Procurement Coordinator / Advisor

We re looking for a Procurement Coordinator / Advisorfor a full-time contract role initially 12 months ( but with probable 12 month extensions ) working in the energy industry to be based in North West /North Wales area .

Contract inside IR35 Day rate 37.5 hr week So umbrella or "paye"

The rate will be "all in " no additional travel or accommodation expenses will be paid .

Our client is ideally looking for experience in the oil/ gas /offshore industry but will consider applicants who can demonstrate large project experience in another process industry ( eg. chemical, petrochemical or areas of the nuclear industry)

What does the job involve?

To co-ordinate multi-discipline activities and inputs throughout the full Procurement cycle from the development of enquiry documents, through bid evaluation, pre-award negotiations, preparation of contracts for execution, their subsequent implementation and amendments.
Key responsibilities cover the following areas:
• Preparation of Procurement enquiry documents.
• Undertake formal bid evaluations.
• Involvement in pre-award negotiations.
• Prepare contracts for execution.
• Implementation /amendment of Contracts as appropriate.
Main Accountabilities and Responsibilities:
• To implement and properly follow all company Procurement procedures and policies.
• To liaise with Project and Operations and Maintenance personnel in order to prepare and develop appropriate contractual strategy and documentation for tender and negotiation processes.
• To commercially evaluate bids and co-ordinate the technical evaluations of tenders. Assist in assessing the impact of contract exceptions in order to produce recommendation for award of contract, in accordance with agreed time schedules.
• To participate in meetings both internal and external to resolve areas of conflict of a contractual and commercial nature.
• To assist in the negotiation of terms and conditions and determine the extent of risks and liabilities that may be involved and concisely describe such risks to assist in management decisions, in coordination with Integrated Risk Management department.
• To advise on the interpretation of contract terms during contract execution.
• To liaise with external contractors to maintain an awareness of market conditions and to ensure an effective service from them.
• To ensure compliance with company and legislative procedures and required directives throughout all activities.
• To implement any other reasonable request from the Procurement Coordinator and Procurement Manager.
• To ensure adherence to the Company s Health, Safety & Environment policies, procedures and standards.
• To fully comply with the Code of Ethics and Compliance Model.
What skills and experience do you need?
• Degree qualified in a Business or Commercial subject (preferred).
Required Experience and Technical Competencies:
• Detailed working knowledge of SAP, e-tendering systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Oil and Gas, Chemical , Petrochemical industry or major Project Procurement experience preferred.
• Contracts and Purchasing experience, including proven negotiation skills and proven experience in undertaking contract evaluations.