Procurement Manager

Jacobs; Wokingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a forward-thinking Procurement Manager to shape the future of UK defence infrastructure. This role offers the opportunity to lead sustainable procurement practices on cutting-edge projects, build resilient supply chains, and foster innovative partnerships. With flexible hybrid working arrangements, you will balance collaboration in the office with remote work, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. Join a dynamic team that values diverse thinking and offers professional development opportunities, all while making a significant impact in the defence sector.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Flexible Hybrid Working

Competitive Package and Benefits

Work-Life Balance Focus

Inclusive Culture

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Understanding of UK Government Public Procurement Policy.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement strategies focusing on value and sustainability.
• Build diverse supplier relationships that drive innovation.

Skills

Procurement Strategies

Supplier Relationship Management

Contract Management

Data-Driven Insights

Education

Degree in Business

Degree in Supply Chain Management

Degree in Operations Management

Job description

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Are you ready to shape the future of UK defence infrastructure? We're seeking a forward-thinking Procurement Manager to join our dynamic team supporting the Non-Nuclear Engineering Partnership (NNEP) framework with the client.

Based at our modern Reading hub with flexible hybrid working arrangements, balancing office collaboration with remote working to support your work-life balance.

Driving sustainable procurement practices while working on cutting-edge defence projects. You'll build resilient supply chains and foster innovative partnerships that support critical UK defence capabilities.

What You'll Do

• Lead end-to-end procurement strategies focusing on value and sustainability.
• Build diverse supplier relationships that drive innovation and collaboration.
• Champion smart buying decisions and design creative commercial solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement through data-driven insights.
• Manage key stakeholder relationships and framework performance.

Essential Qualifications

• Degree in business, construction, supply chain, or operations management (or equivalent experience).
• Deep understanding of UK Government Public Procurement Policy.
• Expertise in NEC frameworks and contract management.
• Proven success in defence, energy, or construction projects.
• Eligibility for security clearance.

What We Offer

• Significant defence infrastructure projects
• Inclusive culture valuing diverse thinking
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible hybrid working from Reading
• Competitive package and benefits
• Work-life balance focus

  Join us in creating procurement solutions that deliver value, drive innovation, and support the UK's defence infrastructure.

  Think you've got what it takes? We'd love to hear from you.