Procurement Lead
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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