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Procurement Specialist (Scaffolding)

Work from home Full-time role Hiring

Help us make a big green dent in the universe. We're on a mission to drive the global renewable energy revolution, and

weneed loads more peopleto help us make our vision a reality.

We need you to support our mission to decarbonise homes worldwide. In this role, you'll assist the team in connecting customers to our supply chain and bringing our low carbon tech to life.

What you'll do

  • Own the procurement subportfolio on scaffolding and other third party services, managing supplier relationships and driving category performance.
  • Support the development and execution of the category strategy that aligns with company objectives and delivers measurable results
  • Lead sourcing and contracting efforts through to completion and drive broader category-specific opportunities.
  • Work closely with operations teams and be the main commercial contact for suppliers. Leading regular performance reviews on key metrics whilst driving strong partnerships.
  • Closely monitor adherence and manage risks. Ensure suppliers meet regulatory and other industry requirements with support from the wider business.
  • Proactively work with suppliers to align on growth plans. Ensuring suppliers scale capacity and capability to meet operational requirements within required regions.
  • Identify and implement value and efficiency improvements across the portfolio in the spirit of proactive continuous improvement.
  • Work cross functionally across the business to measure and improve supplier performance.
  • What you'll need

  • Experience in commercial contract and supplier management within the third party services space.
  • Comfortable leading supplier negotiations and driving value-added outcomes.
  • Strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple suppliers, contracts, and projects simultaneously.
  • Forward-thinking and growth mindset, able to anticipate challenges and deliver practical solutions.
  • Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills to build collaboration with internal teams and external suppliers.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, start-up-like environment and adjusting to evolving priorities.
  • Desirable: Deep understanding of the scaffolding sector, including key trends, regulations, networks and market dynamics.
  • Additional Information

    If this sounds like you then we'd love to hear from you.

    Are you ready for a career with us? We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential.Need any specific accommodations?Whether you require specific accommodations or have a unique preference, let us know, and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic!

    Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across Octopus, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.

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