Procurement Project Manager

London Borough Of Brent

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Job summary

Please use the link on the the advert under 'supporting links' to apply for this post directly on the Brent Council website - www.brent.gov.uk/jobs

Applications submitted on NHS Jobs site will not be considered.

Main duties of the job

Salary range: £45,021 - £48,060 p.a. inc. London weighting

Contract: Permanent

Hours of work: 36 hours per week

Location: Civic centre and other locations from time to time

About us

Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brents diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.

The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.

Date posted

10 April 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£45,021 to £48,060 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

F0121-24-0023

Job locations

London Borough Of Brent

Engineers Way

Wembley

Middlesex

HA9 0FJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

The Post

Procurement Project Manager.

Playing a critical role and crucial to the success in contributing to an effective procurement service for the organisation by managing procurement projects of low to medium value complexity and supporting larger, more complex and / or high value multi-million pound projects. You will be active in the end to end procurement processes supporting both Category and Assistant Category Managers as well as being given responsibility to run procurement processes on your own. You will work on a range of projects for the council with a focus on Social Care categories and delivering bespoke pieces of work in support of the Procurement Strategy.

The Person

You should have at least 2 years of procurement experience, be a self-starter, proactive with an eagerness to learn . The ideal candidate should have a good knowledge of procurement and public e-tendering processes. An understanding of how a local authority works, be confident with great communication and stakeholder management skills. Alongside this, having the ability and experience to multi-task, managing several procurement projects and various other procurement related activities on the go.

The additional skills you will gain working for us at Brent will be invaluable, just as your contribution to community of Brent through the work you do on our procurements. So join us and you can expect a range of benefits including pension, flexible working, season ticket loan, childcare vouchers and discounts with local retailers. Well also give you every opportunity to build an exciting career with development opportunities.

Please provide an updated CV with a supporting statement no more than 1 side of A4 that sets out your suitability for the role in line with the job description.

Closing date: 21 April 2024 (23:59)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Post

Procurement Project Manager.

Playing a critical role and crucial to the success in contributing to an effective procurement service for the organisation by managing procurement projects of low to medium value complexity and supporting larger, more complex and / or high value multi-million pound projects. You will be active in the end to end procurement processes supporting both Category and Assistant Category Managers as well as being given responsibility to run procurement processes on your own. You will work on a range of projects for the council with a focus on Social Care categories and delivering bespoke pieces of work in support of the Procurement Strategy.

The Person

You should have at least 2 years of procurement experience, be a self-starter, proactive with an eagerness to learn . The ideal candidate should have a good knowledge of procurement and public e-tendering processes. An understanding of how a local authority works, be confident with great communication and stakeholder management skills. Alongside this, having the ability and experience to multi-task, managing several procurement projects and various other procurement related activities on the go.

The additional skills you will gain working for us at Brent will be invaluable, just as your contribution to community of Brent through the work you do on our procurements. So join us and you can expect a range of benefits including pension, flexible working, season ticket loan, childcare vouchers and discounts with local retailers. Well also give you every opportunity to build an exciting career with development opportunities.

Please provide an updated CV with a supporting statement no more than 1 side of A4 that sets out your suitability for the role in line with the job description.

Closing date: 21 April 2024 (23:59)

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • You must apply directly on Brent Council website to be considered for this post www.brent.gov.uk/jobs-training-and-skills
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • You must apply directly on Brent Council website to be considered for this post www.brent.gov.uk/jobs-training-and-skills

Employer details

Employer name

London Borough Of Brent

Address

London Borough Of Brent

Engineers Way

Wembley

Middlesex

HA9 0FJ


Employer's website

https://www.brent.gov.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

London Borough Of Brent

Address

London Borough Of Brent

Engineers Way

Wembley

Middlesex

HA9 0FJ


Employer's website

https://www.brent.gov.uk (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Team

recruitment@brent.gov.uk

Date posted

10 April 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£45,021 to £48,060 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

F0121-24-0023

Job locations

London Borough Of Brent

Engineers Way

Wembley

Middlesex

HA9 0FJ


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