Company Description

At Turner & Townsend we\'re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realise their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society. Every day we help our clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects, in 120 offices across 50 countries worldwide.



The Procurement Support - Assistant Contracts Manager will play a crucial role in assisting the Senior Contracts Manager in the day-to-day management of procurement activities on assigned component projects. This position requires 5 to 10 years of relevant experience, including a minimum of 2-3 years in an Assistant Procurement Manager role, supporting senior contracts managers in procurement-related tasks. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of standard procurement processes, exceptional communication skills in English, and experience with e-procurement platforms / software.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Support Senior Contracts Manager: Assist the Senior Contracts Manager in overseeing and managing procurement activities on designated component projects.

2. Procurement Process Expertise: Utilize in-depth knowledge of standard procurement processes, including correspondence, information management, and documentation to ensure compliance and efficiency.

3. Documentation Management: Maintain accurate records and documentation related to procurement activities, contracts, and correspondence.

4. Vendor Communication: Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to facilitate smooth procurement transactions and resolve issues as needed.

5. Reporting: Prepare and generate reports on procurement activities, contract statuses, and performance metrics.

6. Compliance: Ensure adherence to relevant procurement regulations, policies, and best practices.

7. Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with procurement processes and contracts.

8. Communication Skills: Effectively communicate with team members, stakeholders, and external parties in English, both written and verbal.

Qualifications

- Bachelor\'s degree in a relevant field preferred.

- 5 to 10 years of professional experience in procurement, with 2-3 years in an Assistant Procurement Manager role.

- Proficiency in e-procurement platform software.

- Strong understanding of standard procurement processes.

- Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.

- Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills.

- Ability to work collaboratively in a team and meet deadlines.

- Knowledge of relevant procurement regulations and compliance.

- Preference will be given to candidates with local experience.

Additional Information

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

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