Capital Projects Procurement Lead (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Guildford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading airport as a Senior Procurement Manager, where you'll lead capital procurement for complex construction projects. This role offers the chance to shape the future of air travel with a focus on sustainability and innovation. Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits including performance bonuses and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

5% Welcome bonus

Performance-based bonus scheme

Discounts at high street shops and restaurants

Life and disability insurance

Professional development opportunities

Free holiday parking

Discounted travel schemes

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in capital procurement and contract management.
• Deep procurement lifecycle knowledge with excellent negotiation skills.
• Collaborative leadership style, capable of fostering an inclusive team culture.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Capital Programmes Supply Chain Strategy.
• Approve procurement strategies and oversee compliance with standards.
• Engage with and manage ~100 suppliers, driving value and efficiency.

Skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder Management

Leadership

Risk Management

Procurement Lifecycle Knowledge

Education

Degree in a commercial or construction-related field

Professional qualification such as RICS or IACCM

Certifications like APM, Prince2, Lean

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Capital Projects Procurement Lead (Hiring Immediately), Guildford

Client:

Gatwick Airport Limited

Location:

Guildford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

23.05.2025

Expiry Date:

07.07.2025

Job Description:

Join the UK's second-largest airport and help shape the future of air travel. London Gatwick is looking for a Senior Procurement Manager to play a pivotal role in implementing our ambitious infrastructure investment plan. As the world's most efficient single-runway airport, we're committed to innovation, sustainability, and performance—this is your chance to be part of it.

As Senior Procurement Manager, you will lead and develop our approach to capital procurement across high-value, complex construction programmes. You'll drive excellence in safety, cost-effectiveness, quality, and sustainability, supporting transformative projects that enhance passenger experience and operational capacity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the Capital Programmes Supply Chain Strategy (SCS) aligned with investment plans and business goals.
• Approve procurement strategies and tender award recommendations for multiple construction projects.
• Oversee procurement processes at project and programme levels, ensuring compliance with standards.
• Engage with and manage ~100 suppliers, overseeing risk, communication, and performance.
• Lead framework procurement and negotiations, establishing clear responsibilities and controls.
• Promote best practices in procurement, driving value, efficiency, and risk management.
• Build and lead a high-performing, inclusive procurement team.
• Ensure compliance with NEC4 contracts, RIBA project lifecycle, and Gatwick's standards.

What We're Looking For:

• Degree or equivalent in a commercial or construction-related field.
• Professional qualification such as RICS or IACCM; additional certifications like APM, Prince2, Lean are desirable.
• Leadership experience in capital procurement and contract management on large infrastructure projects.
• Deep procurement lifecycle knowledge with excellent negotiation and stakeholder skills.
• Strong understanding of NEC4 contract forms and procurement of various services and construction.
• Proven track record in delivering complex procurements in regulated environments.
• Collaborative leadership style, capable of coaching and fostering an inclusive team culture.

What's in it for you?

Our employees find working here unique and rewarding, with daily challenges other airports only dream of. Alongside a competitive salary, benefits include:

• 5% Welcome bonus
• Performance-based bonus scheme
• Discounts at high street shops and restaurants
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development opportunities
• Free holiday parking
• Discounted travel schemes
• Free on-site parking

What it's like to work at London Gatwick?

At Gatwick, our people are our greatest asset. We foster an environment where everyone can thrive, feel included, and have their voice heard. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, aiming to create a workplace where everyone belongs.

Learn more about working at Gatwick on our dedicated careers site: Construction Careers | London Gatwick Airport

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact us directly.

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