About the job
We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Public Procurement Consultant to join our dynamic team at sia. The selected candidate will provide expert advice and support throughout the public procurement processes and tendering procedures, ensuring adherence to regulations, operational efficiency, and the implementation of best practices. If you possess extensive knowledge of procurement laws and a proven history of successful consultancy within the public sector, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Procurement Strategy:
- Work collaboratively with governmental bodies and both public and private organizations to devise effective procurement strategies.
- Evaluate existing procurement processes and propose enhancements that drive efficiency and transparency.
- Formulate and execute public procurement strategies that correspond with the overarching organizational goals.
- Conduct comprehensive market research and assess procurement needs to identify potential suppliers.
- Select and implement suitable procurement methods and processes.
- Oversee procurement timelines and budgets to guarantee efficient and effective procurement activities.
- Procurement Policy Development and Regulatory Compliance:
- Ensure adherence to procurement policies and procedures.
- Stay informed about changes in public procurement laws, regulations, and best practices.
- Guide clients through compliance requirements and assist them in navigating complex regulatory environments.
- Collaborate with the legal department ensuring compliance with current and forthcoming legal stipulations.
- Public Procurement Tenders:
- Understand various tendering procedures applicable in the public sector.
- Assist clients in composing thorough requests for public tenders in line with procurement regulations.
- Draft detailed requirement lists for public tenders.
- Create evaluation, selection, and awarding criteria specific to proposals.
- Assess and choose suppliers based on predefined selection criteria.
- Evaluate and award contracts to suppliers based on scoring of awarding criteria.
- Review vendor submissions and provide recommendations for selection.
- Establish KPIs and SLAs to facilitate effective contract management.
- Vendor Relations:
- Establish and nurture strong relationships with suppliers and vendors.
- Monitor vendor performance and address any arising issues or disputes.
- Training and Capacity Building:
- Conduct training sessions and workshops for client staff to bolster their procurement knowledge and skills, elevating the organization’s procurement maturity.