We currently have a long-term vacancy for a Senior Commercial Manager to a complex procurements and run a small team of commercial specialists. The role will deliver transformational change aligned to the Information & Digital Directorate strategy, delivering strategic and innovative projects in compliance with procurement regulations Summary Implement and deliver the opportunities outlined in the DDaT Category Forward Plans, including engaging and managing stakeholders, resources, internal and external dependencies; and transition plans and timelines. Lead the development of category expertise and knowledge to deliver category plans and strategies in collaboration with global posts/leaders and drive local, regional and global supply chain trends and strategies that deliver high quality commercial procurement outcomes, whilst ensuring value for money. Deliver complex procurements, ensuring high quality commercial arrangements, with robust specifications, Terms and Conditions, management principles, and measures developed in accordance with the selected route to market, taking cognisance of procurement legislation, Government policy, Government guidance such as the sourcing and construction playbooks and departmental policies and guidance. Deliver annually agreed savings target for the DDaT category portfolio through performance management of teams, suppliers and working collaboratively with stakeholders. Strong Contract management knowledge and experience. Desirable: Public sector experience. An MCIPS qualification, but consideration will be given to candidates who demonstrate this level of required knowledge through work experience, or have a similar professional membership. Flexibility, willingness and ability to adapt to changing priorities. International sourcing expertise. Active SC Clearance is required for this role Minorities, women, LGBTQ+ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Interviews will commence next week, so please apply immediately or call Bangura Solutions to discuss further.
16/05/2024
Project-based
We currently have a long-term vacancy for a Senior Commercial Manager to a complex procurements and run a small team of commercial specialists. The role will deliver transformational change aligned to the Information & Digital Directorate strategy, delivering strategic and innovative projects in compliance with procurement regulations Summary Implement and deliver the opportunities outlined in the DDaT Category Forward Plans, including engaging and managing stakeholders, resources, internal and external dependencies; and transition plans and timelines. Lead the development of category expertise and knowledge to deliver category plans and strategies in collaboration with global posts/leaders and drive local, regional and global supply chain trends and strategies that deliver high quality commercial procurement outcomes, whilst ensuring value for money. Deliver complex procurements, ensuring high quality commercial arrangements, with robust specifications, Terms and Conditions, management principles, and measures developed in accordance with the selected route to market, taking cognisance of procurement legislation, Government policy, Government guidance such as the sourcing and construction playbooks and departmental policies and guidance. Deliver annually agreed savings target for the DDaT category portfolio through performance management of teams, suppliers and working collaboratively with stakeholders. Strong Contract management knowledge and experience. Desirable: Public sector experience. An MCIPS qualification, but consideration will be given to candidates who demonstrate this level of required knowledge through work experience, or have a similar professional membership. Flexibility, willingness and ability to adapt to changing priorities. International sourcing expertise. Active SC Clearance is required for this role Minorities, women, LGBTQ+ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Interviews will commence next week, so please apply immediately or call Bangura Solutions to discuss further.
Strategic: By supporting the project in the areas of team organization, documentation control and cost allocation in SAP/WBS, the project liaison team leader will see their role and responsibility increase with the development of the project through the design phases. Every new design phase will bring additional needs and workload, driven by the implementation and closure phases requiring a higher contribution of this function, thus a higher need of good coordination. This function provides an important assistance to the design engineers by allowing them to focus mainly in the engineering design and removing from them the workload of project organization tasks. The project liaison team leader has a key role in expansion projects to guarantee that all purchase orders of the project are correctly allocated to the correspondent WBS, hence guaranteeing a good knowledge and control of the project budget, as well as, the documentation generated by the project is correctly logged, distributed and archived Scope of the mission Integrating the project team, the project liaison team leader is responsible to lead the team which coordinates project documentation flows and archive, establishes systems to manage/track purchase orders and goods receipts, responsible management of miscellaneous non-PO purchases, establish and maintain systems for allocation of project costs in SAP/WBS, and all aspects related with the organization of the engineering team: welcoming new team members, developing individualized onboarding plans, support their needs, organize the project gate reviews and monthly review meetings Primary Tasks and responsibilities: . Onboarding of new employees: o Lead, with support from the Regional Program Director, in onboarding of new employees to the engineering organization o Work with new employees' direct supervisors to develop individual training plans tailored to the needs of their role, along with base knowledge/expectations of the engineering organization o Plan and prepare the logistic needs for new team members, including system/security access, supplies/equipment, travel arrangements, and other business support. * Cost