KEY SKILLS REQUIRED



>      Educated to degree level or has equivalent professional experience

>      A formal CIPS qualification would be an advantage

>      Strong negotiator and influencer

>      Keen Relationship Management: Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders at a variety of levels

>      Contracting : Ability to understand complex specifications and contract scopes

>      Ability to analyse large amounts of detailed financial information consistently and to a high level of accuracy

>      Self-Starter : Displaying determination and drive, with a tenacity to deliver to the bottom line

>      The ability to influence  and challenge at a senior management level

>      Good business acumen

>      Sourcing Process – ability to complete end to end robust competitive sourcing process including tendering

>      Strong influencer that can persuade suppliers to improve their offer despite having little or no leverage