procurement business partner

Procurement Business Partner

Location: East London

Salary: £37,260 - £46,392

Closing Date: Sunday 14 August 2022

Can you help us take our Procurement and Contracts team to the next level?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Procurement Business Partner to join our small, but ambitious and dynamic Procurement and Contracts Team which assists with the delivery of a range of procurement projects cutting across all categories including the delivery of an annual capital investment programme of over £20M.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual who has a passion for procurement and is committed to delivering excellence, must have good working knowledge of UK procurement regulations, experience of delivering end to end procurement and managing procurement projects.

This role will be key in supporting the business in undertaking procurement and contract management activities in a timely and compliant way ensuring value for money is achieved.

This career graded opportunity enables the successful candidate to develop further whilst working within the role. The duties and responsibilities in this role will expand as experience is gained, knowledge is demonstrated, and formal studies are successfully completed.

You will be expected to

· provide procurement and contract management advice and support using templates and tools provided.

· perform key procurement tasks e.g., producing procurement project plans, market research/ analysis, spend analysis, compiling tender documents for a range of procurements (including those governed by UK procurement legislation).

· conduct procurements via internal procurement vehicles/ systems (including those of the council) as required

· manage procurement projects and tender processes ensuring appropriate evaluation is undertaking including chairing moderation/ deliberation meetings

· provide appropriate level of challenge on specifications and ensuring contracts are fit for purpose and future proof

Our offer to applicants

In return for you choosing to work with us, we will offer you a range of great benefits, including:

· 26 days’ paid holiday each year pro rata, plus 8 bank holidays

· A fantastic career-average pension scheme;

· Salary Sacrifice schemes;

· Amazing commercial discounts, including discounts at many gyms, shops and restaurants;

· Your voice heard through our staff forum and networking groups for women and LGBT staff;

· Newly refurbished offices, with free tea, coffee and fruit, and shower facilities;

· Interest-free season ticket loans.

For this role we will also be offering study sponsorship (study fees, exam leave etc.)

Additional information

We particularly encourage applications from women, disabled and Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) candidates, as these groups are under-represented in this service area. Requests for flexible working arrangements including job share can be considered subject to service requirements.

Under the Two Ticks guaranteed interview scheme Tower Hamlets Homes guarantees to interview all disabled candidates who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.

How to apply

If you are interested in applying, please complete the recruitment application by selecting the 'Apply’ button at the top of this page.

The closing date for this role is on Sunday 14 August 2022 at 23:59.

Short- listing for this role will take place immediately after the closing date. The interviews will be held on week commencing 05 September 2022. If you are not available during this period, we may be able to reschedule, but please indicate any unavailability with your application.

Selection Process

The selection process will include a written test and an interview.