Contract and Procurement Lead FTC, Part time
You will be leading on all operational procurement activity, contract management of suppliers, owning key supplier relationships.
Fixed term contract until 01.12.2026, salary up to £40,000 yearly pro rata 2 days per week (15 hours) part time.
What skills/experience do I need to be successful?
- Experience supporting procurement activity end to end including supplier management with due consideration for political, economic, social, technological, legal, market, and environmental impact;
- Experience in both procurement processes, regulations and practice generally and leading operational activities within the Energy Market;
- Ability to give confidence to stakeholders, customers and suppliers at the highest level;
- Audit experience;
- Experience managing key suppliers against SLA’s & KPI’s.
How will I spend my time in this role?
- Proactive leadership for procurement activity and management of third party spend within operations;
- Supporting the execution of the procurement plan and strategy for the requirements from suppliers;
- Deliver procurement activities and influencing strategic and commercial decisions;
- Communication and management of relationship with external suppliers and partners at the relevant seniority levels, both during procurement processes and during the service delivery phase – act as a point of escalation if the Contract & Procurement Manager is not available;
- Ability to produce accurate and timely management information, including ensuring compliance with relevant procedures for governance, risk and control and assuring the quality of all required information for the Procurement and/or Executive leadership;
- Pro-active engagement with the business and/or service functions to plan and support procurement activity, supplier relationship and performance management and contract management;
- Reconciliation of services provided and adherence to contractual terms;
- Act as escalation point for the business with 3rd parties regarding disputes and queries;
- Act as a deputy for the Contract and Procurement Manager if required.
What sets us apart?
- Global Impact: With offices in the UK, US, and Australia, and plans for further expansion, you'll be part of a dynamic, globally-minded team, with opportunities to explore new markets and make a difference on a global scale.
- Flexible Working: Embrace the freedom to work from anywhere in the world for up to 30 days a year. We prioritize work-life balance, recognizing that your well-being matters. Check out all our benefits here
- Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate our diverse culture and value individuals irrespective of background, disability, religion, gender identity, sexuality, or ethnicity. Join a team where diversity is not just welcomed but celebrated as a key driver of growth and innovation.
What does hybrid working mean to us?
Hybrid working typically means 2 days in the office location listed on this advert and 3 days working at home each week. Some occasional travel to our other offices may be required.
What happens next?
Once we receive your application, it will be reviewed by a human – no bots here! The average process typically takes around 2-3 weeks, with 2 stages of video interviews using Teams. However, this can vary depending on the role. We may invite you for a face-to-face meeting or require only 1 video interview. If you have any questions or need support, our Recruitment Team is here to assist you.
Ready to join us on our journey to digitise, decarbonise, and localize the future of energy? Apply now.
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- Department
- Operations - Commercial
- Locations
- SmartestEnergy Limited - Ipswich Office
- Remote status
- Hybrid Remote
- Yearly salary
- £35,000 - £40,000
Contract and Procurement Lead FTC, Part time
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