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AECOM Senior Procurement Specialist in Leeds, United Kingdom
Company Description
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Job Description
This is a fantastic opportunity to be a part of EURI’s dynamic Procurement Operations team to develop strategies for successful programs and projects procurement, support the Source-to-Pay (S2P) implementation across the region, drive procurement governance and to enhance AECOM ESG performance by collaboratively working with the supply chain to reduce Scope 3 emissions. This role will be reporting to the Director of Procurement Operations in EURI region.
Role Responsibilities:
Present procurement and buy-side contracting process to stakeholders in an effective manner in infrastructure industry.
Support projects in proposal, planning, execution, and closeout phases of the project life cycle
Lead, develop and execute procurement and buy-side contracting strategies and plans.
Present and communicate effectively, resolve conflicts, solve problems, and make efficient and effective supply management decisions.
Implement Source-to-Pay (S2P) policies, processes, and procedures, improving service level to Operations and Supply Chain
Have an understanding of Coupa eProcurement modules, DocuSign Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM), actively supporting users within the region.
Liaison between Business Units, Global Business Services (GBS) and Procurement Support Centre (PSC)
Negotiate, prepare, execute, facilitate framework agreements and subcontracts.
New supplier onboarding and prequalification support
Escalate best and final contract changes to Legal, budget owner, insurance exception reviews.
Centrally archive subcontract, procurement, and insurance documentation
Assist escalating and supporting the resolution of disputes with suppliers.
Complete contract closeout and supplier notices
Support ESG supplier engagement to achieve net zero targets.
Conduct data analysis for informed decision making.
Qualifications
Entrants to demonstrate experience in engineering, procurement, construction environments.
Understanding of contracting terminology, measures, concepts, principles, and strategies
Understanding of legal terminology related to procurement.
Competency to perform procurement and contract management functions.
Experience presenting to senior business leaders and effective communication.
Experience with strategic sourcing, managing solicitation processes and negotiations.
Experience in managing tactical and strategic supplier relationships.
Proven record of accomplishment in coaching peers in existing processes and best practices
Certifications
Minimum bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, construction management, economics or demonstrated equivalent combination of education, training, and related experience.
Certified Member of Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply chain (CIPS) or other relevant professional certification.
Successful candidates must showcase infrastructure industry specific experience.
Systems
- Coupa, Oracle, Microsoft 365, Business Optix, Smartsheet, Miro, Per Angusta , Advanced Excel
Additional Information
About AECOM
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ReqID: J10113947
Business Line: Geography OH
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: Europe & India
Career Area: Procurement & Supply Chain
Work Location Model: Hybrid
Legal Entity: AECOM Limited