Regional Procurement Manager

About the Job South West Procurement Alliance is a well-established not-for-profit organisation providing procurement support to Local Authority and Housing Association clients. * Our mission is to deliver better homes and buildings in the South West that enhances the quality of life enjoyed by the local communities we serve. * We are a forward thinking organisation, developing rapidly and looking for a well organised individual, who has great interpersonal skills and strong commercial, numeracy and analytical skills. What you will be doing * In essence, bring procurement expertise to the clients (large social housing landlords), give advice on the construction based frameworks to the procurement professionals within those organisations and ensure smooth and easy use. * You will be responsible for the day to day management of SWPA client projects throughout the period from project registration to contract award. * It will also involve maintaining regular contact with the representatives of the companies appointed to the regional frameworks to support them through the projects. * Be part of the LHC team to exchange information and to be up to date with all aspects of the frameworks both technically and legislatively. * Probably most important of all is to support your teammates from the SWPA and inspire the team to deliver first class performance. What you need * Knowledge of Public Sector Procurement Regulations in England and experience of undertaking regulated procurement of goods and services * Accreditation as MCIPS or working towards – as a minimum should have Diploma Level 5. * Experience in working with CRM systems and excellent time management and organisational skills. * This role will need great interpersonal and communication skills both with clients, approved contractors and people within the organisation. * There is a degree of flexibility in terms of location – you will not need to be in the office all the time as there will be meeting on site or in clients offices and a lot of work could be carried out in a home base. What you get * Basic salary Grade POC which starts at £41,675. * Company car/allowance. * Local Government Pension Scheme. * 33 days holiday plus public holidays. * 36 hour week. * Cycle purchase scheme. What to do next * If you are interested contact me, Chris Pye, by email or mobile phone (phone number removed) and I will give you more details