control: o Establish and maintain systems to issue and track purchase orders in SAP, guaranteeing correct WBS allocation o Coach and Support Project Liaison to issue and track Shopping Carts (SCs), Purchase Orders (POs) and goods receipts (GRs) in SAP in a timely manner o Coach and Support Project Controls to Actively manage SAP/WBS cost allocation and highlight variations o Provide actuals per WBS to support forecasting by Project Managers o Stewardship of Engineering procurement card (ProCard) for all non-travel related miscellaneous purchases, ensuring appropriate use of Procard vs Purchase Order, leadership approval according to Local Approval Matrix (LAM) o Consolidate quarterly and monthly project cost forecast reported by PM o Update forecasts in Planisware o Oversee updating of SAP/ARIBA files o Monthly Headcount allocation to appropriate WBS accounts for all active projects & waves within the region/site o Report actual costs of the yearly Engineering department budgets * Leadership of the Liaison Team o Manage of daily miscellaneous requirements and admin tasks o Manage and delegate administrative tasks and project priorities o Manage and delegate department administrative work such as organizing the monthly department meetings, annual outing, travel, visitors, teambuilding activities, etc o Maintain and manage a healthy and motivating work environment o Improve and formalize monthly departmental reports/meeting * Leadership of the Document Control Team: o Organize, distribute and archive all project documents, guaranteeing proper archiving rules to support claims to contractors and EPCm partners o Manage the project folder access Matrix, maintain project transmittals, archiving engineering deliverables and permitting docs on project Servers * Department Communication: o Responsible for all aspect of internal and external communication within local Engineering department o Manage visual branding display in department o Work closely with HR/GSS/EHS team * Facilities management: o Responsible for facilities operations within the department o Liaise with facilities contractors, responsible to maintain engineering facilities o Managing repairs, maintenance and replacement in the engineering facilities o Working together with EHS regarding fire safety procedures in the engineering facilities * General duties: o Carry out assigned tasks and duties in a safe manner, in accordance with instructions, and to comply with environmental, health & safety rules/procedures, regulations and codes of practice. o Perform engineering and technical support to the projects when needed, undertaking any additional tasks commensurate with the role as and when required. o rules and procedures set down: Technical Profile requirements: . University degree or College diploma specializing in business administration or a technical field . Experience and/or background in industrial companies, preferably linked to engineering or . operations . Competent and fluent (written and verbal) in Spanish and English . Computer literacy with good working knowledge of the MS Office package . Experience with SAP and Ariba software . Knowledge of EHS standards and industry good practices . Must have the Knowledge, Experience and Skills to conduct their tasks in accordance with the Non-Technical Profile Requirements : . Organized . Team worker . Result oriented and timely delivery . Positive mindset . Capable to work in Matrix organizations . Problem and conflict solver . Flexible and resilient to work in ambiguous situations with limited supervision . Coaching skills . Good communication Location: . North of Spain, exact location remains confidential till at least early July . Until EOY 2024 remote work, afterwards consultants are expected to work onsite Business Travel: . Travel will be required and outside Spain reimbursed via expenses Contract: . Long term contract . Confirmation of the mission will take place before 1/7 . Official confirmation and contract creation scheduled for early July Start: . Objective +- 1st of August . Consultants can perform notice if 4-6 weeks, longer is to discuss with the manager . Consultants cannot take long holidays in July/August after start due to the high workload Languages: . Fluent In Spanish & English Rate: . Market-level Rates for Spain . All-in Rate for Remote and local presence at SPAIN . No expenses accepted Reason for Hire Specific Skills Required for Project Safety Equipment Not applicable (keep in mind that for Olen and Hoboken sites a neon vest is mandatory) Additional Safety Equipment to be provided by Supplier n.a. Travel Required? Yes Travel percentage- 10%
16/05/2024
Full time
Strategic: By supporting the project in the areas of team organization, documentation control and cost allocation in SAP/WBS, the project liaison team leader will see their role and responsibility increase with the development of the project through the design phases. Every new design phase will bring additional needs and workload, driven by the implementation and closure phases requiring a higher contribution of this function, thus a higher need of good coordination. This function provides an important assistance to the design engineers by allowing them to focus mainly in the engineering design and removing from them the workload of project organization tasks. The project liaison team leader has a key role in expansion projects to guarantee that all purchase orders of the project are correctly allocated to the correspondent WBS, hence guaranteeing a good knowledge and control of the project budget, as well as, the documentation generated by the project is correctly logged, distributed and archived Scope of the mission Integrating the project team, the project liaison team leader is responsible to lead the team which coordinates project documentation flows and archive, establishes systems to manage/track purchase orders and goods receipts, responsible management of miscellaneous non-PO purchases, establish and maintain systems for allocation of project costs in SAP/WBS, and all aspects related with the organization of the engineering team: welcoming new team members, developing individualized onboarding plans, support their needs, organize the project gate