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Job Description
Dedicated to serving our communities with excellence, we're currently seeking a Commercial and Procurement Lead to join our progressive fire and rescue service.
As part of our Commercial and Procurement Team, this pivotal role entails:
- goods and services effectively and efficiently across various categories, including Property and Estates, ICT, Professional Services, and Vehicles, on behalf of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Fire Authority (CPFA), as well as supporting regional, national, and inter-agency collaborations.
- an efficient and flexible procurement service to achieve optimal value for money, cost savings, and service quality, while adhering to Procurement Regulations, Authority Policies, and Best Practices.
- with departments and stakeholders to enhance procurement function engagement and compliance, supporting organizational and national objectives.
- consistent service provision and establishing strong commercial relationships between budget holders for a seamless procurement process.
- compliant procurement activities, managing procurement lifecycles, and ensuring ethical contract management.
- procurement strategies addressing Authority and category requirements and identifying potential cost-saving opportunities.
- and reporting potential commercial and reputational risks within categories.
- cost-effectiveness, corporate social responsibility, sustainability, and effective use of public funds in procurement activities.
- financial data, reviewing contract registers, and implementing changes to enable savings opportunities.
- collaboration opportunities with other public sector bodies and partner organizations.
- awareness sessions and providing guidance on procurement regulations and internal guidance across the Authority.
Diversity and inclusivity are paramount, and we seek professionals with:
- qualifications and/or membership in or working towards MCIPS.
- experience in contract examination, advising, and negotiation.
- experience in managing complex procurement processes.
- with e-tendering portals such as Contracts Finder, Finder Tender, Delta e-sourcing, etc.
- of European, UK, and Public Procurement Regulations, along with commercial awareness in a Public Sector Environment and Emergency Services.
- in Microsoft packages, including SharePoint, Word, Excel, and Teams, for data manipulation and interpretation.
- communication skills to thrive in collaborative environments.
Benefits
- Assistance Programme
- to Health Cash Plan
- competitive pension scheme
- to Blue Light Discount at hundreds of stores and events
- to Health Shield Perks discounts
- friendly policies – including flexible working
- learning and development opportunities
- days annual leave each year plus bank holidays, increasing with long service
- agile, hybrid working