Buyer

EDF Energy Limited; Stogursey; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

EDF Energy Limited is seeking a Buyer to manage procurement for the Hinkley Point C construction project. You will secure materials, equipment and services, negotiate terms, and oversee supplier performance to meet tight schedules and quality standards.

The role requires experience in regulated environments, strong negotiation and stakeholder skills, and the ability to work on site at a nuclear project. A proactive approach to risk and cost control is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Buyer or similar procurement role in heavy industry or regulated environments.
• Understanding of MEP components, materials, and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, contract management, and supplier relationship management.
• Experience in safety-critical or regulated environments (nuclear/oil & gas/utilities) is preferred.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and organisational skills.
• Proficient in procurement systems and Microsoft Office suite.
• CCNSG / HSE Operative Test may be required.

Responsibilities

• Procure materials, tools, plant, equipment and services to meet project schedules.
• Manage project procurement, including attendance at meetings and record-keeping.
• Maintain accurate purchase orders, delivery schedules and status reports.
• Monitor supplier performance, quality, delivery and cost.
• Support QA audits and cost-saving initiatives.

Skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Procurement strategy

Contract negotiation

Risk assessment

MS Office

Procurement systems

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

CIPS or equivalent procurement certification

Tools

Procurement systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Role Characteristics:

Hinkley Point C is the UK’s first new build nuclear power station in a generation that is critical to the UK NetZero targets.

All roles on the project require key behaviours which support the Zero Harm objective, a questioning attitude, and drive to uphold the standards of safety and quality required by this prestigious project. A committed strong work ethic is essential at all levels.

All candidates are expected to demonstrate their knowledge and experience where possible directly related to the criteria required for the role. It is acknowledged that previous Nuclear based experience will not always be possible, as such supporting with project research and how individual skills may be transferable will be important.

There are opportunities to put together strategic people plans within the nuclear sector, work on wider company people projects, deliver an excellent first class service to employees and ensure the administration and processes that engulf working life are implemented effectively and fairly.

Summary of Role

The Buyer will be responsible for managing the procurement of all materials, tools, plant, equipment and services required for the successful delivery of Dalkia nuclear construction projects. This role ensures timely, cost-effective, and compliant sourcing while supporting project schedules and quality standards and includes negotiation and order placement.

Strategic responsibilities

• Implement procurement controls and project strategies.
• Liaise with other sectors/regions to identify strategic opportunities across regions and coordinate
• Manage preferred subcontractor and supplier lists.
• Support national strategy to maximise category spend
• Provide advice on complex procurement activities and negotiations.
• Manage project procurement, including attendance at meetings and accurate record-keeping.

Functional responsibilities

• Support project procurement objectives and Framework agreement compliance.
• Ensure order approval processes are adhered to.
• Conduct supply chain risk assessments before order awards.
• Monitor supplier/subcontractor assessments and implement action plans.
• Maintain accurate KPI’s for projects.
• Support QA audits and research cost-saving opportunities
• Supply chain onboarding

Operational responsibilities

• Timely procurement of materials, tools, plant, equipment and services to meet project schedules.
• Manage project procurement, including attendance at meetings and accurate record-keeping.
• Accurate purchase orders, delivery schedules, and status reports.
• Monitor financial performance
• Effective management of supplier performance metrics (on-time delivery, quality compliance, cost control).
• Manage procurement technical approval process.
• Maintain strong supply chain relationships and support local business development.
• Attend SMT meetings and report procurement progress.
• Lead procurement projects from initiation to completion.
• Ensure timely procurement of materials and services to meet programmes.
• Risk assessments and mitigation plans for supply chain and procurement challenges.

Accountabilities

• Procure materials, tools, plant, equipment and services in line with project requirements and specifications.
• Ensure compliance with nuclear safety standards, regulatory requirements, and company procurement policies.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships, including negotiation of terms, contracts, and delivery schedules.
• Monitor supplier performance, including quality, delivery, and cost effectiveness.
• Collaborate with project engineers, planners, and site teams to anticipate and resolve procurement issues.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and reports for audit and compliance purposes.
• Support cost-saving initiatives and value engineering activities related to electrical procurement.

Essential Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Buyer or similar procurement role, ideally in MEP, construction or heavy industry/regulated industries.
• Understanding of MEP components, materials, and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, contract management, and supplier relationship management.
• Experience working within safety-critical or regulated environments, preferably nuclear, oil & gas, or utilities.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and organisational skills.
• Proficient in procurement systems and Microsoft Office suite.
• CCNSG / HSE Operative Test

Desirable qualifications and Experience:

• Experience working on nuclear or high-hazard construction projects.
• Familiarity with nuclear industry standards.
• Knowledge of logistics, inventory management, and vendor qualification processes.
• Professional procurement qualification (e.g., CIPS) or willingness to achieve certification.
• Experience in value engineering, cost reduction initiatives, or strategic sourcing.
• Ability to travel to supplier sites as required.

For this role you must have evidence of right to work in the UK. As a project, we do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Why Join Us?

For more than 60 years, nuclear power stations in the UK have been quietly keeping Britain fuelled with massive amounts of home‑grown energy.

Our teams up and down the country are proudly continuing to serve the nation – but they also have an eye on the future.

EDF is leading the UK’s nuclear renaissance with the construction of a new nuclear power station at Hinkley Point C and plans for a new power station at Sizewell C in Suffolk.

Nuclear power is the most reliable, low-carbon energy source currently available to the UK. EDF is playing a key role in the development of nuclear sites, while Hinkley Point C will provide low-carbon electricity to meet 7% of the UK demand. The project is already making a positive impact on the local and national economy as well as boosting skills and education.

We’re not just building new nuclear power stations. We’re developing careers, upskilling generations and creating thousands of employment and apprenticeship opportunities across a variety of skills areas.

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