reviews and monthly review meetings Primary Tasks and responsibilities: . Onboarding of new employees: o Lead, with support from the Regional Program Director, in onboarding of new employees to the engineering organization o Work with new employees' direct supervisors to develop individual training plans tailored to the needs of their role, along with base knowledge/expectations of the engineering organization o Plan and prepare the logistic needs for new team members, including system/security access, supplies/equipment, travel arrangements, and other business support. * Cost control: o Establish and maintain systems to issue and track purchase orders in SAP, guaranteeing correct WBS allocation o Coach and Support Project Liaison to issue and track Shopping Carts (SCs), Purchase Orders (POs) and goods receipts (GRs) in SAP in a timely manner o Coach and Support Project Controls to Actively manage SAP/WBS cost allocation and highlight variations o Provide actuals per WBS to support forecasting by Project Managers o Stewardship of Engineering procurement card (ProCard) for all non-travel related miscellaneous purchases, ensuring appropriate use of Procard vs Purchase Order, leadership approval according to Local Approval Matrix (LAM) o Consolidate quarterly and monthly project cost forecast reported by PM o Update forecasts in Planisware o Oversee updating of SAP/ARIBA files o Monthly Headcount allocation to appropriate WBS accounts for all active projects & waves within the region/site o Report actual costs of the yearly Engineering department budgets * Leadership of the Liaison Team o Manage of daily miscellaneous requirements and admin tasks o Manage and delegate administrative tasks and project priorities o Manage and delegate department administrative work such as organizing the monthly department meetings, annual outing, travel, visitors, teambuilding activities, etc o Maintain and manage a healthy and motivating work environment o Improve and formalize monthly departmental reports/meeting * Leadership of the Document Control Team: o Organize, distribute and archive all project documents, guaranteeing proper archiving rules to support claims to contractors and EPCm partners o Manage the project folder access Matrix, maintain project transmittals, archiving engineering deliverables and permitting docs on project Servers * Department Communication: o Responsible for all aspect of internal and external communication within local Engineering department o Manage visual branding display in department o Work closely with HR/GSS/EHS team * Facilities management: o Responsible for facilities operations within the department o Liaise with facilities contractors, responsible to maintain engineering facilities o Managing repairs, maintenance and replacement in the engineering facilities o Working together with EHS regarding fire safety procedures in the engineering facilities * General duties: o Carry out assigned tasks and duties in a safe manner, in accordance with instructions, and to comply with environmental, health & safety rules/procedures, regulations and codes of practice. o Perform engineering and technical support to the projects when needed, undertaking any additional tasks commensurate with the role as and when required. o rules and procedures set down: Technical Profile requirements: . University degree or College diploma specializing in business administration or a technical field . Experience and/or background in industrial companies, preferably linked to engineering or . operations . Competent and fluent (written and verbal) in Spanish and English . Computer literacy with good working knowledge of the MS Office package . Experience with SAP and Ariba software . Knowledge of EHS standards and industry good practices . Must have the Knowledge, Experience and Skills to conduct their tasks in accordance with the Non-Technical Profile Requirements : . Organized . Team worker . Result oriented and timely delivery . Positive mindset . Capable to work in Matrix organizations . Problem and conflict solver . Flexible and resilient to work in ambiguous situations with limited supervision . Coaching skills . Good communication Location: . North of Spain, exact location remains confidential till at least early July . Until EOY 2024 remote work, afterwards consultants are expected to work onsite Business Travel: . Travel will be required and outside Spain reimbursed via expenses Contract: . Long term contract . Confirmation of the mission will take place before 1/7 . Official confirmation and contract creation scheduled for early July Start: . Objective +- 1st of August . Consultants can perform notice if 4-6 weeks, longer is to discuss with the manager . Consultants cannot take long holidays in July/August after start due to the high workload Languages: . Fluent In Spanish & English Rate: . Market-level Rates for Spain . All-in Rate for Remote and local presence at SPAIN . No expenses accepted Reason for Hire Specific Skills Required for Project Safety Equipment Not applicable (keep in mind that for Olen and Hoboken sites a neon vest is mandatory) Additional Safety Equipment to be provided by Supplier n.a. Travel Required? Yes Travel percentage- 10%
Sustainability Manager - Permanent - ASAP start XXX are a leading global workplace technology integrator, providing AV and managed services across multiple client partnerships globally. As the Head of Environmental Social Governance at XXX, you will provide visionary leadership in shaping and implementing ESG and sustainability strategies. Your role will encompass comprehensive reporting, including ESG, Scope 1, 2, and 3, as well as managing compliance with the BSI 14001 Standard. After establishing the ESG objectives and targets, the in-house Sustainability Manager will need to continuously monitor the outcome and report as per the deliverables in the responsibilities below. Key Responsibilities ESG & Sustainability Strategy: develop, execute, and oversee a comprehensive ESG and sustainability strategy aligned with our corporate mission, values, and long-term objectives whilst ensuring alignment with global standards and investor expectations. Scope 1, 2 and 3 reporting: oversee the collection, analysis, and