Procurement Transformation Consultant

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Transformation professional to join a high performing function of Capita that provides procurement and supply chain solutions to clients across all markets.

The successful candidate will drive the practice forward to deliver major and complex change to meet Clients objectives as well as lead on client Transformation Programmes.

This is a home based role with occasional travel.

What you'll be doing :

• Join the Procurement Transformation Practice for CPS to deliver major and complex change to meet Clients objectives.
• Lead client Transformation Programmes articulating clear and compelling vision of change through the use of evidence-based business cases including sound financial analysis and resource implications.
• Lead Transformation Programmes through an effective and robust programme and project management culture through the Transformation
• Develop and nurture strong, positive relationships with key stakeholders to ensure engagement and delivery of change.
• Ensure excellent and robust governance arrangements across all transformation programmes and projects that support delivery of the Client Plan.
• Provide effective change management leadership and support so that the change vision is delivered using innovative solutions.

What we're looking for:

• Expert in transformation and change management strategies and methodologies
• Experience in delivering end-to-end procurement transformation programmes within the health and transport sectors in desirable
• Expert knowledge and understanding of portfolio, programme and project management methodologies.
• Proficient in the public sector Green Book business case methodology
• Experience of working at a senior level in a complex environment, managing multiple transformation projects with a range of stakeholders
• Proven track record of strategically aligning financial resources with people resources, ICT and other assets to achieve desired strategic outcomes.
• Ability to work within a political environment.
• Ability to deliver major and complex change at pace, through obstacles.
• Ability to work positively with stakeholders to achieve outcomes and deliver change through people.
• Highly developed interpersonal, advocacy and communication skills to be able to work effectively with individuals and a range of stakeholders.

What's in it for you?

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• Working as part of , high performing, and collaborative team in a friendly, supportive and collaborative work environment
• The opportunity to work in a role that is highly creative , self-driven, with a high level of autonomy and the opportunity to personally make a significant impact and substantially improve a growing sales and marketing capability
• Excellent career progression opportunities, either within Capita Procurement Solutions or part of the wider Capita Group ( with hundreds of sales and marketing roles across various teams )
• A competitive salary and benefits
• 2 5 days' holiday (rising to 27) with the opportunity to buy extra leave
• The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice
• Company matched pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks' fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks...and plenty more
• Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle - from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technology
• Access to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform

About Capita Procurement Solutions Capita Procurement Solutions provides a broad range of procurement and supply chain consulting and delivery services to public and private sector clients across all sectors including financial services, manufacturing, leisure, retail, healthcare, transport, defence, central government, local government, blue light services and education.

Our propositions include large scale procurement and supply chain transformation programmes, cost optimisation and savings delivery, procurement and supply chain delivery, sustainable procurement consultancy, and procurement technology support.

What we hope you'll do next:

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Equal Opportunities

We're an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer, which means we recruit and develop people based on their merit and passion. We're committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format (such as large print or audio), or if you'd like to discuss other changes or support you might need going forward, please email reasonableadjustments@capita.com or call 07784 237318 and we'll get back to you. For more information about equal opportunities and process adjustments, please visit the Capita Careers website.

We will be in touch with you regarding your application shortly, however if you need to contact our recruitment team please email CPScareers@capita.com