Procurement Executive

PURPOSE

We are introducing this exciting role to support the procurement strategy at the ECB. This is proactive and stakeholder facing role to deliver sourcing activities and projects in line with category plans and organisational strategy. You will play a key role in developing and promoting the Procurement function across ECB and the wider cricket network. You will support the Head of Procurement on the day-to-day activities. 

WHO WE ARE

The England and Wales Cricket Board is the national governing body for all cricket in England and Wales, supporting the game at every level – from grassroots to professional.

We believe cricket is a force for good that can have an enduring impact on everyone’s lives and we have an ambitious strategy to inspire a generation to say ‘cricket is a game for me’. It provides great entertainment. It teaches important skills, both physical and social. It can help inclusion and social cohesion, bringing communities together.

The ECB welcomes applications from all backgrounds to ensure we deliver our Inspiring Generations strategy and fulfil our purpose to connect communities and improve lives through cricket.

OUR VALUES

• Run on respect. We ensure our game is based on fairness, respect and decency. 

• Embrace enjoyment. We make sure everyone finds fun in the game. 

• Build belonging. We actively include so everyone can find a place in the game. 

• Progress with purpose. We stay open to change to keep the game moving forward. 

YOU’LL LOVE THIS JOB IF

• You enjoy work which requires a keen attention to detail.

• You are organised, with a methodical approach to completing tasks

• You thrive in a busy, challenging environment.

• You enjoy interacting with people in and around the business and developing strong working relationships. 

• You have a desire to develop a career in Procurement, show you are proven self-starter, and strive to demonstrate flexibility and creativity in a fast-paced environment

YOU’LL BE DOING

• Collaborating across key internal and external stakeholders to ensure the procurement process is fully understood and integrated. 

• Conducting detailed analysis of internal requirements, analysis of external suppliers, including costs and markets. 

• Supporting the EDI and sustainable procurement strategy 

• Implementing and managing regular progress meetings with functional areas to track activities, milestones, risks, and issues. 

• Identifying cost savings opportunities 

• Maintaining the supply chain analytical tool 

• Consolidating the supplier portfolio 

• Creating and preparing project documentation, including procurement documentation (NDA, ITT.) 

• Creating category analysis for specific spend categories and vendors. 

• Assisting the Head of Procurement on the day-to-day activities 

• Monitoring data management to keep accurate product, contract, & costs saving 

YOU’LL HAVE

• First hand experience in procurement and data management

• An understanding of how to establish, maintain, and positively leverage effective stakeholder relationships.

• Understand the end to end procurement cycle, value chain, cost breakdown, and can initiate cost saving opportunities

• Experience in multi-tasking and time-management skills in a fast-paced environment

• CIPS accreditation or working towards qualification (desirable)

YOU’LL RECEIVE

• Competitive salary

• Holiday - 25 days a year

• Volunteering – 2 days a year

• Pension - Non-contributory pension

• Private medical insurance

• Employee health cash-back plan

• Long-term sickness insurance

• Life assurance - four times your annual basic salary

• Enhanced family leave and pay

• OpenBlend - an innovative coaching and performance management tool

• People Academy - a range of programmes and initiatives to help you develop and reach your potential

• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential access to expert services including counselling, wellbeing, and independent legal and financial advice

• 30% Castore discount

• Cycle 2 Work Scheme

• Season ticket loan

• Preferential access to tickets to England and The Hundred games

• Opportunities to be a part of and be involved in our Employee Resource groups: Women in Cricket Employee Network, Race in Cricket Employee Network, Social Equality in Cricket Employee Network, Cricketability Employee Network (formerly called the Disability in Cricket Employee Network) and LGBTQ+ Community in Cricket Employee Network