Job Description
Procurement Lead
We are working with a leading Tier 1 contractor delivering major civils packages on a long term, high value infrastructure programme in Cumbria. They are looking to appoint a Procurement Lead to take ownership of procurement activity across multiple civils work packages. This is a senior role with real influence across the supply chain, supporting safe, compliant and cost-effective delivery in a complex, regulated environment.
The role
You will lead procurement strategy and execution across civils packages, working closely with commercial, project and delivery teams to ensure value, compliance and programme certainty.
Key responsibilities include
Leading procurement activity across multiple civils packages
Developing and implementing procurement strategies aligned to programme objectives
Managing subcontractor and supplier selection, negotiation and appointment
Working closely with commercial and project teams on cost, risk and programme
Ensuring compliance with internal governance and regulatory requirements
Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships
Supporting continuous improvement across procurement processes
About you
You will be an experienced procurement professional with a strong background in civils or infrastructure projects.
Key experience includes
Procurement leadership within civils or major infrastructure programmes
Strong subcontract and supplier negotiation experience
Understanding of regulated or complex delivery environments
Ability to work collaboratively with commercial and delivery teams
Strong commercial awareness and stakeholder management skills
You must have existing SC clearance, or be eligible and willing to undergo SC clearance, applications from those not eligible cannot be considered.
Package
Salary 70,000 plus car allowance
Permanent long term opportunity on a major infrastructure programme
Clear progression within a Tier 1 contracting environment
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