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Job Title Logistics Coordinator / Supply Chain Administrator Location Guildford, Surrey Job Number 122253487 Posted 25/05/2012 (17:30) Agency/Employer Project People Description Logistics Coordinator / Supply Chain Administrator A Logistics Coordinator / Supply Chain Administrator is required for a large company based in the Guildford area. The Logistics Coordinator / Supply Chain Administrator will be on an ongoing contract and is looking for someone to be involved with - Processing orders - Raising invoices on SAP - Track delivery timescales - Inform departments of deliveries The role will require an individual who has SAP experience. If this role is of interest please send your details People Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Job Type Contract Contract Length N/A Start Date Contact Details

Job Title Logistics Coordinator Location Guildford, Surrey Job Number 122253448 Posted 25/05/2012 (14:34) Agency/Employer Project People Description Logistics Coordinator - Contract - Guildford!! Logistics Coordinator is required for long term contract work on behalf of a leading communications company located in Guildford (on site parking). As Logistics Coordinator you will be reporting into the Logistics Manager and will be responsible for coordinating and facilitating the ordering and provisioning of equipment and services to support various projects. You will be reviewing the levels of stock on each project and assessing how much they need. Responsibilities: - Check and validate requests for equipment - Stock control - Place orders/reservations on SAP, ensure PO's are issued within SLA timescales - Manage asset transfers between projects/teams - Ensure deliveries reach the correct address and on time - Monthly reporting on performance Skills and Knowledge we are looking for: - Ability to work in a team and also under own initiative - Good standard of reporting - Worked in a similar position - within stock control / logistics - Driving license and car - as you will need to conduct a stock audit on site If you are interested in this contract assignment please submit your CV on-line or email direct Project People Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Job Type Contract Contract Length Ongoing Start Date ASAP Contact Details

Job Title VB & .NET Developer Location Berkshire Job Number 125144384 Posted 25/05/2012 (13:50) Agency/Employer Project People Description VB and .NET Developer Global Telecoms organisation in Berkshire are looking to Recruit a VB and .NET Developer to develop applications used by OSS teams. As a VB and .NET Developer will assist the development of Transmission tools, radio planning tools and network inventory tools. You will provide support within the development of OSS tools as a VB and .NET Developer. Your responsibilities as a VB and .NET Developer will encompass the following: *Analysing requirements and transforming into solutions. *Providing validation to such solution designs. *Create and conduct test plans of delivered solutions. *Ensure any impacts or changes are recorded and communicated. You will demonstrate the following skills as a VB and .NET Developer within this organisation: *Understanding of Telecoms OSS Tools *Understanding of Telecoms engineering applications *Hands on expertise with VBA, .NET. *Industry understanding of Transmission, Radio Networks and Planning. If you feel you would success as a VB and .NET Developer then please send your CV VB and .NET Developer OSS/VBA/Develop/Applications OSS/VBA/Develop/Applications OSS/VBA/Develop/Applications Project People Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Job Type Contract Contract Length N/A Start Date Contact Details

Job Title PA Location Reading, Berkshire Job Number 126245661 Posted 25/05/2012 (08:46) Agency/Employer Project People Description High Level PA require for Maternity Cover in Reading Town Centre - Start 11th June!! PA - This is a fantastic opportunity to support a 'Head of Operations' within in large global company in Reading town centre. We are looking for an outstanding PA to support the 'Head of Operations' in day to day diary & email management, arranging internal and external meetings, travel arrangements and organising events and catering for customer meetings. Additional responsibilities will include: - Collate weekly reports from Direct Reports - SAP Entry - Chase for approvals - Raise and approve E-forms for payroll & HRMS admin - Collate monthly reports - Collate agendas for meetings Skills we are looking for: - Advanced PowerPoint - Advanced Outlook - Intermediate Word - Strong Excel - reports, spreadsheets, pivot tables - SAP - Desirable - Support to Senior Level - Ideally from large or corporate background - Highly organised - Proactive - Detail orientated - Customer focused - Excellent people skills - Fantastic communication skills - Flexible If you are interested in this maternity cover please submit your CV on-line Project People Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Job Type Contract Contract Length Maternity Cover Start Date 11th June Contact Details

Job Title Team Administrator Location Reading, Berkshire Job Number 126245651 Posted 24/05/2012 (18:00) Agency/Employer Project People Description Team Administrator An exciting opportunity exists for a Team Administrator to join a leading telecommunications company in Berkshire. As Team Administrator your responsibilities will be; - daily coordination with Line Managers - assist in ensuring the organisation chart and distribution lists are kept up to date - group travel requests / weekend working requests and send to PA / Dept Admin - maintain annual leave records for the teams you support - provide complex administrative support to the teams you support - recruitment for the teams you support; set up interviews, liaise with outsourcing and recruitment, prepare induction papers for new starters - review and analysis of weekly and monthly time reporting using SAP - support for management and staff with time reporting issues - handle general office management or administrative issues - provide support for PA / Dept Admin - handle and distribute information within the units - contributions to, and where applicable, administration of relevant meetings - all other ad hoc duties as required The key skills required for this Team Administrator role are; - demonstrable organisational, communication and interpersonal skills - proven ability to work within a large organisation and to deadlines - discernible MS Office skills All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. If you are interested in this role as Team Administrator please contact team administrator Project People Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Job Type Permanent Contract Length N/A Start Date Contact Details

Job Title PA to Head of Operations Location Reading, Berkshire Job Number 126245568 Posted 24/05/2012 (12:17) Agency/Employer Project People Description PA to Head of Operations An exciting opportunity exists for a PA to Head of Operations to join a leading telecommunications company in Berkshire! As PA to Head of Operations your responsibilities will be; On a daily basis; - diary and e mail management - arranging internal and external meetings - reminder of outstanding management actions, previous meeting and when meetings require prep in advance - updating tasks on what you are doing and when completed On a weekly basis; - collate weekly report from direct reports and send on to Regional Manager and Leadership Team - SAP Entry - Chase and approval for Heads of Operations SAP - raise and approve purchase orders and E-forms for payroll and HR administration system - check and approve expenses - check, book and approve international travel - book taxis - loading documents onto internal intranet - booking parking for visitors when needed On a monthly / quarterly basis; - collate monthly report from direct reports and send on to Regional Manager and Leadership Team - collate agenda and slide pack for Head of Operations Team - chase up actions from previous management meetings - input and submit mileage and expenses amending anything that is needed - assist with new starter - organising events for customers and organising catering for customer meetings - customer reference visits, support and organise The key skills that are required for this role as PA to Head of Operations are; - proven background in supporting a Senior Director in a large corporate or global company - discernible communication and people skills - demonstrable ability with MS Office All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. If you are interested in this role as PA to Head of Operations please contact PA / diary and e mail management / meetings / reporting / travel / MS Office PA / diary and e mail management / meetings / reporting / travel / MS Office PA / diary and e mail management / meetings / reporting / travel / MS OfficeProject People Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Job Type Permanent Contract Length N/A Start Date Contact Details

Job Title Project Support Professional Location Guildford, Surrey Job Number 125144365 Posted 23/05/2012 (17:53) Agency/Employer Project People Description Project Support Professional - Permanent Position - Guildford City Centre We are currently recruiting for a Project Support Professional (PSP) on behalf of a global company within the communications industry. This is a permanent position based in large offices in Guildford - with on site parking. As Project Support Professional (PSP) you will be supporting the Project Manager, Service Delivery Manager, COO and Account Supply and you will be responsible for financial project/contract related matters. Other tasks may include: - Monitor and maintain project structures - Ensure and verify documentation - Check planned and actual costs prior to revenue recognition - Support with financial project/contract reporting including CCL/CPL reporting - Support with project/contract performance analysis and identify/correct errors - Secure correct financial reporting - Support with project closure activities - Support with SOX related activities - Active cooperation with Finance, to ensure correct project/contract financial reporting during month end closing Skills we are looking for: - Good understanding of financial systems (SAP/ONE and Business Warehouse) - Excellent Excel skills - Knowledge of Project Management (PMI/PROPS-C) is an advantage We are looking for someone who has worked in a similar role before (project coordinator/support), who wants to progress into this area. Ideally you will be studying for a finance qualification (AAT, CIMA, ACCA), you will have excellent interpersonal skills Please submit your CV on-lineProject People Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Job Type Permanent Contract Length N/A Start Date ASAP Contact Details

Job Title Communications Strategy Manager Location Maidenhead, Berkshire Job Number 129160424 Posted 23/05/2012 (17:13) Agency/Employer Project People Description Communications Strategy Manager - Berkshire - 3 months My client, a leading blue chip technology company based in Berkshire is seeking a Communications Strategy manager for a 3 month initial contract. The Communications Strategy Manager will lead the development of the communications strategy and plan for the company and in doing so ensure that all their efforts effectively support the development of their brand strategy and achievement of their commercial objectives. *Leading the development of the overall communication strategy with their key agencies and owning their communications plan for the year to deliver against that strategy. *Working with the brand, insights and strategy teams to ensure that the communications strategy is based on relevant consumer insights and supports the brand strategy. *Working with internal teams and agencies to ensure they are set up to learn from their previous communications activity as well as competitor communications and other best in class communications from outside of the industry. *Working closely with the brand, propositions and customer strategy teams to agree the potential initiatives and subsequent props briefs to support the communication plan. *Brief their strategy to the comms teams across their key channels, working with those teams to agree their role within the strategy. Ensuring that the channels continue to support the strategy throughout the year. *Create the framework objectives for the overall plan with the research team and continually review activity delivered against the plan to ensure that they are on track to achieve their overall communications objectives. *Accountable for the overall Marcoms budget and allocating specific budgets to campaigns/projects. Ensuring effective use across the year in support of the brand strategy. If this role is of interest and you have the required background in Marketing and Communications strategy development within a Technology company, please apply with an up to date CV. David Osborne Project People 0118 928 55 50 Marketing Marketing Marketing Marketing Marketing Marketing Marketing Marketing Marketing Communications Communications Communications Communications Communications Communications Communications Communications Communications Communications Communications Strategy Strategy Strategy Strategy Strategy Strategy Strategy Strategy Project People Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Job Type Contract Contract Length 3 months+ Start Date ASAP Contact Details

Job Title Online Insights Analyst Location Berkshire Job Number 125144361 Posted 23/05/2012 (16:01) Agency/Employer Project People Description A well-known telecoms company is looking to recruit an Online Insight Analyst to be based in the Maidenhead area. The Online Insight Analyst role is all about improving business performance through data analytics and insight. You will be expected to use your analytics skills to come up with actionable insights to improve performance across a range of areas including commercial and Support performance. You will also contribute to creating a culture where accurate information is delivered in innovative and easy to understand ways that give a demonstrable improvement to performance. As the Online Insight Analyst, your key responsibilities will be: *Using all available data sources to pull together clear and actionable insight that improves performance. *Making clear recommendations for performance improvements in both the commercial and Support Performance areas. *Ensuring that the business has access to accurate and up-to-date reporting, which you will also be required to maintain. *Taking responsibility for driving through the actions with key stakeholders and then measuring the impact after go-live with recommendations for further optimisation. *Sharing your output with other insight areas of the business, and helping to create a joined up insight culture wherever you can. *Taking responsibility for improving the tools you use on a daily basis, including web analytics and testing. *Taking a pro-active stance on using a test and learn approach to demonstrate the value of data over opinion. The ideal Online Insight Analyst will have the following key skills: *Demonstrable ability of ensuring that presentations are accurate, informative and clear. *A good knowledge of web analytical tools such as Adobe Omniture SiteCatalyst, Google analytics etc. or a willingness to learn to use these tools. *A good knowledge of Excel and being comfortable manipulating large quantities of data. *The ability to explain recommendations clearly and simply to a wide range of different stakeholders *The ability to make decisions based on insight, and take responsibility for them *Being comfortable with challenging existing procedures *Previous knowledge of a telecoms environment *Knowledge of Microstrategy business intelligence tool or the willingness to learn how to use it. If you would like to apply for Online Insight Analyst role, please send a copy of your CV Project People Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Job Type Contract Contract Length N/A Start Date ASAP Contact Details

Job Title Web Developer Location Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire Job Number 113604963 Posted 23/05/2012 (13:10) Agency/Employer Project People Description Web Developer An opportunity exists for a Web Developer to join a leading telecommunications company in Hertfordshire. As Web Developer your responsibilities will be; - provide Software Development skills and expertise on various new and existing projects - deliver fast and effective tool support to projects falling behind commitment and in danger of failing - provide resolutions and continual improvement to support projects through lifecycle Key skills required for this role as Web Developer are a demonstrable background of; - .NET Framework 1.1, 2.0, 3.5, 4.0 - VB.NET - ASP.NET - ADO.NET - Web Services - Windows Forms - MS SQL Server - Transact SQL - DTS - SSIS - HTML - DHTML - Javascript - Source Control - FTP - VBS / VBScript - Team Working - Project Focused Development - Business Focused Development - Understanding Requirements - Understanding Deliverables / Deliverable Priorities - Understanding MSSQL - Soft System Methodology All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. If you are interested in this role as Web Developer please contact Project People Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Job Type Permanent Contract Length N/A Start Date Contact Details

Job Title HR Advisor Location Reading, Berkshire Job Number 123225288 Posted 23/05/2012 (11:58) Agency/Employer Project People Description HR Advisor An opportunity exists for an HR Advisor to join a leading telecommunications company in Berkshire. As HR Advisor your responsibilities will be; - proactively partner colleagues including first and middle management of the customer group - support managers using performance management processes as appropriate - informal coaching - disciplinary processes and responding to grievances - administer monthly payroll information - administer people related paperwork (including any changes to pay and working hours) - conduct exit interviews - provide forecast on data on business requirements - review and analysis of data to understand reasons, trends and forecasts - manage the leaver process The key skills required for this role as HR Advisor are; - proven background in achieving team goals - discernible ability to focus on achieving results against timescales and to drive success during challenging times - demonstrable working knowledge of HR in an operational setting All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. If you are interested in this role as HR Advisor please contact HR Advisor / coaching / disciplinary / grievance / exit interview / forecast / leaver process / payroll information HR Advisor / coaching / disciplinary / grievance / exit interview / forecast / leaver process / payroll information HR Advisor / coaching / disciplinary / grievance / exit interview / forecast / leaver process / payroll informationProject People Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Job Type Permanent Contract Length N/A Start Date Contact Details

Job Title HR Advisor / Human Resources Location Reading, Berkshire Job Number 123225280 Posted 23/05/2012 (10:10) Agency/Employer Project People Description HR Advisor / Human Resources A leading telecoms company requires an HR Advisor / Human Resources to join their team based in the Reading area. The role is an ongoing contract position and will be responsible for the following tasks - Support Managers using performance management processes, and providing guidance on appraisals and improvement plans - Administer monthly payroll information - Administer people related paperwork - Conduct exit interviews - Implement policies across the business - Run workshops - Forecast data for business requirements This position will be supporting the field operations area of the business therefore the client requires someone from a telecoms or engineering background, Strong communication skills are vital for relationship building across the organisation, If this role sounds of interest please send your details Project People Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Job Type Contract Contract Length N/A Start Date ASAP Contact Details

Job Title Communications Strategy Manager Location Maidenhead, Berkshire Job Number 129160363 Posted 22/05/2012 (18:04) Agency/Employer Project People Description My client, a Market Leading Telecoms Company, is currently looking for a Communications Strategy Manager to lead the development of the communications strategy plan for the company and in turn ensure that all efforts are geared towards support of the brand strategy and achievement of commercial objectives. Additional responsibilities of the role include: - Close working relations with a number of internal teams including insight, brand and propositions in order to develop a communications strategy and rolling communications plan - Influencing other communication channels across the business. - Leading the development of communication strategy with key agencies Working with internal teams as well as agencies to ensure a successful set-up to learn from previous communications activity as well as competitor communications - Creation of framework objectives for the overall plan with the research team and continually review activity delivered against the plan to ensure the company is on track to achieve the overall communications objective - Budget responsibility Successful candidates will be expected to be able to demonstrate: - Strategic thinking - A proven understanding of communications/Marketing - Ability to structure strategy in a presentable, logical format with supporting insight - Demonstrable background delivering communications activity across a range of disciplines and channels with the ability to judge relative effectiveness of different communications channels To apply for this position please send an updated CV People Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Job Type Contract Contract Length 3 Months Start Date ASAP Contact Details

Job Title Business Governance Controller Location Reading, Berkshire Job Number 125144339 Posted 22/05/2012 (12:31) Agency/Employer Project People Description Business Governance Controller An opportunity exists for a Business Governance Controller to join a leading telecommunications company in Berkshire. As Business Governance Controller your responsibilities will be; - set up mechanisms to ensure projects are instigated by the application of a consistent methodology and approach from business case definition through to project completion from a cost and scope perspective - contribute to auditing of inflight projects to ensure they are delivering best in class financial performance. Derive metrics and monitoring mechanisms to ensure projects are delivering to committed time cast and quality - work closely with Delivery Assurance to ensure all mechanisms and corrective actions are in place to ensure all projects are managed to scope and cost - manage Network Deployment costs to ensure entire area in operating with best in class efficiency including accuracy of time allocation Key skills required for this role as Business Governance Controller; - discernible understanding of mobile networks and worked within a Managed Services environment and involvement in set up and delivery of a broad range of network projects - demonstrable track record in the setting and delivery of mobile network related projects that have delivered to scope and cost - proven background in financial management of project initiatives - demonstrable ability to influence and persuade at all levels, thinking on feet to make sure desired outcomes are achieved All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. If you are interested in the role as Business Governance Controller please contact business governance controller / cost / scope / mobile network / project business governance controller / cost / scope / mobile network / project business governance controller / cost / scope / mobile network / project Project People Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Job Type Permanent Contract Length N/A Start Date Contact Details

Job Title Data Transformation Developer Location Berkshire Job Number 113604581 Posted 22/05/2012 (10:47) Agency/Employer Project People Description A market leading telecoms company based in Berkshire is looking for a skilled Data Transformation Developer to work for them on a 3month rolling contract. Key Responsibilities: Ongoing development of an in-house bulk XML parsing and DB loading solution. Maintenance and development of a in-house file transfer and basic transformation solution. General process automation development Key Skills: Oo Perl scripting background is essential Bulk XML parsing and generation SQL background DBA skills C skills Basic Internet Protocol skills Please send your CV Data Transformation Developer Data Transformation Developer Data Transformation Developer Data Transformation Developer Data Transformation Developer Data Transformation Developer Data Transformation Developer Data Transformation Developer Data Transformation Developer Project People Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Job Type Contract Contract Length 3 months + Start Date ASAP Contact Details

Job Title Billing Complaints Manager Location Berkshire Job Number 125144335 Posted 22/05/2012 (10:26) Agency/Employer Project People Description A leading telecoms company is currently looking for a Billing Complaints Manager to be based in the Berkshire area. As the Billing Complaints Manager, you will be required to manage activities to achieve reduction of billing complaints as per agreed targets, and to address customer pain points to achieve improved customers satisfaction. The role will include a high degree of cross-functional work across the business, including Marketing teams, Sales channel teams, Contact Centre teams, Online teams, and Billing teams. You will be required to liaise with the Continuous Improvement Team to ensure that the relevant billing activities and associated KPI targets are embedded into the overall Complaints Programme. As the Billing Complaints Manager, your key responsibilities will be: *Providing Business Ownership for addressing customer pain points for billing, and the activities that are required to achieve the defined KPIs. This includes managing a cross-functional team. *Planning, tracking and execution of activities and initiatives within direct scope of the project. In order to achieve business improvements, it will be necessary to influence business stakeholders throughout the business. *Engaging with stakeholders that are delivering in-flight activities that are expected to have an impact on customer satisfaction for billing. This includes making sure the project is aware of status, progress and risks for these activities, and also to establish expected benefits for these activities related to billing customer satisfaction. A key interface is with the Continuous Improvement Team to support the overall business owner for the Complaint Programme. *Defining and tracking KPIs and other related targets. *Managing the delivery of agreed project initiatives in line with the Complaints Programme and Company Plan objectives and associated timescales. *Conducting analysis of complaints data, Pulse data and other relevant data sources and developing corresponding action plans. The ideal Billing Complaints Manager will have the following key skills: *The ability to understand customer pain points and dissatisfiers for billing, understanding the root cause, and establishing cross-functional plans to address these *Prior working knowledge of delivering results through cross-functional teams *A history of working within a structured project environment *Excellent communications skills and the ability to present coherent, concise and compelling recommendations to drive business improvements. *An understanding of billing call drivers *The ability to get 'up to speed' quickly with the current work *Prior working knowledge of the telecoms industry If you would like to apply for this position, please send a copy of your CV Billing Complaints / Business Analyst / Project Manager Billing Complaints / Business Analyst / Project Manager Billing Complaints / Business Analyst / Project Manager Project People Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Job Type Contract Contract Length N/A Start Date ASAP Contact Details

Job Title IT Solutions Test Lead Location Berkshire Job Number 113604444 Posted 21/05/2012 (17:44) Agency/Employer Project People Description A Global Telecoms Organisation are looking to recruit an IT Solutions Testing Tech Lead for E2E testing across all IT delivered solutions. As an IT Solutions Testing Tech Lead you will be subject matter expert in all testing activities and be required to provide the expertise to coach and develop the IT Solutions Testing Team. A successful IT Solutions Testing Tech Lead will posses a track record of delivering Test activities within areas such as: BSS, CRM and OSS Integrated IT Applications, Performance and Automation testing and E2E Integration Testing. As an IT Solutions Testing Tech Lead you will be required to: *Provide expertise to all testing teams and peers *Coach and develop testing teams *Monitor all costs and resources to ensure delivery within timescales. *Escalate potential problems ans challenges to ensure solutions can be implemented. Competencies expected to be demonstrated by a successful IT Solutions Testing Tech Lead are: *Background within a Telco environment *Understanding of hands-on E2E Test life cycles *Knowledge of IT, Core, Radio and Transmission development *Expertise of current testing products and tools. If you would like to apply for this position please send your CV People Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Job Type Contract Contract Length 6 Months + Start Date ASAP Contact Details

Job Title Field Technician Location England, UK Job Number 125144330 Posted 21/05/2012 (17:08) Agency/Employer Project People Description Field Engineers Global Telecommunications Organisation are seeking dynamic Field Engineers across the UK. As a Field Engineer for a Global Telco Organisation you will be aiming to achieve first time resolutions to maintain SLA's As a Field Engineer you will be required to travel within your selected Geographical Region and actively maintain Base Site's. As a Field Engineer you will have the following skills: *Familiar with the Installation, commissioning, integration and ongoing maintenance of Nokia 2G & 3G Transmission / Antenna kit *Familiar with the Installation, commissioning, integration and ongoing maintenance of Nokia 2G & 3G Transmission / Antenna kit *Previous roles observing working at heights and tower rescue. If you wish to apply for the role of Field Engineer then please send your CV Field Engineer Nokia/Maintain/Installation Project People Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Job Type Contract Contract Length N/A Start Date Contact Details

Job Title PA / Personal Assistant / Administrator Location Amersham, Buckinghamshire Job Number 126245179 Posted 21/05/2012 (16:32) Agency/Employer Project People Description PA / Personal Assistant / Administrator A PA / Personal Assistant / Administrator is required for a short term assignment based in Amersham. The role will be covering holiday leave and will involved with - Diary management - Filing - Basic Admin If this role sounds of interest please send your details People Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Job Type Temporary Contract Length N/A Start Date ASAP Contact Details

Job Title Planning Support / Procurement Analyst Location Berkshire Job Number 125144317 Posted 21/05/2012 (11:41) Agency/Employer Project People Description A leading telecoms company is currently recruiting for a Planning Support / Procurement analyst to be based in the Berkshire area. As the Planning Support, you will be responsible for managing all planning management documentation and processes on behalf of the Procurement and Contract management team. You will ensure that the team match the standards and practices recognised elsewhere in the business and that of recognised external bodies. You will also be instrumental in ensuring the team has up to date plans predicting the demands for procurement and contract management resource. As the Planning Support, your key responsibilities will be: *To collect, collate, store safely and manage the team's suite of plans and ensure plans remain representative of latest developments in workload and resource commitments. *To conduct assessments of adherence to good practice and implement education and remedial actions to address shortcomings. *To provide subject matter expert input and coaching on all aspects of planning in support of the procurement and contract management team and its work. *To provide input from a planning and risk management perspective in the formulation of investment ideas and production of business cases identifying risks, routes to market, potential costs and opportunities for exploitation. *To engage with relevant parts of the business (particularly the PMO) to assess their needs for procurement and contract management support and influence the thinking to minimise risk exposure during the all phases of a business lifecycle. *To support those leading negotiations with suppliers to achieve a contracted solution that meets the expectations of business stakeholders by ensuring plans are in place and relevant risks have been identified and are being managed appropriately. *To develop and maintain a series of tools and processes to provide a consistent approach and method in the way in which procurement and contract management plans, risks and issues are collected, processed, stored and communicated. *To analyse problems affecting or involving multiple parties, coordinate the effort to determine swiftly and accurately the root causes and then implement appropriate remedial binding actions to address the problems. *To act as a role model for good practice planning and risk and issue management; coaching the other members of the procurement and contract management staff in the development and application of good risk and issue management and planning practice. The ideal Planning Support will have the following key skills: *Prior working knowledge of compiling and maintaining multiple, integrated or inter-related plans which show dependencies between tasks, intelligent logic and work breakdown, resource commitments and earliest and latest start/finish constraints. *Knowledge of identifying, categorising, analysing, recording, tracking and presenting risks and issues with regard to procurement and / or project delivery situations. *Strong organisation skills, will demonstrate logical and methodical behaviour with a focus on attention to detail and accuracy. *A thorough understanding of Microsoft Office, and a history of using it in a professional sense with a particular emphasis on MS Project. *The ability to explain complex or detailed concepts rationally with facts, figures and other supporting evidence and convince parties with differing views of an agreed way forward. *A formal qualification in risk management or a prior working knowledge of risk management principles. *A history of operating or managing in the procurement, contract management or vendor management fields. If you would like to apply for the Planning Support position, please send your CV Planning Support / Procurement Analyst Planning Support / Procurement Analyst Planning Support / Procurement Analyst Project People Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Job Type Contract Contract Length N/A Start Date ASAP Contact Details

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