Services Procurement Consultant

About Us

Global, inclusive and innovative - welcome to AMS, where talent connects across cultures and backgrounds to shape the future of work.

We work with leading organisations to design and deliver talent strategies that bring together people, process, data and technology, helping millions of people find meaningful work every year. Our diverse, connected community collaborates to create results for clients and opportunities for our people to learn, grow and make an impact.

At AMS, we look for people who bring more than experience, and we welcome different perspectives and ways of thinking.

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The Role

At AMS, we're building teams that are curious, collaborative, and committed to doing great work. We're looking for a Services Procurement Consultant who is responsible for collaborating with stakeholders providing guidance and education on PSR SOW and PSR RA as permissible routes to market, consulting on the suitability of the requests to be managed as well as supporting customer stakeholders running competitive RA requirements.

If you're good at Business Forecasting, Contract and Vendor Management as well as Proposal Writing and have in-depth Procurement and Commercial Contract knowledge you might be exactly who we're looking for.

Key Accountabilities

• Managing the E2E Procurement Service and apply your skills to share best practice and knowledge across the wider PSR Services Procurement team.
• Support the use of VMS technology by the CA stakeholders and suppliers to ensure transaction activity is recorded within Fieldglass.
• Apply your skills to validate the SOW and RA details, paying particular attention to the details required for SOW Milestones and Acceptance Criteria, dates, Purchase Order and resolve any issues that may need addressing.
• Work with PSR Vendor Management to set up new vendors as requested by Contracting Authorities.
• Use your analytical skills to provide insight to the stakeholder on the suitability of their request to be managed as a SOW or RA.
• Draw on your expertise to educate stakeholders on the appropriate SOW or RA route and support them in drafting initial RA requirements and SOW milestones.
• Use of reporting skills to support internal and client stakeholders PO/ invoicing queries.
• Apply your skills to identify ways in which to continually develop and improve processes and procedures working in conjunction with PSR Services Procurement team and CA stakeholders.
• Become a first point of contact for the stakeholder in relation to specific SOW queries, variations and escalations

Skills & Requirements

• Strong background in procurement and commercial services, delivering measurable savings and value.

• Demonstrated ability in running competitive bid processes and managing complex procurement activity.
• Skilled in commercial negotiation with suppliers and achieving positive outcomes.
• Ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
• Public sector experience, including knowledge of procurement processes, frameworks and regulations.
• Hands-on experience with eSourcing and VMS systems.
• Knowledge of SoW procurement, including contracts, liabilities and indemnities.
• Track record of meeting targets, SLAs, and KPIs in demanding environments.
• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, agile environment, driving continuous improvement.
• Able to identify root causes, propose solutions and work collaboratively to implement them.

Why AMS?

At AMS, we come from every walk of life - and that's what makes us unique. Our culture is open, inclusive and built on trust. We empower our people with the flexibility and autonomy to work in ways that bring out their best. We offer career opportunities in every direction you want to explore.

We offer

• Growth and development focused on your strengths
• The opportunity to develop a career within one of the world's leading organisations specialising in talent and workforce solutions.
• A team that values being Passionate, Bold, and Authentic
• Supportive communities such as our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Volunteer day - you get one additional paid day off each year to volunteer for a cause that matters to you
• A competitive reward and benefits package*
• Flexibility in how and where you work*
• Hybrid model

*Details may vary slightly depending on your location, local labour law, etc.

Our statement

We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage people with diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences to apply. We do not discriminate based upon age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.

If you require any accommodations or have any accessibility needs, please reach out via email Talent@weareams.com or make a member of our Talent Acquisition team aware at any time.

If you're ready to bring your skills, curiosity, and passion, click Apply and let's explore what we can achieve together!