Procurement Manager

An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Procurement Manager. The Institute does not have a procurement services function, so your role will be to establish the function and implement a procurement strategy and policy across the Institute.

You will create a centrally coordinated highly effective procurement service with strong execution capability. You will deliver substantial and sustainable savings and be an integral strategic partner with research support teams, operational teams and supply chain partners.

DUTIES AND AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Develop and lead a commercially focused procurement function that aligns with and supports the Institute’s strategic objectives
• Foster a collaborative approach to procurement across all departments, ensuring a unified and efficient process
• Design, implement, and manage a comprehensive procurement and supply chain strategy, including the development of the overall supply chain management framework, policies and procedures
• Engage key stakeholders throughout the process to ensure alignment with organisational goals
• Establish and oversee a robust contract management process.
• Develop and maintain a supplier relationship management framework aimed at maximising commercial benefits.
• Analyse and rationalise the supply chain, identifying spend categories with multiple suppliers

Please see our portal for a full breakdown of the role

Terms and Conditions

This post is offered on a fixed term basis for 12 months, at an annual salary of £54,612 plus excellent benefits, including flexible working and family friendly policies.

The Alan Turing Institute is based at the British Library, in the heart of London’s Knowledge Quarter. We expect staff to come to our office at least 4 days per month. Some roles may require more days in the office; the hiring manager will be able to confirm this during the interview.

Application procedure:

Please see our jobs portal for full details on how to apply and the interview process.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early or to interview suitable candidates before the closing date if enough applications are received.

Equality Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to making sure our recruitment process is accessible and inclusive.
This includes making reasonable adjustments for candidates who have a disability or long-term condition. Please contact us at adjustments@turing.ac.uk to find out how we can assist you.

 

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of contract and supplier management and be able to establish and oversee a robust contract management process. They will have excellent negotiation skills and commercial acumen with a proven experience of achieving cost savings and sustainable benefits achieved through effective negotiations. Experience in a similar role is essential as well as the ability to analyse both financial and non-financial information and identify commercial opportunities.

The Alan Turing Institute

Named in honour of Alan Turing, the Institute is a place for inspiring, exciting work and we need passionate, sharp, and innovative people who want to use their skills to contribute to our mission to make great leaps in data science and AI research to change the world for the better.