Regional Procurement Lead

The British Embassy in Vilnius is looking for a Regional Procurement Lead for the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office’s Europe, Eastern Europe and Central Asia Directorates. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing regional procurement activity for a specific group of British Embassies and Consulates within the region, delivering procurement solutions which meet stakeholders’ requirements and achieving value for money in accordance with UK regulations.

Key responsibilities will be:

1. Regional Procurement Delivery

• Closely working with stakeholders in British overseas Embassies and Consulates in accessing regional procurement requirements
• Conducting procurement for goods and services for requirements of mid-range value (above £25,000): co-ordinating with the relevant stakeholders to prepare and issue tender documentation, evaluation criteria and delivering the recommendation to award in accordance with UK procurement regulations
• Preparing drafts and negotiating contracts, ensuring procurement delivery abides to the relevant processes and the outputs offer a Value for Money solution for the FCDO
• Category specific procurement and management

2. Procurement Support

• Working with stakeholders across the network to provide advice and guidance on procurement related activities
• Procurement spend analysis and reporting
• Market research and engagement with suppliers
• Managing databases of FCDO contracts and proactively planning procurement pipeline

Essential qualifications, skills and experience:      

• University Degree or equivalent in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, Economics, Finances or similar
• Approx. 1-2 years relevant experience of sourcing or buying Goods, Services and Works
• Knowledge of the best practice procurement and supplier management techniques
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Strong organisational skills, ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and efficiently
• Contract negotiation and drafting skills in any procurement category, including knowledge of basic legal terms and contractual obligations
• Flexibility, willingness and ability to adapt to change
• Excellent oral and written English skills
• Excellent working knowledge of MS Office

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience: 

• Knowledge of relevant EU and UK public sector procurement legislation and regulations would be a strong advantage
• Experience working with e-procurement tools
• CIPS qualification would be a strong advantage

REQUIRED BEHAVIOURS: Changing and Improving, Communicating and Influencing, Delivering at Pace, Making Effective Decisions, Managing a Quality Service, Working Together

This is a full-time, 35 net hours per week, permanent contract, EO grade position

The start date for the position is as soon as possible, subject to the availability of the candidate and the length of the recruitment process.

We offer:

• A base salary EUR 3,116 (gross), a Professional Qualification Allowance: EUR 583.33 (gross) / month (when the candidate meet required criteria – CIPS Level 4 achieved and at least 3 years of relevant experience)
• A generous private medical insurance scheme (after successful probation period)
• A strong focus on learning and development, including support for developing English language skills. Learning and development opportunities (e-learnings, development programs), also including: possibility for acquiring professional Certificate in Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
• 35-hour working week with a focus on work-life balance. Hybrid working conditions: flexible working (but at least 2 days a week working at the office). Please note that while we offer some homeworking, this is primarily an office-based job
• 22 annual leave days + 14 public holidays

All applicants should have the right to live and work in Lithuania. The British Embassy does not sponsor for work permits. Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy in Vilnius are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local Lithuanian employment law.

Visa/work permit requirements: Candidates must currently hold the independent right to live and work in Lithuania and be prepared to ensure that right remains throughout the scope of the contract.

Please note that it is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal requirements to live and work in this country.

Please note we cannot accept applications for this role through www.cvmarket.lt - we only accept applications through our official portal, the link to which is provided below:

https://fco.tal.net/vx/appcentre-ext/brand-0/spa-1/candidate/so/pm/4/pl/1/opp/24447-Regional-Procurement-Lead-Europe-EECAD-LTU25-039/en-GB?wcn_cookie_check=1