Senior Contracts Officer

Leidos ,
Bristol, Bristol
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Description Job Description: Leidos are a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation. We are now looking for a Senior Contracts Officer to join Leidos Supply Ltd, part of the Commodity Support Services (CSS) team within Team Leidos. The role holder will provide commercial support and advice to both team members and other stakeholders through the letting and management of contracts. Ensure that the necessary professional standards are maintained for all commercial work and further the aim of achieving the most cost-effective procurement of requirements and deliver the benefits required by Team Leidos under Logistic Commodities and Services (Transformation), following transfer from MoD in August 2015. The role holder is a member of Leidos Supply Ltd within Team Leidos and as such will operate within any of the main Medical Equipment and Consumables Commodity teams (mainly on the Medical Equipment Replacement Programme - MERP). This role is initially a fixed term contract for 12 months. Main Duties and Responsibilities: + To ensure that all commercial activity within your area of responsibility is performed to the highest standards, conforms to EU Procurement Regulations and Leidos Policies and Procedures and is monitored to ensure continuous improvement with the overall aim of obtaining best value for money. + To proactively participate in development and implementation of Category Strategies to ensure these fully satisfy LSL requirements. + To draft and issue ITTs/ITNs, contracts etc. and manage the associated procurement process up to and beyond contract award. + To negotiate contract terms, conditions and prices within delegated/licensed powers for Procurement activity with a view to delivering against the Benefits Realization Plan. + Undertake contract/team administration as required. + Maintain professional standards and provide commercial support and advice to staff, stakeholders and customers. + To effectively manage the contracts within your responsibility by building strong working relationships with both contractor, customer and colleagues where necessary. + To assist in setting targets and objectives for LSL and to support and monitor achievement against these. + Ensure Commercial MI is accurate and up to date and submitted on time. + To actively contribute to the development of LSL tools, processes and procedures, thereby supporting Team Leidos Transformation. + Continuing Professional and Personal Development to ensure currency with EU and Commercial Procurement practices and Regulations and maximise contribution to the business. + Mentor junior staff within LSL to facilitate their personal and professional development Minimum Qualification/Education Level: Essential: 3+ years of business/procurement/contracting experience, Desirable: CIPS Level 4 or above, public sector contracting knowledge and experience (including application of EU Regulations), knowledge of MoD procurement processes. Experience of using e-procurement tools. Competences: + Good written and verbal communication skills + Ability to work as a member of a team. + Numerate and proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint + Full Driving License Desirable to facilitate supplier visits. What do we do for you? We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance. We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes: + Contributory Pension Scheme + 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays) + Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, and cycle to work scheme) External Referral Bonus:Ineligible Potential for Telework:No Clearance Level Required:Other Clearance Travel:Yes, 10% of the time Scheduled Weekly Hours:40 Shift:Day Requisition Category:Professional Job Family:Procurement Leidos is a Fortune 500 information technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world's toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and health markets. The company's 33,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $10.19 billion for the fiscal year ended December 28, 2018. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com. Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and

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