Materials Contract Manager

Northern Ireland Electricity Networks Limited; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A utility company in Northern Ireland is looking for a Procurement Manager with over 5 years of experience in contract management. The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of contracts, negotiate terms, and ensure supplier performance. Strong communication skills and a relevant degree are essential. The role offers a competitive salary, pension scheme, and comprehensive wellbeing benefits, enhancing work-life balance for all employees.

Benefits

Competitive market rate salary

Bonus arrangements

Company pension scheme matched up to 8%

Minimum of 20 days holidays plus 11 statutory days

Educational & training opportunities

Health and wellbeing programmes

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in procurement or contract management.
• Experience managing a portfolio of contracts including supply chain engagement.
• Strong IT skills and ability to produce clear reports.

Skills

Procurement

Contract Management

Negotiation

Risk Management

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Business/Contract Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bespoke Procurement Systems

Job description

Essential Criteria
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in a procurement or contract management related environment, managing a portfolio of contracts including supply chain engagement.
• A working knowledge of identifying and managing supplier risk and opportunities.
• A working knowledge of standard construction / engineering conditions of contract.
• Proven ability to negotiate contract terms and conditions.
• Proven experience of managing disputes and supplier performance issues related to contract management.
• Strong IT skills with an advanced proficiency of Microsoft Office & experience of bespoke procurement systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise reports for diverse audiences.
• An extremely high level of self-motivation with sound problem solving capabilities and the ability to deliver work to tight deadlines.
• A current driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Desirable Criteria

• Ideally you should also possess:
• Degree or equivalent in Business / Contract Management or Quantity Surveying or Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical/Civil Engineering or Supply Chain Management.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a construction or engineering related environment.
• Membership of a relevant Professional Body (for example, CIPS, IET, RICS) or working towards it.
• Strong business management skills.
• Sound understanding of legal documentation, and associated terms and conditions.

• Integrity
• Flexibility & adaptability
• Interpersonal skills
• Personal Effectiveness
• Commercial Accumen & Results Orientated

Specific Expertise

Procurement

Contract Hours

37.00

Rewards and Benefits

We offer a competitive and attractive reward package which is regularly reviewed. It includes:

• Competitive market rate salary
• Bonus arrangements and incentive schemes for many employees
• Company pension scheme matched up to 8% (plus SMART pension where employees benefit from lower national insurance contributions)
• Minimum of 20 days holidays plus 11 statutory days
• Opportunity to buy & sell annual leave
• Professional accreditation
• Educational & training opportunities

Personal Wellbeing

• Health and wellbeing programmes
• Annual flu vaccination programme
• Occupational health & welfare counselling support
• Health care schemes – BHSF & Private Health Care
• Enhanced maternity/paternity provisions & childcare schemes
• Family friendly policies
• Eye test vouchers
• Access to discounts / perks card
• Salary sacrifice schemes such as the Cycle to Work scheme
• Long service & full attendance awards
• Social club