Strategic Procurement Advisor

Job title:

Strategic Procurement Advisor

Company

AtkinsRéalis

Job description

Job DescriptionAtkinsRéalis is currently looking for a Strategic Procurement Advisor to support the Professional Services Category Management function within their central Global Corporate Procurement Team. You will be joining a high performing team with an excellent reputation across indirect procurement markets. This role is seen as a key development opportunity for the right individual and the business actively looks to support staff through their CIPS qualifications. The Strategic Procurement Advisor will support the Senior Strategic Procurement Advisor(s)/Category Manager(s) and will be responsible for managing a small/medium portfolio of Professional Services contracts.To succeed in this role, you will need to stay organised, manage to prioritise different projects, pay attention to detail, and take full ownership of the tasks with a high sense of autonomy. You will ensure all Procurement activities are following company policies and working procedures.How will you contribute to the team:

  • Soliciting competitive quotations, prices, or tenders from potential suppliers.
  • Receiving and evaluating bids.
  • Preparing purchase recommendations.
  • Review contractual terms and consult with category Managers/procurement Managers/Legal if required.
  • Initiate, issue, and administering purchase orders and contracts through predetermined procedures.
  • Ensuring compliance with procurement requirements, policies, and procedures.
  • Understand, implement, and comply with AtkinsRéalis policies and ensure the same within the supplier base and implement corrective actions when appropriate.
  • Collaboration with internal/external stakeholders to meet current needs and explore opportunities for mutual benefit and other potential innovation.
  • Develop effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders that provides a stable foundation for future business opportunities.
  • There may be limited instances where travel in the UK and overseas may be required.

What will you contribute:

  • Demonstrated some knowledge of standard procurement procedures and practices.
  • Ability to work under pressure, prioritize workload and multi-task.
  • Ability to work independently, with minimum supervision.
  • Dedicated team player with well-developed interpersonal skills.
  • Well-developed inter-personal and stakeholder-facing skills.
  • Knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle etc.), VMS system (SAP Ariba) and Service Now, would be an advantage but not essential.
  • Comprehension of contractual Terms and Conditions in conjunction with established procurement policies.

Read more about how you can thrive with us:Meeting your needs:When you start with us, you’ll enjoy “Total Reward”, a package that can be tailored to your lifestyle, career and personal needs. From flexible holidays to life assurance, health & wellbeing benefits, and career planning for the senior stage of your career.

Making sure you’re supported is important to us. So, if you identify as having a disability, tell us ahead of your interview. And let’s talk about any adjustments you might need.New name, new era. We are AtkinsRéalis. It will take some time for all our information to update – you can still refer to our fantastic benefits via the link below:More about us:AtkinsRéalis is a leading global consultancy with over 100 years of design and engineering expertise. With us, you’ll be surrounded by the skills, knowledge and support to help you succeed. Together, we can deliver projects which have a positive, sustainable impact on the world.Check out some of our recent, most exciting projects:Additional Information:This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.Worker Type EmployeeJob Type RegularAt AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.

Expected salary

Location

Leeds

Job date

Thu, 22 May 2025 22:07:06 GMT

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