Assistant Procurement Manager

Maxim Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-disciplinary consultancy in Birmingham is hiring an Assistant Procurement Manager. The role involves delivering strategic procurement services, managing significant construction projects, and providing expert procurement advice. The position offers a competitive salary alongside a generous benefits package, including health insurance, life insurance, and a car allowance, within a diverse and dynamic team.

Benefits

Generous salary

Car allowance

25 days holiday plus 8 days

Pension with up to 5% matched contributions

Health and medical insurance

Life insurance

Personal accident cover

Qualifications

• Experience with various construction contracts, mainly NEC.
• Experience in major construction projects (preferred).
• Rail sector experience with procurement capacity (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Provide clients with procurement advice on important projects.
• Manage procurement services from start to finish on large-scale construction projects.
• Assist in proposal documentation and bid preparation.

Skills

Supply chain expertise

Excellent communication skills

Ability to develop strategy

Confidence and ability to work independently

Education

A degree in quantity surveying, law, or procurement

Membership of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (MCIPS)

Tools

e-procurement software

Job description

A fantastic Assistant Procurement Manager job based in Birmingham offers the opportunity to work with a team of talented procurement professionals to deliver excellent strategic procurement and contract advice.

This role involves providing a full procurement service from project initiation to completion for one of our most important clients.

There will be opportunities for international and national travel to assist and manage commissions.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide clients with procurement advice on important projects
• Offer specialist advice to clients across sectors regarding procurement strategy
• Manage procurement services from start to finish on large-scale construction projects
• Support the development of the company’s services
• Provide procurement support to help achieve team goals
• Assist in proposal documentation and bid preparation

Desired Skills and Experience

• Ability to develop strategy and documentation compliant with public procurement regulations
• Supply chain expertise in the construction industry or a related sector
• Experience with various construction contracts, mainly NEC
• Rail sector experience with procurement capacity, either direct or indirect (desirable)
• Experience in tender preparation, evaluation, and management
• Proficiency with e-procurement software
• Experience in major construction projects (preferred)
• Confidence and ability to work independently
• Excellent communication skills, adaptability, and a drive for success

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• A degree in quantity surveying, law, or procurement (preferred)
• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (MCIPS) (preferred)

Employing Company Overview and Profile

This leading, multi-disciplinary consultancy in Birmingham collaborates globally on challenging projects, offering exciting career prospects for ambitious procurement professionals within a dynamic and diverse team.

Additional Benefits Package and Incentives

Generous salary
Car allowance
25 days holiday plus 8 days
Pension with up to 5% matched contributions
Health and medical insurance (including dependents)
Life insurance
Personal accident cover

Nilam Modhwadia is our specialist consultant for this position.

Contact: 0203 710 8098
Office hours: 8:30 am - 5:30 pm, Monday to Friday

Earn a £500-£1000 cash reward for successful placements.