Procurement Lead

Job No. BBUK
21027

Procurement Lead - London

Major Projects

Procurement

About the role
The purpose of the role is to deliver the best-in-class procurement service through the development and implementation of procurement strategies in accordance with agreed procurement policies and processes. Engaging with the supply chain to deliver an enhanced level of value to the Sizewell C project and achievement of its commitments to stakeholders and local communities.

SZC is ultimately owned by two shareholders, EDF and HMG. The shareholders hold their investment in SZC through NNB Holdings Company (SZC) Limited. Over the course of the current shareholding arrangements the shareholdings of the two shareholders will change. The shareholders will fund SZC up until Financial Close through equity in line with the approved schedule and budget. SZC’s business is to design, finance, construct, commission, operate, maintain, and eventually decommission the nuclear power plant and related infrastructure (including activities relating to hydrogen, direct air capture and/or desalination) at Sizewell C in Suffolk.

The principal objectives of the current development phase of the SZC project are to agree and implement the Capital Raise Plan, including completing an equity and debt raise, agree the core supply chain contracts and obtain the regulatory permits and licences required for the construction phase of the Project (including the core environmental permits and nuclear site licence). Prior to the government investment decision SZC operated as part of EDF in the Nuclear Development business unit and was staffed by EDF colleagues and independent contractors who are now in the process of transferring to the direct employment of SZC.

It is setting itself up as an organisation capable of delivering a new nuclear power plant, from investment case and funding, to construction, commissioning, operations, maintenance and decommissioning.

What you'll be doing
Implement the Contracting Strategy and Delivery & Contracting Plan as directed by the CWA Procurement Lead Deliver Procurement and Supply Chain commitments within the Programme Alliance Agreement Working with peers to leverage opportunities to mitigate market risk and impact and deliver project wide efficiencies across all aspects of procurement and supply chain management.

Develop strategic and tactical plans to ensure the Section has the appropriate supply chain resources in place to support current and forecasted levels.

Ensure that supply chain performance meets or exceeds the operational and commercial requirements of the business.

Deliver exceptional levels of operational and financial performance in the supply chain, with particular emphasis on project delivery and total supply chain cost efficiencies.

Lead important negotiations, to ensure the most effective commercial outcomes and to eliminate/manage risk effectively.

Support the procurement and estimating teams with tendering, market analysis, supplier selection, risk and opportunity assessments, forecasting requirements.

Attract, build, develop and retain the right sized team with the right mindset to deliver the procurement and supply chain requirements across the CWA creating an inclusive and progressive culture for our people.

Support training & development, staff appraisals, retention & reward, and recruitment to provide an effective procurement service for the project.

Provide an ethical and consistent approach to the procurement of goods and services and ensuring compliance with the project governance and procurement best practice throughout the process to meet current legislation and nuclear regulations.

Develop the project supplier database linked to Compete For – include market assessments, track effectiveness of engagement, prequalification status, and bid support performance.

Monitor markets and where appropriate, provide alternative procurement strategies to maximise opportunities or minimise risk.

Develop professional, robust and effective working relationships with suppliers, sub-contractors and service providers, who will provide best value to SZC.Assist in the development of local, diverse and SME engagement strategies assist in hosting Meet the Buyer Events and community advertising.

Lead the implementation the Sustainable Procurement Plan Ensure a relentless focus on “Zero Harm”.
Who we're looking for
Knowledge & Skills Essential Negotiation  skills

Legal & contracting law Supplier relationship management Risk & opportunity management Project procurement strategy Supply chain planning & logistics Product knowledge Desirable Project management Nuclear culture / behaviours

Commercial & business acumen Client & stakeholder management People management  Social sustainability Qualifications & Experience Essential Experience  of working within the construction industry and demonstrated knowledge of the interfaces and relationships that exist.

Demonstrates the ability to manage, plan and structure operational…