Procurement Executive

The role: The role will mainly revolve around managing, preparing and placing energy/water tenders and contracts for ZTP clients. This will involve following ZTP internal processes in a timely and efficient manner. The role will involve regular communication with various energy suppliers and relevant third parties to compile an provide energy tender reports. Main Duties & Responsibilities: *Updating records on ZTP Trace/Kiveev systems *Managing own workload to hit client expectations as agreed with Account Manager *Negotiating prices with Suppliers by phone and e-mail *Requesting and providing contracts between suppliers and the management team. *Gathering data, including quotations, from various sources needed to place contracts *Recording accurately contracts placed on Trace *Managing the transfer of supplies between the various suppliers *Resolving Supplier objections *Managing Supplier complaints where disputes arise *Managing and procuring MOP contracts *Appointing DADCs *Managing termination notices. *Creating procurement ITT questionnaires. *Joining team meetings when required. *Speaking with clients, in person or virtually. Person Specification: First of foremost, we are seeking someone who is driven and proactive, that comes from the Energy Industry and has experience in a similar role. Experience Required: 2+ years of experience in consultancy or similar role focusing on procuring energy/ water tenders and contracts. *Must have experience in the energy industry *Must have experience procuring Power/Gas fixed/flexible contracts. *Energy brokerage/consultancy experience is desired *Water procurement experience is an advantage *MOP contracting experience is an advantage Skills Required: *Attention to detail is extremely important *Strong Communication skills *Excel Experience. Must know VLOOKUPs, Conditional Formatting, and Data Sorting functions as a minimum. *Team player will also be very important in this role but also the ability to work unaided. Education and Qualification Requirements: *A-Levels *GCSE's (English & Maths) *Bachelors Degree would be desired/advantageous Other Characteristics: *Willingness to accept other duties as assigned. *Ability to travel and to work overtime as needed. *Must be able to work with sensitive and highly confidential information. Personal Qualities: *Personal style that is in line with the ZTP culture, values and behaviours. *Act as a brand ambassador and communicate respectfully and effectively with all stakeholders across the business. *Structured problem solving, analysis & methodical mindset. *Self-motivated individual with initiative to prioritize workloads and tasks. *Commercial awareness. *Patient. *Creative. *Positive attitude to continuously improve. *Manage multiple projects at the same time. *High degree of independent judgement. *Resilience and adaptable to change. ZTP Company Benefits: *Competitive Compensation Package. *25 Days Annual Leave plus UK Public Holidays. *Vision Reimbursement. *Flu Vaccine Reimbursement. *EAP. *Nursery & Childcare Salary Sacrifice Scheme. *Pension. *Family Friendly Policies. *Remote Working. *Flexible Working Options. *We Work Office Membership. *Quarterly Team Get Togethers. *Recognition Scheme. *Referral Scheme. *1 Day Paid for Volunteering to Support Local Community. *Home Office Set Up. *Learning & Development Opportunities. *Career Pathways & Promotion Opportunities