reporting of Scope 1, 2 & 3 data to demonstrate environmental impact and progress. BSI 14001 Standard Management: manage the continuous improvement of BSI 14001 Environmental Management System (EMS) to maintain certification. Stakeholder Engagement: foster relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including employees, clients, suppliers, and industry peers, to promote ESG and sustainability collaboration and support. Sustainability Initiatives: plan and execute sustainability programs, emphasising resource efficiency, responsible sourcing, and circular economy principles. Ethical Practices: ensure ethical practices throughout our operations, including fair labour, diversity, and anti-corruption measures. Community Engagement: develop partnerships with local communities, contributing to philanthropic activities, volunteerism, and community-based projects. ESG & Sustainability Reporting: prepare and publish annual ESG and sustainability reports, adhering to relevant regulations, global reporting frameworks, and investor disclosure requirements. Risk Management: identify and mitigate ESG and sustainability-related risks through proactive measures and strategy development. Innovation & Best Practices: stay informed of ESG and sustainability trends, emerging best practices, and industry benchmarks, and integrate these into our initiatives. Supplier Engagement: work closely with our suppliers to promote sustainable practices, ensure ethical sourcing, and responsible production methods. Ensure improvement is measured and tracked. Glidepath to Net-Zeo: provide a transition programme identifying clear milestones and industry recognised certifications including EcoVadis, SBTI etc. Requirements Bachelor's degree in ESG, sustainability, business, or a related field (Masters' degree preferred). Leadership experience in ESG & Sustainability, preferably within the workplace technology industry. Demonstrated experience in ESG reporting, Scope 1, 2 & 3 emissions, and BSI 14001 management. Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to inspire and lead cross-function teams toward ESG & sustainability goals. Familiarity with ESG reporting and relevant certifications. A strong commitment to advancing social responsibility and sustainability as drivers of positive change. Genuine passion for ESG and eager to become part of our ambitious plans. Proven track record and experience creating and deploying ESG processes. Experience in sustainability management and strategy development. If you are looking for your next permanent position, contact me on the details below.
15/05/2024
Full time
Sustainability Manager - Permanent - ASAP start XXX are a leading global workplace technology integrator, providing AV and managed services across multiple client partnerships globally. As the Head of Environmental Social Governance at XXX, you will provide visionary leadership in shaping and implementing ESG and sustainability strategies. Your role will encompass comprehensive reporting, including ESG, Scope 1, 2, and 3, as well as managing compliance with the BSI 14001 Standard. After establishing the ESG objectives and targets, the in-house Sustainability Manager will need to continuously monitor the outcome and report as per the deliverables in the responsibilities below. Key Responsibilities ESG & Sustainability Strategy: develop, execute, and oversee a comprehensive ESG and sustainability strategy aligned with our corporate mission, values, and long-term objectives whilst ensuring alignment with global standards and investor expectations. Scope 1, 2 and 3 reporting: oversee the collection, analysis, and reporting of Scope 1, 2 & 3 data to demonstrate environmental impact and progress. BSI 14001 Standard Management: manage the continuous improvement of BSI 14001 Environmental Management System (EMS) to maintain certification. Stakeholder Engagement: foster relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including employees, clients, suppliers, and industry peers, to promote ESG and sustainability collaboration and support. Sustainability Initiatives: plan and execute sustainability programs, emphasising resource efficiency, responsible sourcing, and circular economy principles. Ethical Practices: ensure ethical practices throughout our operations, including fair labour, diversity, and anti-corruption measures. Community Engagement: develop partnerships with local communities, contributing to philanthropic activities, volunteerism, and community-based projects. ESG & Sustainability Reporting: prepare and publish annual ESG and sustainability reports, adhering to relevant regulations, global reporting frameworks, and investor disclosure requirements. Risk Management: identify and mitigate ESG and sustainability-related risks through proactive measures and strategy development. Innovation & Best Practices: stay informed of ESG and sustainability trends, emerging best practices, and industry benchmarks, and integrate these into our initiatives. Supplier Engagement: work closely with our suppliers to promote sustainable practices, ensure ethical sourcing, and responsible production methods. Ensure improvement is measured and tracked. Glidepath to Net-Zeo: provide a transition programme identifying clear milestones and industry recognised certifications including EcoVadis, SBTI etc. Requirements Bachelor's degree in ESG, sustainability, business, or a related field (Masters' degree preferred). Leadership experience in ESG & Sustainability, preferably within the workplace technology industry. Demonstrated experience in ESG reporting, Scope 1, 2 & 3 emissions, and BSI 14001 management. Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to inspire and lead cross-function teams toward ESG & sustainability goals. Familiarity with ESG reporting and relevant certifications. A strong commitment to advancing social responsibility and sustainability as drivers of positive change. Genuine passion for ESG and eager to become part of our ambitious plans. Proven track record and experience creating and deploying ESG processes. Experience in sustainability management and strategy development. If you are looking for your next permanent position, contact me on the details below.
