Overview

 

What’s the Role:  Procurement Manager

 

Where You Would Work: Head Office – Belfast

 

We are seeking a seasoned procurement professional to join our dedicated team within the third sector, supporting individuals with mental ill health, learning disabilities, autism and dementia. As the ideal candidate, you will bring a wealth of experience and a passion for making a positive impact in the lives of the people we support.

 

Your Impact:

As our Procurement manager, you will play a pivotal role in optimizing procurement processes to ensure the efficient and seamless delivery of vital services. Your strategic mindset, coupled with a deep understanding of the challenges unique to our sector, will contribute significantly to our mission's success. Your expertise is the driving force behind sustainable growth and innovation, empowering us to better meet the diverse needs of those we serve.

 

What We're Looking For:

If you are committed to driving positive change and possess a comprehensive understanding of both the procurement landscape and the specific requirements of the third sector we invite you to join us in making a positive contribution.

 

As Procurement Manager you will be responsible for cultivating sourcing strategies, negotiating prices and contracts, and reviewing technical specifications for all purchased item/services including equipment and services.

 

Why Praxis Care:

 

Are you looking for a career that will develop you, challenge you and allow you to make a difference in the lives of others? 

 

Then Look No Further!  We CARE at Praxis CARE!

 

Praxis Care supports individuals with mental ill health, autism, learning disabilities and dementia; providing innovative, professional, high quality support services to people across the spectrum of need and particularly at the higher level of complexity in Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland, England and the Isle of Man.

 

Praxis Care has been named Northern Ireland’s Employer of the Year at the National Learning Disability Awards!

 

Tell Me More About Praxis Care Benefits!

 

Great Work Environment

 

CARE For Your Physical & Mental Health

 

Financial Benefits

Compassionate culture

 

Paid annual leave, which increases with length of service

 

Refer-a-friend bonuses

 

Comprehensive training

 

 

Occupational sick pay

 

 

Pension plan

 

Career progression opportunities

 

 

 

 

 

 

Employer funded Healthcare scheme which includes savings on high street retail outlets and gym membership

 

Coming soon: Early Access to earned wages through the employer salary advance software

 

 

 

Confidential counselling service

 

Death in service benefit

 

 

 

Save on the purchase of any bicycle on the Organisation Cycle to work scheme

 

Long service awards

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Eye test vouchers

 

Accountancy membership Fees paid

 

 

Access to information portals & assistance through 3rd party vendors on areas related to your Mental, Physical and Financial Wellbeing

 

 

 

 

Salary Details:

 

 

Procurement Manager

 

Full Time (37.5 Hours per week)

 

£35,232 - £41,724 per annum

 

 

 

 

*Salary negotiable and based on 37.5 hours per week.

 

To be considered for this role you must meet the essential criteria, which includes;

 

• Degree level qualification
• Member of The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS)
• Demonstrate proven contract preparation, negotiation and networking
• Demonstrate leading negotiations for contracts and having a sound knowledge of legal and contractual issues.
• Demonstrate conducting market analysis and make data-driven procurement decisions.
• Demonstrate developing and implementing comprehensive procurement policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate the ongoing monitoring and evaluation of the procurement process.

 

Tell Me More!

For more information on the role please contact:  recruit@praxiscare.org.uk  

 

Don’t Wait!

 

Closing Date: 14th February 2024

 

To apply please go to www.praxiscare.org/careers

 

 

We Want You!

 

A waiting list may be created to fill similar vacancies in this jurisdiction which may arise within 9 months of the interview date.

 

 

Because WE CARE!

 

This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks including, but not limited to, a satisfactory reference from your current employer and enhanced Police Check will be required for all successful candidates within direct care positions before a start date can be confirmed.

 

 

Praxis Care is an Equal Opportunities Employer