Job ID: 1317
Job Details: Responsible for developing and promoting innovative approaches to procurement, with direct involvement in setting up new methods of service delivery, to achieve best value in procurement for SCC. The Category Specialist is a new role responsible for advising the Category Manager in the development of a cohesive category strategy and leading strategic procurement exercises - to ensure Value For Money is optimised and that the category is compliant with County Council policy and procurement legislation while also generating cashable savings to SCC on present procurement activities. . They will support the Category Manager in developing the market for care services, implementing on-going continuous improvement and managing contractual arrangements with internal and external customers / organisations.
Hold a recognised professional qualification, such as MCIPs Degree or equivalent level qualification or demonstrates intellectual ability of a high order. Evidence of continued professional, managerial and personal development. Excellent knowledge of public procurement policy and legislation and the rationale underpinning it . Excellent knowledge of financial procedures including budget management
A proven track record of leading commissioning and purchasing exercises in a large organisation. An excellent understanding of UK and EU Finance and Procurement Law. Working knowledge of developing positive relationships with Directors, officers and partners at senior level. Excellent knowledge and understanding of Local Government organisation and services. Excellent knowledge of strategic procurement processes, procurement developments and emerging practice • Demonstrable business acumen with high-level of numerical, literacy and analytical skills.
Region: Any Region
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