional services spend management. Established in 2007, we manage and influence spend in over 150 organisations across the UK public and private sectors. Our Procurement MSP was established in 2020 as an alternative to traditionalprocurement frameworks or long-winded procurement activity. We also facilitate the Consultancy Procurement Council which is global network of professional services category experts from over 100 of the world’s largest organisations, influencing £billions ofspend.Job Purpose:You will provide direct support to our clients with their sourcing requirements, managing the end-to end procurement process using our purpose-built source-to-pay platform. Leading a team of procurement specialists and assistants to deliver excellent servicein all procurement activity - from specification development, tendering and contracting to ensuring milestone achievement, successful project delivery and payment.Key Responsibilities:Team Leadership:

• Lead, motivate and inspire a team of procurement professionals providing support and guidance as required using a coaching and mentoring approach
• Set clear performance expectations and goals for the team and individuals
• Conduct regular team meetings to communicate updates and address concerns
• Develop a KPI dashboard and monitor team performance
• Foster a collaborative and positive working environment

Procurement Operations Management:

• Assist customers in meeting their sourcing needs and requirements effectively
• Act as a primary liaison with customers, offering on-site support when necessary
• Oversee the end-to-end procurement process, encompassing sourcing, supplier evaluation/selection and negotiation contracts
• Aid clients in crafting and developing tender documentation and specifications
• Conduct comprehensive commercial analysis of supplier proposals
• Managing the bid process efficiently
• Development detailed statement of works as needed
• Ensure prompt and accurate processing of orders
• Provide feedback on supplier performance regularly
• Resolve any procurement related conflicts or issues that may arise
• Provide training and support to customers in utilising our bespoke procurement platform
• Ensure compliance with relevant procurement policies and ethical standards
• Generate comprehensive reports on all aspects of procurement operations
• Attend monthly management meetings and deliver presentations on key performance indicators (KPIs) on project and supplier performance, contract and actual supplier spend

Skills, Knowledge & ExperienceEssential

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) and /or CIPS Level 4 (minimum)
• Minimum 8-10 years procurement experience some of which will be gained in professional services
• Previously managed a high performing team of procurement professionals (2-5 years)
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to multitask, working at pace whilst maintaining focus on detail
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with external and internal stakeholders
• Ability to demonstrate how you prioritise and manage your workload effectively
• Commercially minded