One of our leading PLC clients is looking for a Data & Analytics Manager to support a major tech-driven transformation agenda within the business. Role: Data & Analytics Governance and Management Manager Salary: £60k - £80k depending on experience Location: 2-3 days a week in a Midlands office Hiring Manager describes the role as: "We are seeking a Data & Analytics Manager who will be the link between the business and 3rd party suppliers from a D&A perspective to ensure successful delivery of various tech-driven transformation programmes as part of our wider change agenda. You will be responsible for leading a team of D&A Analysts, within the IT Function, to understand core business problems and identify solutions/best practice for data and analytics. We are currently undergoing a significant company-wide target operating model change agenda, that will be predominantly tech-driven and this role will play a big part in supporting the success of this major change. Your role will be to work with the various business functions and 3rd party suppliers to ensure D&A delivery and operations are held to the required performance standard and result in successful transformation initiatives." Responsibilities: Oversee D&A services to meet the requirements of the businesses, ensuring best practice is adhered too Develop and deliver end-to-end data architecture principles, standards and enterprise data model Produce data-driven insights to support more informed decision making across the business Overseeing the analysis of large datasets to extract meaningful insights and trends, working with the business to translate business requirements into the development of analytics and data science solutions Identifying and mitigating risks associated with data management Ensure compliance with IT governance and regulations Key requirements: Experience working in IT and D&A leadership roles, developing pragmatic D&A strategies Supported the delivery of major transformational change through being the link between the business, technical teams and 3rd party suppliers within Data & Analytics Extensive experience within data management and data governance within a complex large organisation Have led and managed teams of D&A analysts, developing their skills to ensure best practice Strong Stakeholder management skills, able to engage with stakeholders at all levels of the business This is a permanent opportunity , with 2-3 days a week travel required to a Midlands location. If you feel you match the above requirements, then please apply with your updated CV. Please note, due to the number of applications we may not be able to respond to all unsuccessful applicants.
15/05/2024
Full time
One of our leading PLC clients is looking for a Data & Analytics Manager to support a major tech-driven transformation agenda within the business. Role: Data & Analytics Governance and Management Manager Salary: £60k - £80k depending on experience Location: 2-3 days a week in a Midlands office Hiring Manager describes the role as: "We are seeking a Data & Analytics Manager who will be the link between the business and 3rd party suppliers from a D&A perspective to ensure successful delivery of various tech-driven transformation programmes as part of our wider change agenda. You will be responsible for leading a team of D&A Analysts, within the IT Function, to understand core business problems and identify solutions/best practice for data and analytics. We are currently undergoing a significant company-wide target operating model change agenda, that will be predominantly tech-driven and this role will play a big part in supporting the success of this major change. Your role will be to work with the various business functions and 3rd party suppliers to ensure D&A delivery and operations are held to the required performance standard and result in successful transformation initiatives." Responsibilities: Oversee D&A services to meet the requirements of the businesses, ensuring best practice is adhered too Develop and deliver end-to-end data architecture principles, standards and enterprise data model Produce data-driven insights to support more informed decision making across the business Overseeing the analysis of large datasets to extract meaningful insights and trends, working with the business to translate business requirements into the development of analytics and data science solutions Identifying and mitigating risks associated with data management Ensure compliance with IT governance and regulations Key requirements: Experience working in IT and D&A leadership roles, developing pragmatic D&A strategies Supported the delivery of major transformational change through being the link between the business, technical teams and 3rd party suppliers within Data & Analytics Extensive experience within data management and data governance within a complex large organisation Have led and managed teams of D&A analysts, developing their skills to ensure best practice Strong Stakeholder management skills, able to engage with stakeholders at all levels of the business This is a permanent opportunity , with 2-3 days a week travel required to a Midlands location. If you feel you match the above requirements, then please apply with your updated CV. Please note, due to the number of applications we may not be able to respond to all unsuccessful applicants.
