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Procurement Professional; based in Preston, 12 month contract; 37 hours a week; £24.00 per hour PAYE An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Procurement Professional to work as a member of the business, sector or group procurement team to provide procurement expertise, services and support to meet the operational needs of the business for BAE Systems. You will undertake a support role bringing a depth of expertise and will coordinate the work of others to ensure outcomes are delivered. As a Procurement Professional you will normally manage a larger or more complex order book, supplier or contract. Typical duties will involve; - Engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the product or service provision: - Meets the governance requirements of the business and our customers. - Delivers optimum value for money. - Achieves the required service level as agreed with internal stakeholders. - Seek out and champion opportunities for continuous improvement. - Ensure priorities are managed and any issues of concern are escalated. - Demonstrate a good understanding of Company systems, including purchase to pay systems, risk and supplier management tools. - Manage contracts throughout their life in conjunction with the business - Proactively manage instances of supplier under-performance against cost, quality and schedule. - Raise formal documents to support the sourcing and contracting process, including Request for Information, Request for Quotation, Assessment documents, Purchase Orders. - Manage supplier payment process and resolve any goods receiving and supplier debt issues. - Identify, deliver and record savings. - Effectively manage order book, to ensure timely deliveries and accurate cash forecasting. - May have responsibility for a small team or lead for an area of activity on behalf of the wider team. - Support and develop junior members of the team. - Work collaboratively to identify and escalate risk. - Ability to deputise for the Procurement Lead or Manager - Be an advocate for the Supply Chain Function. The successful candidate will have experience working within a procurement environment and possess a good standard of procurement competence in key areas of Sourcing, process knowledge, contracting skills and supplier management. You will also demonstrate good business acumen The ideal=candidate will possess or be working towards a Level 4 qualification (for example CIPS or ISM Level 4) or equivalent. Skills: - Works on own initiative with limited supervision and with responsibility for delivery, escalating concerns. Helps to define their own objectives. - Works as an integral part of the team. - Ability to use technical and previous experience to help make judgements. - Analyse information and implement solutions with support, that best meet the requirements of the business. - Accuracy and attention to detail. - Prioritising workload and communicating this to stakeholders when required. - Problem solving, working collaboratively within the team and with other stakeholders to identify solutions. - Ability to prioritise workload based on business need - Good stakeholder management. - Excellent communication skills. Morson is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. Buyer; vendor management; supply chain; procurement; purchasing; supplier management; risk management; negotiation; supplier performance; purchase orders; ERP systems; MS Office; influencing skills; shipping; ITAR; spares and repairs; RFQ; invoicing; SAP; Order book management; CIPS; MCIPS

Ivy Resource Group are recruiting for a talented and experienced M&E Senior Quantity Surveyor to support commercial operations across a range of major MEP projects. Our client is a Tier 1 contractor seeking a driven professional to join their South Wales & West region on a permanent basis , based between their Clevedon office and regional sites , with flexible working offered. The company Our client is a leading UK building, infrastructure, engineering and fit-out company. They deliver vital projects across a range of sectors including health, education, highways, justice, defence, aviation, water and environment. The role entails: This is a key position responsible for ensuring the successful commercial management and financial completion of MEP projects. You'll be overseeing project cost control, contractual administration, and mentoring junior surveyors. The role involves close collaboration with Contracts Managers, Pre-Construction, and Senior Commercial Management. You will manage multiple projects simultaneously and contribute to risk management, cost forecasting, subcontractor procurement, and final account settlement. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to play a pivotal part in a growing regional team, with excellent opportunities for career development and progression. What You Will Be Doing: Oversee commercial aspects of multiple MEP projects Produce accurate monthly cost/value reports and forecasts Liaise with Contracts Managers on project commercial performance Supervise and mentor junior commercial staff Prepare and review sub-contracts and negotiate terms Submit main contract applications and ensure timely cash collection Support final account negotiation and settlement Assist with pre-construction commercial input and risk management Ensure compliance with contractual requirements and internal procedures Conduct subcontractor performance reviews and ensure timely payments Contribute to dispute avoidance and resolution Coordinate and lead commercial meetings What We Need From You: Proven experience in a Senior Quantity Surveyor role, ideally in MEP/Building Services Strong understanding of construction industry practices and stakeholders Knowledge of standard forms of contract (e.g. NEC, JCT) Proficiency in reading and interpreting drawings/specifications Experience producing accurate cost reports and forecasts Commercially astute with negotiation and contract drafting skills Knowledge of CIS and payment procedures Excellent communication and leadership skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with COINS desirable Experience with final accounts, value engineering, and dispute resolution Experience working on health, education, commercial and mixed-use developments RICS or similar professional membership (preferred but not essential) Ability to adapt to change and work flexibly across multiple projects Salary & Benefits: 75,000 - 85,000 26 days annual leave (with the option to buy/sell up to 3 days) 3 additional long service days after 3, 7 and 10 years Car allowance Private medical insurance (option to extend to family) Life Assurance Defined contribution pension scheme (matched up to 8%) 2 volunteering days per year Agile and flexible working Enhanced maternity, paternity, and parental leave policies Employee Assistance Programme Professional membership fees covered Access to "Perks at Work" - discounts across retail, travel, electronics, fitness and more Flexible Benefits scheme including: How to apply: Submit your CV Call / Text / WhatsApp Robbie on (phone number removed) for a confidential conversation. Ivy Resource Group are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. IND123