Base Location: For this role, we require successful applicants to be based from one of our Scottish locations – Glasgow, Perth, Inverness and/or Aberdeen
Salary: £42,600- £75,100+ car /car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available
The role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Contract Manager / Contract Manager to join our Procurement and Commercial team within the Offshore Directorate, supporting the Eastern Green Link joint venture projects for SSEN Transmission.
You will
- You will support the Procurement and Commercial Managers and their teams in providing a world class procurement service to internal customers across the joint venture.
- Manage and co-ordinate the purchasing requirements for the project, liaising with internal stakeholders and helping to facilitate any new tender events or call offs from existing framework agreements.
- Support on procurement activities such as the development of Project procurement strategies, managing the procurement process, negotiation of contract terms and conditions and price through to contract award whilst ensuring compliance with the Utilities Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2016.
- Comply with all safety policies and procedures, promote safety and safe working practices both internally and externally to improve safety performance.
You will have
- Problem solving skills and the ability to work and thrive in a team environment.
- Strong knowledge of purchasing systems, payment processes and purchase order management.
- Understanding of the requirements of the Utilities Contract Regulations 2016.
- Excellent IT skills including Microsoft packages.
- Experience of working on a joint venture environment is preferred but not essential.
About SSE
SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.
SSEN Transmission own and operate the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all – we're upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future and building a network for net zero to create secure power for generations to come.
Flexible benefits to fit your life
Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.
Work with an equal opportunity employer
SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact francesca.palmer@sse.com / 01738 344763 to discuss how we can support you.
We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.
Ready to apply?
Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.
