Hybrid Construction Procurement Lead (Concrete & Utilities)

GBR Recruitment Limited; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to join a growing construction and utilities client in the East Midlands. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills, procurement experience in concrete and utilities, and the ability to manage supplier relationships. This role offers 1–2 days of hybrid working after a 6-month probation. If you're a Procurement professional looking to advance your career, apply now.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement, purchasing, buying or commercial management.
• Experienced in managing supplier relationships and contract management.
• Capable of overseeing operational procurement control and ensuring compliance.

Responsibilities

• Identify, vet, negotiate, and manage nationwide suppliers.
• Review pricing, implement cost saving initiatives and manage invoice queries.
• Coordinate with commercial and operational teams for effective delivery.

Skills

Negotiation skills with suppliers and customers

Strong user of differing systems and software

Procurement/commercial experience in concrete

Experienced in cost saving initiatives

Risk management experience

Education

CIPS qualified or working towards it

Job description

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to join a growing construction and utilities client in the East Midlands. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills, procurement experience in concrete and utilities, and the ability to manage supplier relationships. This role offers 1–2 days of hybrid working after a 6-month probation. If you're a Procurement professional looking to advance your career, apply now.