Corporate Business Development Manager

THG; Orrell; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering and construction firm in the UK is seeking a talented Sub-Contract Procurement Manager to lead the tendering process for sub-contract services. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in managing contracts, developing procurement strategies, and negotiating terms effectively. This role requires strong knowledge of tendering procedures and the ability to manage multiple projects within budget. Join a company focused on certainty, reliability, and quality in delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing the tendering process for sub-contract services.
• Strong knowledge of tendering procedures, contract law, and procurement regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and sub-contractors while adhering to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the end-to-end tendering process for sub-contract services.
• Develop detailed procurement strategies for contractor selection.
• Negotiate contracts and terms with selected sub-contractors.
• Monitor sub-contractor performance to ensure quality standards.

Skills

Tendering process management

Contract negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Market research

Education

Qualifications in procurement or supply chain management

Job description

Are you an experienced, senior procurement professional with a strong background in tendering and sub-contract management? With a pipeline of work in the Power Sector, now is a great time to get into the sector or transfer to a long term prospect. We are looking for a talented Sub-Contract Procurement Manager to join our team and lead the process for sub-contract services.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the end-to-end tendering process for sub-contract services, including issuing and reviewing Requests for Proposals (RFPs), evaluating bids, and recommending the best-suited sub-contractors.
• Develop detailed procurement strategies, ensuring all sub-contractors are selected through a fair, transparent, and compliant tendering process.
• Coordinate with project managers to identify project needs, specifications, and scope to ensure the preparation of accurate tender documents.
• Negotiate contracts and terms with selected sub-contractors, ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and compliance with project requirements.
• Maintain and manage relationships with existing sub-contractors, and explore new opportunities by identifying potential suppliers and contractors through market research.
• Monitor sub-contractor performance, ensuring that work is delivered on time, within budget, and meets the required quality standards.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, legal regulations, and industry standards.
• Provide regular reports on procurement activities, tender outcomes, and performance metrics to senior management.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing the tendering process for sub-contract services or similar procurement roles.
• Strong knowledge of tendering procedures, contract law, and procurement regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and sub-contractors while adhering to project deadlines and budgets.
• Relevant qualifications in procurement, supply chain management, or business administration are desirable.

About the Company

Laing O'Rourke are an international engineering and construction company delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure and building projects for clients in the UK, Middle East, and Australia. Certainty, reliability, quality - this is what our clients want.

As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long-term conditions and disabilities through the 'Offer an interview scheme'.