Role: Interim Technology Category Manager - UKI Location : Hybrid working with 1 day on site (either Leeds or London) Length : 12 months Salary : £65,000 per annum We are actively looking to secure a Category Manager to join Experis as one of our expert consultants, delivering services to our clients. Experis Consultancy is a Global entity with a well-established team with over 1000 consultants on -assignment across 20 clients globally. Our UK operation is growing and has very aggressive plans for expansion over the coming years. We form part of the Manpower group of companies that turn over $20 billion a year collectively. Experis UK have partnerships with major clients across the UK spanning multiple industries; our approach is a very personal one, with both our clients and our own employees. We are passionate about training, technology and career development. The role: This is an interim role supporting the Head of Sourcing - Technology with delivering the commercial strategy of the business in the Technology space. As part of the UKI Procurement team, you will be supporting a number of key projects within a c.£50m of third party spend per annum across all brands within the business. You will work closely with UKI Technology. You will be responsible for supporting external relationships at a tactical level, and supporting the commercial needs of the business with a range of best in class software, hardware, hosting and network providers. This role reports into the Head of Sourcing - Technology, UKI. Key responsibilities: Support key Technology suppliers across the business, working closely with other brands in the group to ensure we leverage our scale where possible. Play a supporting role in how we mitigate an ever changing landscape in the Technology area, supporting on initiatives and strategies to mitigate cost challenges. The Subject Matter Expert for Technology related contracts. Maintain strong relationships with Technology stakeholders. Positively maintain commercial relationships with new and existing partners across the Technology portfolio. Conduct regular communication and engagement with multiple internal business owners to identify and deliver against agreed negotiation priorities. Critically appraise and negotiate current and proposed deals, with the goal of always securing the best commercial terms for the business. Drive the commercial evaluation of new technologies and opportunities, based on industry and competitor analysis. Conduct negotiations with partners, while continually aligning with internal stakeholders, in order to progress agreements to signature stage and operational handover. Essential skills & experience: Experience of managing the end-to-end procurement life cycle in a complex commercial environment, from requirements gathering to contract execution. Experience working within a commercial/E-commerce environment. Experience of complex commercial contracts, in the Technology space, in particular complex software, hardware, network or hosting contracts. Display strong skills in commercial modelling, including capex and opex models. Experience of building and maintaining relationships with Technology stakeholders, with an ability to influence and drive improvements. Display excellent written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills. Display strong interpersonal skills, time management skills and sound judgement. Display ability to learn quickly, adapt to new scenarios and navigate fluidly developing situations with ease. Be highly organized, numerate & articulate, with a good ability to work under pressure. Display experience of, and confidence with, effectively managing and developing internal and external relationships with Technology stakeholders. Display self-motivation, resilience, attention to detail and ability to focus on goal attainment.
14/05/2024
Full time
Role: Interim Technology Category Manager - UKI Location : Hybrid working with 1 day on site (either Leeds or London) Length : 12 months Salary : £65,000 per annum We are actively looking to secure a Category Manager to join Experis as one of our expert consultants, delivering services to our clients. Experis Consultancy is a Global entity with a well-established team with over 1000 consultants on -assignment across 20 clients globally. Our UK operation is growing and has very aggressive plans for expansion over the coming years. We form part of the Manpower group of companies that turn over $20 billion a year collectively. Experis UK have partnerships with major clients across the UK spanning multiple industries; our approach is a very personal one, with both our clients and our own employees. We are passionate about training, technology and career development. The role: This is an interim role supporting the Head of Sourcing - Technology with delivering the commercial strategy of the business in the Technology space. As part of the UKI Procurement team, you will be supporting a number of key projects within a c.£50m of third party spend per annum across all brands within the business. You will work closely with UKI Technology. You will be responsible for supporting external relationships at a tactical level, and supporting the commercial needs of the business with a range of best in class software, hardware, hosting and network providers. This role reports into the Head of Sourcing - Technology, UKI. Key responsibilities: Support key Technology suppliers across the business, working closely with other brands in the group to ensure we leverage our scale where possible. Play a supporting role in how we mitigate an ever changing landscape in the Technology area, supporting on initiatives and strategies to mitigate cost challenges. The Subject Matter Expert for Technology related contracts. Maintain strong relationships with Technology stakeholders. Positively maintain commercial relationships with new and existing partners across the Technology portfolio. Conduct regular communication and engagement with multiple internal business owners to identify and deliver against agreed negotiation priorities. Critically appraise and negotiate current and proposed deals, with the goal of always securing the best commercial terms for the business. Drive the commercial evaluation of new technologies and opportunities, based on industry and competitor analysis. Conduct negotiations with partners, while continually aligning with internal stakeholders, in order to progress agreements to signature stage and operational handover. Essential skills & experience: Experience of managing the end-to-end procurement life cycle in a complex commercial environment, from requirements gathering to contract execution. Experience working within a commercial/E-commerce environment. Experience of complex commercial contracts, in the Technology space, in particular complex software, hardware, network or hosting contracts. Display strong skills in commercial modelling, including capex and opex models. Experience of building and maintaining relationships with Technology stakeholders, with an ability to influence and drive improvements. Display excellent written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills. Display strong interpersonal skills, time management skills and sound judgement. Display ability to learn quickly, adapt to new scenarios and navigate fluidly developing situations with ease. Be highly organized, numerate & articulate, with a good ability to work under pressure. Display experience of, and confidence with, effectively managing and developing internal and external relationships with Technology stakeholders. Display self-motivation, resilience, attention to detail and ability to focus on goal attainment.
