Procurement Manager - Freelance
Posted 1 day 23 hours ago by Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall. All four partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe's latest high speed rail projects.
We are currently looking for a Procurement Manager to join EKFB on a freelance basis for 6 months. The role is based in the North Chilterns Area just outside of Aylesbury. You will be responsible for procurement within a section of works, managing the tender, award and recommendation of works packages and orders.
You will act as the face of EKFB and ensure that all communication, negotiation and interaction with the supply chain are carried out in the spirit of our values and Procurement & Supply Chain vision. We expect you to conduct procurement to the highest ethical standard at all times. You must ensure that procurement exercises are based on value driven decisions, rather than solely on lowest cost. You will also need to keep internal stakeholders engaged throughout the process and secure endorsement of any recommendations.
You will need to prepare and deliver internal presentations to key stakeholders, articulating package strategies and award recommendations, and ensure that market capacity is fully considered during the tendering process.
About You- Excellent written skills and the ability to draft formal subcontract documents
- Experience with NEC contracts
- Knowledge of supply chain principles, procedures and methods
- Proven analytical, problem solving and organisational skills
- Ability to manage diverse internal and external stakeholder parties to achieve successful project outcomes
- Holding a driving licence and access to a vehicle
EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall. All four partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe's latest high speed rail projects.
EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. Our scope of work includes 15 viaducts, 5km of green tunnels, 22km of road diversions, 67 overbridges and around 30 million cubic metres of excavation. EKFB is committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities and being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work.
If you would like to be part of our collaborative, enthusiastic and forward thinking culture, please apply today! In return, we are offering a competitive salary and benefits.
EKFB brings together international, market leading technical expertise and has an industry leading track record of delivering major infrastructure projects, including Crossrail, the Millau Viaduct, Mersey Gateway and the Bretagne Pays de la Loire high speed rail link.
We are committed to and strongly believe in inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make; this is why we welcome applications from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities. Our aim is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can be themselves. Please contact us if you require any additional support for your application.
Please note your CV may be shared with joint venture partners on this project.
Pre employment ChecksEKFB will undertake relevant and standard employment checks if you are successful in the selection process. This includes obtaining your references, checking your ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre employment checks.
NB. BPSS security clearance will be required (to be undertaken as part of the onboarding process).