Value for Money and ESG Officer

Value for money and ESG Officer We are currently looking for a Value for Money and ESG officer to join The Sovini Group. Fully committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion; we promote a positive culture of valuing and celebrating diversity and accepting and including people regardless of their personal characteristics or circumstances. Whoever you are, you can expect to be treated fairly, with respect and free from discrimination. If you have got the talent, the potential, the drive and determination there is a place for you at The Sovini Group. This position is a permanent opportunity As a Value for Money and ESG officer you will be expected to: Develop and support a VFM and ESG culture across the group, supporting and reviewing its strategy and objectives in place. Compile monthly and quarterly VFM and ESG reports. This includes board and regulatory reports in collaboration with key members of finance, governance, procurement, performance and other areas of the business. Monitor and record tangible and non-tangible outputs and measures of VFM, ESG, strategy & sustainability goals and objectives. Complete regular benchmarking exercises to assess ESG and VFM performance. Record and produced Social Value activity Reports via HACT and TOMs portal biannual and annual for all group members Identify regulator/ legislative changes to value for money, social value and ESG for both public and private sector procurement Ensure and maintain compliance to Value for money, ESG, procurement and other associated strategies, policies, regulations, standards and guidelines. Update, maintain and developing key systems and data reports, as well as identifying new data sources in line with ESG, VFM and social value Record and produced social value activity reports via HACT and TOMs portal biannual and annual Highlight and communicate emerging ESG and VFM risks and trends to Director of Value Creation and Senior Leaders. Support Director of Value Creation and the Procurement Team on additional activities identified as part of VFM and ESG. Support inputting ideas on Website page design and communication of VFM, Social value, ESG, modern slavery topics to external stakeholders in collaboration with Marketing Support and develop integrated supply chain across the group to maximise financial and non-financial efficiencies Design and deliver training programmes conveying ESG and VFM practices internally. Support and develop integrated supply chain across the group to maximise financial and non-financial efficiencies Work Closely with external partners to understand customer needs/future trends and has a broad awareness of competitors, like minded organisation and external factors. Actively build and maintain supplier relationships to increase efficiency and communication along with continuous improvement. Comply with the relevant specifications, health and safety policy provisions and SLAs. Actively drive change as and when required to improve results and efficiency. Commit to equality and diversity and to promote non-discriminatory practices in all aspects of work undertaken. Adhere with the Health and Safety at Work Act to take reasonable care of own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts and omissions. Support the Group Strategy and associated strategies to the role This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list but to indicate the main responsibilities of the post. It will be reviewed periodically to consider changes and developments in service requirements. To be successful in a Value for Money and ESG officer role, the skills you will need : Current Driving Licence and access to a vehicle Experience with a large Provider or complex organisation Good working knowledge of value for money, social value, CSR, ESG and stakeholder performance management requirements Financial and non-financial analytical skill sets and dealing with large datasets Ability to use own initiative Ability to create reports for multiple stakeholders for board members, executive management team and senior leaders Office administrator experience with ESG, VFM, social value and/ or procurement background Ability to communicate effectively, with strong verbal and written communication skills, including ability to write concise and accurate reports with ability to communicate across multiple channels including Microsoft Teams, Face to Face and Email Ability to consult with stakeholders and customers Ability to analyse and think laterally, appraise and produce cost, management and statistical information, summarising key points / recommendations to Boards, Committees, EMTs Ability to prioritise work and adhere to strict deadlines and targets Ability to be flexible and adaptive to change, influencing cultural /organisational change and challenging norms Innovative thinking, identifying ways to improve efficiency and effectiveness and eliminate waste Ability to learn and grasp the changing nature of legislation in the ESG, social value and VFM environment Experience in implementing, leading and driving change Excellent communication skills, able to communicate across multiple channels including Microsoft Teams, Face to Face and Email To demonstrate The Sovini Groups values in your day-to-day job role Success, Passion, Authenticity, Courage, Enterprise Experience or Knowledge of the below would be advantageous but not essential: CIPS qualified - ideally level 4 or above Member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Qualification in sustainability, social value or related field. Experience of Value for Money and ESG activities and functions including: Risk management Supply chain management Social Value Spend analysis Carbon Neutral Reductions Energy Efficiency ESG reporting So, if you are looking for a Value for Money and ESG officer role with: Competitive salary - £35,175.00 Hours 36 per week (Monday-Friday). Agile working 28 days holiday increasing with service. Cycle 2 Work Scheme. Group personal pension scheme. Life Assurance. Career development opportunities. Corporate discount scheme. Staff well-being and feel-good programme. Apply online via our website today Please note we do not accept approaches from recruitment agencies and only applications made via our website will be accepted. Closing date 27 th January 2025 Please note that shortlisting may take place prior to the advert closing, if a high volume of suitable applicants has applied, the advert may close early. Please do not hesitate to submit your application. ADZN1_UKTJ

Location: Netherton, GB

Posted Date: 1/16/2025