Procurement Support Manager

Join Our Team as aPROCUREMENT SUPPORT MANAGER at Aspire Defence Service Limited (ADSL)

• Salary: £37,500 per annum
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week, no weekends
• Location: Aspire Business Centre, Tidworth

Are you ready to join a dynamic team where innovation thrives? Aspire Defence Services Limited (ADSL) is seeking a passionate and results-driven PROCUREMENT SUPPORT MANAGER to be part of our exciting journey.

What We Offer:

• Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell holiday
• Pension Plan: Contributory Company Pension Plan matched up to 6%
• Insurance: Individual life assurance and personal accident cover
• Employee Benefits Portal: Access to private medical, private dental, discounted gym membership, and discounted shopping at over 100 brands and outlets
• Reward and Recognition: Celebrate outstanding achievements
• Employee Assistance Program: Funded program with onsite mental health first aiders

Your Role:

• Supervise the Procurement specific administrative activities to include development, management and execution of process and procedures. Manage administrative requirements in support to the Procurement team throughout the end-to-end Procurement process of category management, vendor selection, tendering, contract placement, ordering, contract management and logistics.
• Be a Super User for the operation, development and communication of ordering processes and procedures within the IFS system and KBR Supplier portal, providing guidance to operational staff at all locations.
• Manage the administration of contractor performance assessments and highlight to the Head of Procurement & Supply Chain & Procurement Leads areas for concern. Compiling the Procurement SLT Monthly report.
• Support system developments impacting procurement processes, procedures and operations, and oversee the vendor selection process, ensuring the smooth execution of the PQQ process.

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualifications: A-levels or equivalent, including GCSE English and Maths. A CIPS level 3 or equivalent would be advantageous.

• Experience: Strong supervisory skills, ensuring high standards and confidence in reviewing others' work. Experienced in process and procedure development within supply chain, procurement activities, and working in fast-paced environments. Skilled in organisation, accuracy, timeliness, and compliance, with excellent interpersonal abilities. Able to work both independently and as part of a team, building and maintaining relationships.

• Skills: Has the ability to implement change and is well-organised, proactive, and efficient with excellent communication skills, being clear, concise, and a good listener. Takes ownership, uses initiative to complete tasks, is a problem-solver, and keeps up to date with changes in the technical field. High level of competency with the Microsoft Office suite.
• Driving Licence:Full UK valid driving licence required.

Additional Information:

• Our garrisons are tobacco-free working environments.
• Security clearance is required prior to starting with us.
• We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate against protected characteristics. All candidates will be given equal consideration through our established procedures.
• Please note, this vacancy may close early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Ready to Join Us? If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, apply now and be part of our dedicated team supporting the armed forces across Hampshire and Wiltshire.

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