Procurement Category Specialist
- Employer
- Camden London Borough Council
- Location
- Camden, London (Greater)
- Salary
- £41,952 - £48,663 per annum
- Closing date
- 23 May 2021
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- Sector
- Corporate Services, Procurement
- Contract Type
- Full time
Job Details
Camden is changing on the inside to make life better for everyone. Because we’re not just home to the UK’s fast-growing economy. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today. And we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind. As a Procurement Category Specialist you will be part of this drive for inclusiveness through implementing commercial strategies.
The role
The post-holder will lead, shape and steer the delivery of individual complex procurement projects at all levels within their category area, including above and below UK public procurement thresholds.
The role will report to the Category Manager responsible for commercial strategy within the Supporting Communities department specifically in the areas of spend involving capital investment projects, construction, repairs and maintenance, building and construction consultancy, hard FM, property management and services related to property valuation, marketing and sales.
The post-holder will take projects from initiation through to contract implementation and lifecycle, with responsibility for maximising savings and efficiencies from goods and services while ensuring appropriate levels of quality. You will act as an expert advisor, challenging where appropriate to ensure all procurement processes stand up to scrutiny and are fair. You will be expected to drive through and embed social value outcomes every procurement you support.
Working closely with service leads from across the Council the post holder will provide a professional, ‘value adding’, procurement service.
About you
You will be experienced in working independently on complex projects and be able to maintain a professional and confident working relationship with the service leads and stakeholders within your spend area. This will include the development of appropriate procurement approach options and challenge for commissioners and service leads to deliver required service objectives, innovation and value for money. You will have proven to be capable of producing high quality procurement documentation and robust and transparent management of all stages of the procurement and governance processes.
Expert knowledge of procurement regulations and ability to navigate internal policies and standing orders are essential. Responsibility and drive for personal continuous professional development and shared learning are encouraged within the team.
Experience in the construction and FM spend areas is highly desirable. The post-holder may have expertise within this specific service area but must be flexible in that they may be responsible for delivering procurement projects for a range of different categories/services across the Council as may be required.
We’re ready to welcome your ideas, your views, and your rebellious spirit. Help us redefine our corporate services, and we’ll redefine what a career can be.
Working for Camden
Working for Camden you’ll receive a host of great benefits, Click HERE to see full details.
To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit our recruitment website
Additional information
To view the job profile please click HERE
To apply for this job please follow the "Apply" link. In the ‘Why you?’ section of the application you will be required to demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria listed in the Job Profile.
To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit our recruitment website
Asking for Adjustments
Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes, making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at resourcing@camden.gov.uk or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG.
Some posts at Camden are politically restricted, which means individuals holding these posts cannot have active political role. For a list of all politically restricted roles at Camden click here.
Company
Camden: A diverse and vibrant borough
What makes us different?
Camden London Borough Council offers the opportunity to create a place for everyone. The council is committed to excellence and aims to recruit vibrant and talented people to develop and cultivate highly competent work teams.
Camden Council promotes culture, innovation and excellence by celebrating awards such as the Camden Business Awards, Community Support Awards and Camden Design Awards.
Great values
Based in the heart of the capital, Camden has much to offer its dedicated staff. The council is committed to excellence, and dedicated to safeguard and support the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Camden aims to work hand to hand with the communities it serves to find new and better ways to increase quality of life.
Why work for Camden?
- Camden is committed to providing high quality services
- Competent and skilled work teams.
- A trusting, supportive working environment
- Strong focus on innovation
- Competitive salary.
- Free season ticket / travelcard loan scheme.
Would you like to work in an innovative, multicultural, vibrant and transforming environment?
Camden may offer the opportunity you are looking for.
- Website
- http://www.camden.gov.uk/
- Telephone
- 020 7974 4444
- Location
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Town Hall
Judd Street
United Kingdom
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