Procurement & Quantity Surveyor Manager managing purchasing operations and commercial cost management at Switch2. Ensuring efficient, cost-effective supply of goods and services for energy solutions.
Responsibilities
Manage the end-to-end procurement process and deliver commercial oversight through quantity surveying practices.
Lead supplier negotiations to secure favourable terms, pricing, and service levels.
Conduct supplier evaluations, audits, and risk assessments; implement mitigation strategies.
Monitor and report on supplier KPIs and procurement performance metrics.
Develop and manage procurement budgets; track and report on cost savings.
Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets for procurement packages and capital projects.
Provide commercial advice and risk assessments to support procurement decisions.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field (CIPS or RICS qualification desirable).
Minimum 5 years’ experience in a procurement or QS role, ideally within the technology, energy, or manufacturing sectors.
Demonstrated success in cost reduction, supplier quality management, and contract negotiation.
Experience with ERP systems (preferably Microsoft Dynamics NAV) and procurement analytics tools.
Strong understanding of commercial risk management, inventory control, and vendor compliance.
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