pROCUREMENT SPECIALIST – Buying and Contracts

Role Duration

Temporary – min 6 months

Location       

Grangemouth - Site Based

about the role

The key requirements of this role are to:

• Across transactional/operational and contracts procurement scopes be responsible in ensuring that the FPS Assets have the correct materials, equipment and services available to be able to meet the site demands.
• The individual will be responsible to ensure that the materials, equipment and services ordered comply with the FPS standards for quality, safety, schedule and price.
• Direct internal stakeholders in all aspects of supplier selection, evaluation and supplier risk and management

The procurement function continues to transform and to support our ambitious plans – this role will help support a number of improvement initiatives – this is a unique opportunity to further develop the procurement function

What does the day to day look like?

• Ensure that security of supply for services is maintained safely, to the correct technical specification and on schedule to meet operational requirements.
• Identify and manage direct and indirect procurement demand on a timely basis, informing demand owners on progression status and risks to meeting expectations.
• Obtaining 3 quotes on Operational procurement scopes, leading to subsequent negotiations and reporting savings.
• Development of procurement strategies and award of contracts to support FPS that will achieve best value for the business. Ensuring FPS stakeholders are engaged in the market analysis, business demand, strategy, tender, evaluation and award phases.
• Provide market knowledge both commercial and technical to all FPS procurement customers
•  Negotiate with suppliers to secure best commercial terms based on agreed specification and demand to spend INEOS cash to ensure best value for the business.
• Post purchase and contract award management of supplier performance. Where applicable underpinned by delivery of the Supplier Relationship & Performance Management (SRPM) tool.
• Adhere to the department procurement processes that meet internal INEOS FPS requirements.
• Identify and recommend new suppliers to the businesses that can offer a commercial or technical advantage to FPS to mitigate asset schedule risks.
• Provide expert advice on procurement related risks, including in depth market knowledge both commercial and technical to all FPS procurement customers.
• Provide systems and functional administration support as required.

What dO I need?

•  MCIPS qualified
• Strong IT skills including excel (strong capability preferred), word, Maximo, SAP & Database analysis would be advantageous.
• Self-starter and comfortable with communications between engineers, planners, project managers, procurement specialists and suppliers.
• Previous purchasing / commercial / contractual (5years) experience in a large complex manufacturing environment and can demonstrate challenge to suppliers to delivery cost savings.
• Good working knowledge and skills of MS office tools particularly Excel.
• Deep understanding of cost drivers on contracts in order to demonstrate transparency and overall value
• Developed negotiation skills and techniques.

About us

When you join us at FPS, you are part of a much larger family. INEOS is a truly global company, with a diverse portfolio of businesses ranging from petrochemicals and healthcare to consumer brands and sports interests. Our products touch and enhance every aspect of modern life.

The Forties Pipeline System (FPS) plays a key role in safely and reliably transporting hydrocarbons from the central North Sea, onshore for processing.

We pride ourselves in offering a working environment that is friendly and welcoming. We will give you the support and space to develop yourself, feel empowered and to have a fulfilling professional career with us.

We are constantly striving for operational excellence, whether improving the energy efficiency of our plants, developing new ways of working or delivering on our net zero commitments. We like to push the boundaries and challenge conventional thinking.

Sustainability is fundamental to everything we do. Our business is already underpinning the journey and transition to a low-carbon future across Scotland and the UK. More information on our latest Environmental Public statement can be found here.

So; if you share our vision for a sustainable future, if you possess the skills and competencies to help deliver our net zero road map and if you want to be a part of the remarkable next step in the development of our business, we’d like to hear from you.

What’s in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with a 34 days holidays per year (inclusive of bank holidays), a competitive salary and a discretionary business bonus scheme (opportunity of up to 20%).

We have a range of benefits available including a generous contributory pension scheme, holiday purchase scheme, gym facilities/ gym membership, enhanced maternity/ paternity leave, salary sacrifice car leasing, life assurance and an employee assistance programme which includes mental and physical wellbeing, financial and legal advice and support.

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining Ineos FPS.  If you would like to discuss any adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process please contact opportunities.uk@ineos.com.

what happens now?

Application Process

All applications should be made on line and interested candidates should submit their CV via our website.

Pre-screen

Applicants with a successful CV may be invited to an online MS Teams or telephone call to further discuss the role, the organisation and your suitability.

Formal Interview

Successful applicants will be invited to face to face interview, which will consist of behavioural and technical questions. For some roles the recruitment process may also include technical testing, behaviour questionnaires and/ or a delivering a presentation.

Pre-employment process

Before commencing work with Ineos FPS you will need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a pre-employment medical, employment history reference and qualification verification check. Some roles may also require a criminality check.