Role: Interim Technology Category Manager - UKI Location : Hybrid working with 1 day on site (either Leeds or London) Length : 12 months Salary : £Competitive We are actively looking to secure a Category Manager to join Experis as one of our expert consultants, delivering services to our clients. Experis Consultancy is a Global entity with a well-established team with over 1000 consultants on -assignment across 20 clients globally. Our UK operation is growing and has very aggressive plans for expansion over the coming years. We form part of the Manpower group of companies that turn over $20 billion a year collectively. Experis UK have partnerships with major clients across the UK spanning multiple industries; our approach is a very personal one, with both our clients and our own employees. We are passionate about training, technology and career development. The role: This is an interim role supporting the Head of Sourcing - Technology with delivering the commercial strategy of the business in the Technology space. As part of the UKI Procurement team, you will be supporting a number of key projects within a c.£50m of third party spend per annum across all brands within the business. You will work closely with UKI Technology. You will be responsible for supporting external relationships at a tactical level, and supporting the commercial needs of the business with a range of best in class software, hardware, hosting and network providers. This role reports into the Head of Sourcing - Technology, UKI. Key responsibilities: Support key Technology suppliers across the business, working closely with other brands in the group to ensure we leverage our scale where possible. Play a supporting role in how we mitigate an ever changing landscape in the Technology area, supporting on initiatives and strategies to mitigate cost challenges. The Subject Matter Expert for Technology related contracts. Maintain strong relationships with Technology stakeholders. Positively maintain commercial relationships with new and existing partners across the Technology portfolio. Conduct regular communication and engagement with multiple internal business owners to identify and deliver against agreed negotiation priorities. Critically appraise and negotiate current and proposed deals, with the goal of always securing the best commercial terms for the business. Drive the commercial evaluation of new technologies and opportunities, based on industry and competitor analysis. Conduct negotiations with partners, while continually aligning with internal stakeholders, in order to progress agreements to signature stage and operational handover. Essential skills & experience: Experience of managing the end-to-end procurement life cycle in a complex commercial environment, from requirements gathering to contract execution. Experience working within a commercial/E-commerce environment. Experience of complex commercial contracts, in the Technology space, in particular complex software, hardware, network or hosting contracts. Display strong skills in commercial modelling, including capex and opex models. Experience of building and maintaining relationships with Technology stakeholders, with an ability to influence and drive improvements. Display excellent written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills. Display strong interpersonal skills, time management skills and sound judgement. Display ability to learn quickly, adapt to new scenarios and navigate fluidly developing situations with ease. Be highly organized, numerate & articulate, with a good ability to work under pressure. Display experience of, and confidence with, effectively managing and developing internal and external relationships with Technology stakeholders. Display self-motivation, resilience, attention to detail and ability to focus on goal attainment.
