Category Specialist - University College Cork (UCC)
Unijobs DAC are currently recruiting a Category Specialist for the Procurement and Contracts Office within the University College Cork. The position is temporary, full time, working Monday to Friday, 9.00 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. (5.00p.m. on Fridays). The rate of pay is €30.60 per hour. The position is initially a 1-year contract post with the possibility of extension thereafter.
Job Description
The post of Category Specialist is being created to primarily assist the University’s Procurement and Contract’s office to fulfil its role of supporting the Tyndall National Institute with its ongoing procurement of research equipment.
The key roles and responsibilities are as follows:
* Undertake the preparation, management and evaluation of tenders and contract documentation for research capital equipment as allocated by the Procurement Officer in accordance with EU and National legislation and guidance in order to achieve best possible outcomes for the Research centre.
* Ensure that the University’s Procurement Policy and relevant Procurement legislation is strictly adhered to.
* Roll out relevant OGP contracts across TNI as agreed with UCC Procurement and undertake any possible mini-competitions arising from same.
* Conduct regular reviews of TNI spend and identify/prioritise areas of non-compliance and opportunities to deliver both immediate and longer-term cost savings.
* Assist in the development of other non-research equipment tenders/quotations for other non-pay expenditure to support TNI research category spend.
* Keep accurate and updated files and records pertaining to the procurement processes in line with external and internal audit requirements including ISO 9001:2015.
* Adopt the use of the Contract Management System to ensure accurate and complete records.
* Utilise the Financial Management system – Agresso to produce reports relevant to Tyndall/other University expenditure.
* Build sound working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
* Assist in the development and implementation of tools to control and monitor all contracts. This may include measurement of supplier performance, cost performance against budget, expiration & renewal of contracts.
* Lead regular contract reviews of important agreements, introducing Service Level agreements and KPI’s as appropriate to measure & monitor Supplier performance.
* Develop mutual trust, confidence and co-operation with key suppliers.
* Conduct all procurement business with integrity and diligence in accordance with procurement best practice and Irish/EU law.
Any other tasks as may be directed by the UCC Procurement Officer/Tyndall Finance Manager. As the university continues to expand and evolve, and in the light of the new university legislation, it is likely that flexibility in regard to the allocation of specific duties will be necessary.
Minimum Requirements:
* A recognised procurement qualification e.g. IPA, CIPS.
* Level 8 Degree or higher and/or strong working knowledge of public procurement rules and regulations.
* Knowledge and practical application of contract law.
* Working knowledge of how to adopt Sustainable Procurement principles within projects.
* Have worked in Procurement for a substantial period (minimum three years).
* Extensive procurement experience across a broad range of capital, goods and services.
* Broad commercial mindset developed from experience of working in both the public and private sector.
* Strong track record of results and delivery within the procurement arena.
* Experience of using a financial management system e.g. Agresso.
* Strong analytical and commercial appraisal skills required for interpreting complex submission documents and extrapolating relevant information to advise stakeholders correctly.
* Excellent relationship management and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to display a good level of numeracy and literacy with a strong attention to detail.
* Strong administration, organisational and project management skills.
* Ability to contribute at a strategic level and critically evaluate proposals.
* Ability to identify and resolve problems.
* Ability to work flexibly under pressure, with minimal supervision, able to use your initiative to manage multiple projects and determine relative priorities to meet deadlines.
* Self-motivated, confident and enthusiastic, enjoying new challenges and committed to providing a professional service with a flexible approach to working.
* Computer literate, with a sound working knowledge of the Microsoft suite.
* Experience in leading and concluding above EU threshold competitions.
* Experience of working in Higher Education/research environment.
Unijobs DAC is an equal opportunities employer.
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Temporary
Job function
Consulting, Purchasing, and Supply Chain
Industries
Business Consulting and Services
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