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Do you have technical expertise in property procurement with in-depth knowledge of Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT) contracts, Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) systems, coupled with strong supplier relationship management skills. Are you experienced in managing complex property projects and delivering value through technical procurement solutions. We’re seeking a Property Sourcing and Supplier Relationship Manager to join our Procurement team here at AXA UK, with a dotted line responsibility into the Head of Property. In this role, you’ll be both leading property procurement activities as well as managing strategic supplier relationships through the life of the contract, providing expert guidance and support to your internal stakeholder group. Your technical acumen will ensure effective, compliant, and value-for-money delivery of property-related goods, services, and works, executing procurement strategies, negotiating contracts, and ensuring regulatory and policy compliance across all property procurement activities.
Job Responsibility:
Leading market analysis through tender specifications, request for proposal (RFP)/ request for information (RFI), developing procurement advisory papers and reports for approval by Senior stakeholders in delivering new service providers
Leading in life supplier management through regular performance reviews of services provided for suppliers providing cleaning, M&E services, catering, specialist property services and general facilities management
Work on a diverse range of property-based delivery frameworks and contracts to a cumulative value of over £10 million per annum
Support in the creation of construction/property-based contracts using JCT industry standard forms adopting company specific terms and conditions and/ or amends to ensure robust contractual relations
Lead commercial and contract negotiations and documentation drafting for new engagements, renewals, and work orders etc
Retendering of all term contracts adopting strict procurement procedures and company policy to ensure compliance with procurement legislation, procedures and practices including direct interaction with company legal counsel
Requirements:
Extensive experience in property procurement with a strong focus on contract negotiations, and supplier relationship management within corporate or regulated environments
Specific experience in technical supplier management, including performance reviews and contract negotiations for construction, maintenance, facilities management (FM) and technology solutions for property
Management of procurement processes for large property portfolios, including construction, maintenance, and facilities management
Technical knowledge in property services using procurement expertise with strong procurement project management skills holding qualifications/degree in a relevant field such as construction management, engineering or procurement
Firm understanding of property contract and associated legislation to include The Health and Safety at Work, CDM, building standards, with a general understanding of statutory compliance, JCT contract forms, and other industry-standard construction contracts
Proven track record of delivering and managing property related contracts ranging from FM, construction or refurbishment projects, utilities (electric, gas, water) M&E suppliers and technical service providers etc
Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills coupled with the ability to influence suppliers and build strategic supplier relationships
Strong analytical and market research capabilities with the ability to interpret legal and contractual documents along with complex technical specifications
As a precondition of employment for this role, you must be eligible and authorised to work in the United Kingdom
What we offer:
Competitive annual salary dependent on experience
Annual company & performance-based bonus
Contributory pension scheme (up to 12% employer contributions)
Life Assurance (up to 10 x annual salary)
Private medical cover
28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
Opportunity to buy up to 5 extra days leave or sell up to 5 days leave