Many public sector procurement colleagues face the challenge of needing to secure new employment – and for many that means facing towards the private sector – perhaps for the first time.

The session brings together a number of contributions that will:

- assess the differences in style and practice between typical public and private sector procurement environments

- look at any competency gaps that people in those circumstances will need to consider bridging

- explore the realities of the current job market, what employers are looking for, and how candidates may need to sharpen their CVs accordingly

- hear a contribution from a practitioner who has successfully made the transition, and particularly on the challenges and opportunities that they have faced.

CIPS Chilterns Branch are proud to welcome John Fernau, the Head of Procurement for the Olympic Delivery Authority, to engage with us on the unique challenges faced delivering Procurement for London 2012.

John will be focusing on some of the key themes and challenges for the Olympics and Paralympics such as the requirement for sustainability and legacy. There will also be an opportunity for a question and answer session.

And where better to host the event than the birthplace of the Paralympic Games, Stoke Mandeville Stadium in Aylesbury, which is also the National Centre for Disability Sport.

Come along and hear John's insights in this unique and fitting venue.

Aims

To provide members with a real insight into Procurement for the 2012 Olympics

The South of England branch would like to invite you to their June event being held with Portsmouth University which will be an interactive event which will see competition being debated against collaboration.

The East of Scotland branch is delighted to welcome members to the webinar series hosted by Dundas & Wilson, designed to assist those members involved in negotiating or managing contracts.

This webinar will be presented by Lorna Kelly, a Senior Associate in Dundas & Wilson and will focus on the Battle of the Forms and Contract Essentials.

The Yorkshire branch would like to invite you to join them and Hays Recruitment in a discussion on careers in purchasing and supply, an overview on the industry, desirable candidate skills, good CV writing and interview techniques and how to recruit and then retain good practitioners in the industry.

Aims

This event is intended for those considering a career in Purchasing and Supply; those who are looking for a career change within the industry; employers looking for Strategic Purchasing and supply chain professionals, and, careers advisors. Providing an overview of the diversity of careers available and what purchasing professionals can offer your business.