10/05/2024
Project-based
Role: Interim Technology Category Manager - UKI Location : Hybrid working with 1 day on site (either Leeds or London) Length : 12 months Salary : £Competitive We are actively looking to secure a Category Manager to join Experis as one of our expert consultants, delivering services to our clients. Experis Consultancy is a Global entity with a well-established team with over 1000 consultants on -assignment across 20 clients globally. Our UK operation is growing and has very aggressive plans for expansion over the coming years. We form part of the Manpower group of companies that turn over $20 billion a year collectively. Experis UK have partnerships with major clients across the UK spanning multiple industries; our approach is a very personal one, with both our clients and our own employees. We are passionate about training, technology and career development. The role: This is an interim role supporting the Head of Sourcing - Technology with delivering the commercial strategy of the business in the Technology space. As part of the UKI Procurement team, you will be supporting a number of key projects within a c.£50m of third party spend per annum across all brands within the business. You will work closely with UKI Technology. You will be responsible for supporting external relationships at a tactical level, and supporting the commercial needs of the business with a range of best in class software, hardware, hosting and network providers. This role reports into the Head of Sourcing - Technology, UKI. Key responsibilities: Support key Technology suppliers across the business, working closely with other brands in the group to ensure we leverage our scale where possible. Play a supporting role in how we mitigate an ever changing landscape in the Technology area, supporting on initiatives and strategies to mitigate cost challenges. The Subject Matter Expert for Technology related contracts. Maintain strong relationships with Technology stakeholders. Positively maintain commercial relationships with new and existing partners across the Technology portfolio. Conduct regular communication and engagement with multiple internal business owners to identify and deliver against agreed negotiation priorities. Critically appraise and negotiate current and proposed deals, with the goal of always securing the best commercial terms for the business. Drive the commercial evaluation of new technologies and opportunities, based on industry and competitor analysis. Conduct negotiations with partners, while continually aligning with internal stakeholders, in order to progress agreements to signature stage and operational handover. Essential skills & experience: Experience of managing the end-to-end procurement life cycle in a complex commercial environment, from requirements gathering to contract execution. Experience working within a commercial/E-commerce environment. Experience of complex commercial contracts, in the Technology space, in particular complex software, hardware, network or hosting contracts. Display strong skills in commercial modelling, including capex and opex models. Experience of building and maintaining relationships with Technology stakeholders, with an ability to influence and drive improvements. Display excellent written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills. Display strong interpersonal skills, time management skills and sound judgement. Display ability to learn quickly, adapt to new scenarios and navigate fluidly developing situations with ease. Be highly organized, numerate & articulate, with a good ability to work under pressure. Display experience of, and confidence with, effectively managing and developing internal and external relationships with Technology stakeholders. Display self-motivation, resilience, attention to detail and ability to focus on goal attainment.
We are currently looking on behalf of one of our important clients for an IT Quality Assurance & CSV Manager (German Speaking). The role is a permanent position based in Solothurn Canton & comes with some home office allowance. Your Role: Carry out personnel, technical & people life cycle management of a IT QA & CSV team. Act as a key contact person & all-rounder in the field of IT Quality Assurance & Computer Systems Validation. Advise & support system owners, project managers or suppliers in the validation of computer systems according to internal & external GxP/GAMP specifications (eg in the field of production systems SW, SW development, MES or database systems). Independently prepare the necessary documentation & execution of tests. Support the continuous development of IT processes (eg further development of internal CSV processes or certification of IT service areas according to ISO 27001: Information Security). Act as a key contact person as a CSV expert for customers & audits. Review & approval CSV & system documentation. Your Skills: At least 5 years of relevant professional experience including experience in IT Quality Assurance, Computer Systems Validation & Computer Software Assurance. A sound knowledge of IT Security, GDPR & IT Systems & Infrastructure. Experienced with Q-Systems (eg EU: Annex 11/FDA: 21CFR Part 11). Ideally experienced in the Medical Technology Sector. A knowledge of important IT Standards & Methods (eg ISO27001, ISO 80002-2, ITIL) or ISO 13485:2016 QMS for Medical Devices. Your Profile: Completed relevant Scientific or Technical University Degree. Strong communication skills, assertive & highly quality-oriented. Fluent English & good German language skills (to at least B2 Level) are a mandatory requirement.
10/05/2024
Full time
We are currently looking on behalf of one of our important clients for an IT Quality Assurance & CSV Manager (German Speaking). The role is a permanent position based in Solothurn Canton & comes with some home office allowance. Your Role: Carry out personnel, technical & people life cycle management of a IT QA & CSV team. Act as a key contact person & all-rounder in the field of IT Quality Assurance & Computer Systems Validation. Advise & support system owners, project managers or suppliers in the validation of computer systems according to internal & external GxP/GAMP specifications (eg in the field of production systems SW, SW development, MES or database systems). Independently prepare the necessary documentation & execution of tests. Support the continuous development of IT processes (eg further development of internal CSV processes or certification of IT service areas according to ISO 27001: Information Security). Act as a key contact person as a CSV expert for customers & audits. Review & approval CSV & system documentation. Your Skills: At least 5 years of relevant professional experience including experience in IT Quality Assurance, Computer Systems Validation & Computer Software Assurance. A sound knowledge of IT Security, GDPR & IT Systems & Infrastructure. Experienced with Q-Systems (eg EU: Annex 11/FDA: 21CFR Part 11). Ideally experienced in the Medical Technology Sector. A knowledge of important IT Standards & Methods (eg ISO27001, ISO 80002-2, ITIL) or ISO 13485:2016 QMS for Medical Devices. Your Profile: Completed relevant Scientific or Technical University Degree. Strong communication skills, assertive & highly quality-oriented. Fluent English & good German language skills (to at least B2 Level) are a mandatory requirement.