Job Title - Procurement AnalystHead Office Location: Brindley Place, BirminghamJob Location: Flexible - B1 2JBSalary - £32,959 per annumContract type - Fixed Term - 12 Months Working hours - Full time 37 hours per weekClosing Date -27 September 2024Interview date 3 October 2024About the role This role is a for a fixed term of 12 months, working in the procurement unit of GreenSquareAccord limited, the successful applicant will be supporting the team to implement a new purchase to pay system.They will predominantly conducting supplier spend and contract analysis in order to identify ongoing contracts and contract managers for setting up in the new purchase to pay system. They will be analysing complex data and liaising with stakeholders to validate existing contract data and identify ongoing contracts for the purchase to pay project.The role will also be supporting the procurement team in the implementation of the Procurement Act 2023, in particular the identification of non-compliant spend by supplier/category and creation of contract records.Please note that if you are successful in this role, we will require a DBS check to be completed. Further details will be sent following offer. About you The successful candidate will have a good general level of education at and beyond GCSE (a minimum of 5 GCSEs) including Maths or statistics.Working experience of data analysis, supplier and contract administration.Customer focused, both internally and externally. With clear understanding of the
internal customerand their needs.Excellent analytical abilities with proficiency in data analysis and market research. With the ability to clearly interpret findings from data: translate complex data into actionable insights to drive decision making.They will have excellent interpersonal and effective written/oral communication skills, with knowledge of procurement and contract management as well as strong relationship skills and the ability to build working relationships.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications, with strong excel skills and an understanding of Procure to pay systems, supplier portals and document management.Please note that if you are successful in this role, we will require evidence of the required certificates and qualifications for this role. Without this evidence, you would be unable to commence employment at GreenSquareAccord. About usGreenSquareAccord is one of the biggest social housing and care providers in England.We believe passionately in our mission to build better lives and provide social housing and support services to 54,000 people across our four localities. We are proud to play an active role in helping people to deal with the consequences of the housing crisis by providing affordable homes for people in our communities who need them most.We also provide care and support to some of the most vulnerable people in society. This includes support for people who are homeless, experiencing domestic violence or are part of the criminal justice system.Our purposeWe are proud to be able to support tens of thousands of people across England by providing affordable housing and care to help people live independently.Our focus is on building better lives. Everything we do is about people - whether that
s providing a good quality, safe home or providing care which helps someone to live an independent life.Our colleagues live and breathe this social purpose and we need great people, with skills across a range of disciplines, to make this happen.Working for GreenSquareAccord gives you the chance to bring your skills and expertise and make a real difference. It doesnt matter which role you are considering applying for, your work will help thousands of people build a better life.The GSA WayWe know that how we do things is just as important as what we do. To help us make a difference, together, we created the GSA Way.A culture we commit to, aspire to, and live and breathe. Commitments and behaviours which together make our organisation what it is.Our five core commitments are:We believe our customer is everythingWe are one teamWe are supportive and caringWe are business-minded for social purposeWe are curious and ambitious.You can read more about the GSA Way in our recruitment pack.BenefitsIn support and recognition of our colleagues who will help us deliver our employer strategy, we offer a fantastic benefits package. This includes; annual holiday entitlement (plus statutory bank holidays); a defined contribution pension scheme; trust based flexible working and a Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).GreenSquareAccord also offer a non-contractual performance-related bonus scheme. Further details will be made available upon joining, along with supporting documentation which can be found on the GreenSquareAccord intranet site.All individuals who apply to work at GreenSquareAccord are considered on their merits in line with our Diversity and Inclusion strategy and policy.GreenSquareAccord are a Disability Confident Employer therefore we actively encourage applications from individuals with disabilities and try to provide access, adjustments, equipment or other practical support where required. All applicants with a disability who meet the
essential eligibility criteria` for the role, as detailed in the job description, are guaranteed an interview.If you need any assistance, adjustments or adaptations throughout our selection processes please let us know.