Senior Contracts Engineer / Buyer

PBS (Ponticelli UK) is recruiting a Senior Contracts Engineer/ Buyer who will be responsible for managing and overseeing a portfolio of contracts and procurement of high value goods and services, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and effective implementation of contract-related procedures.

• Oversee the management of a designated portfolio of contracts, ensuring all contractual obligations are met and aligned with project goals. 
• Source and procure goods and services in line with company requirements, ensuring that purchases are cost-effective and delivered on time. Ensuring that all procurement activities are accurately recorded and tracked in the company’s procurement system. 
• Ensure that all purchased goods and services meet the required specifications and quality standards, addressing any issues with suppliers as they arise. 
• Lead negotiations for and issue purchase order terms and conditions, as well as the establishment of new contracts, ensuring favorable outcomes for the company. 
• Ensure that all procurement activities comply with company policies, industry regulations, and best practices, including HSEQ and GDPR requirements. 
• Create and implement tender strategies, managing the process from initiation to submission, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives. 
• Regularly monitor contract performance, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and timely execution of milestones.
  Work closely with internal teams, clients, and subcontractors to ensure effective communication and management of contractual matters. 
• Identify areas for process improvement within contract management operations, suggesting and implementing solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. 
• Ensure all contract-related documentation is accurate, up-to-date, and properly filed, including correspondence, reports, and amendments. 

Qualifications and Work Experience:

Essential: Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
Essential: Experience in contract management within the Energy Sector, with a focus on complex contracts.
Essential: Proven track record in negotiating contracts and managing a diverse contract portfolio.

Job Specific Knowledge:

Essential: Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
Essential: Experience in contract management within the Energy Sector, with a focus on complex contracts.
Essential: Proven track record in negotiating contracts and managing a diverse contract portfolio.
Essential: Strong knowledge of contract law and commercial principles, particulary within the Energy Sector.
Essential: Extensive knowledge of HSE standards and the ability to integrate these into contract management practices.
Desirable: Experience in a procurement or buying role within the energy sector. 

Skills:

Essential: Strong organisational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously.
Essential: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Essential: Advanced problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues related to contract management.
Desirable: Proficiency in contract management software and tools, as well as Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint).