ph3Responsibilities /h3 ul liSupport the Procurement Contracting Branch Head to ensure the timely, cost-effective, and quality acquisition of complex technical components, systems, IT infrastructure, engineering services, or high‑value, specialized items. /li liActively conduct sourcing, negotiation and procurement of specialized goods, equipment and technical services in support of the Centre's Program of Work. /li liCreate and review purchase orders and contracts for the Contracting Officer’s signature. /li liUnder the direction and supervision of the Contracting Officer, manage end‑to‑end Requests for Proposal (RFP), Requests for Quotation (RFQ), Invitations for Bids (IFBs) and tender processes for complex technical requirements. /li liEvaluate supplier offers based on technical proposals, quality, price, and delivery terms – in accordance with solicitation requirements. /li liLiaise closely with internal stakeholders (researchers, engineers, programme managers and technical staff) to accurately understand and translate complex technical requirements into procurement specifications. /li liConduct market research and technical analysis to stay current on industry trends, new technologies, and potential supply chain disruptions in the global technical market. /li liAssist the Branch Head in the negotiation of contracts and framework agreements with suppliers,



ensuring value for money and adherence to procurement rules and standards. /li liEnsure proper monitoring and evaluation of suppliers’ performance (quality, on‑time delivery, compliance) is conducted and recorded. /li liEnsure all procurement activities comply with the NATO Financial Regulations and the STO’s Charter and Financial Procedures, ethical procurement standards. /li liIdentify and mitigate potential risks within the technical supply chain, including geopolitical, financial, and technical obsolescence risks. /li /ul h3Requirements /h3 ul liRecent and thorough hands‑on professional experience (more than 6 years) in procurement methods and procedures involving contract solicitations, negotiations, award and closeout, preferably acquired procuring technical, scientific, engineering, IT hardware/software applying public (national or international organizations’) procurement rules. /li liDemonstrable understanding of public procurement best practices and contract law, rules and regulations. /li liCertification from a recognized procurement/contracting professional body (e.g. CIPS Level 2 or higher, DAWIA level II or higher). /li liAbility to work with minimum supervision and under pressure. /li liEnglish SLP 3333. /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

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