Major Programme Procurement

Turner & Townsend; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking procurement professionals to join their dynamic team in London. This role offers the chance to lead strategic procurement projects, engage in large-scale flagship initiatives, and develop innovative service offerings. The company promotes a hybrid working model, providing opportunities for both national and international travel. Join a team recognized for excellence in procurement processes and contribute to impactful projects that shape the future of the industry. If you are passionate about making a difference and have a strong background in procurement, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience leading strategic procurement projects for public and private clients.
• Strong background in tendering, negotiation, and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Provide procurement strategy advice to public and private sector clients.
• Manage end-to-end procurement on major projects or programmes.

Skills

Strategic Procurement

Tendering and Negotiation

Contract Management

Supplier Evaluation

Relationship Building

Education

Degree in Construction

Degree in Civil Engineering

Degree in Law

Degree in Procurement

Job description

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Company Description

At Turner & Townsend, we’re passionate about making a difference. Our goal is to deliver better outcomes for our clients, help our people realize their potential, and contribute to a prosperous society.

We support major global clients in delivering ambitious, highly technical projects across over 110 offices worldwide.

Background and Job Description

Due to major programme wins in our Health and Real Estate sectors, Turner & Townsend has a new opportunity for procurement professionals to join our team.

The Successful Candidate Will Have The Opportunity To

• Engage in and influence large-scale flagship projects
• Participate in the mobilization and delivery of key health programmes
• Impact multiple industries and categories
• Challenge themselves in a market-leading global business
• Create innovative service offerings for the market
• Lead and develop an outstanding team of procurement and other consultants

Our wider team includes specialists in procurement, contract strategy, claims management, and dispute resolution. We are recognized by the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) for excellence in procurement processes, receiving the Procurement Excellence Programme Award.

The Opportunity

The individual will lead our skilled team in delivering strategic procurement and contract advice, including end-to-end procurement services.

Main Expectations

• Provide procurement strategy advice to public and private sector clients
• Manage end-to-end procurement on major projects or programmes
• Develop and enhance procurement services offered by Turner & Townsend
• Lead and develop a team to ensure successful client outcomes
• Manage client relationships and project deliverables
• Support business development and marketing efforts
• Lead bid preparation and support work-winning activities
• Contribute to team and business targets

The Offer

We offer a career progression within a growing division, involving leading large projects, creating innovative solutions, and working with blue-chip organizations. Opportunities for national and international travel are available. We promote a hybrid working model to support work/life balance. We also encourage and support Chartered Status for CIPS.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience leading strategic procurement projects for public and private clients
• Strong background in tendering, negotiation, and contract management (NEC, JCT)
• Experience in client relationship and people management
• Public procurement experience is highly desirable
• Willingness to work towards MCIPS accreditation
• Degree in construction, civil engineering, law, or procurement preferred

Skills

• Ability to develop strategies and documentation for large procurement projects
• Strong relationship-building and issue resolution skills
• Experience with supplier evaluation, commercial principles, and supply chain strategies
• Skills in developing SRM strategies and activities
• Ability to manage business development and career growth activities

Behaviours

• Adaptability and personal responsibility
• Confidence, independence, and influence
• Team leadership and management skills
• Empathy, fairness, and consistency

Additional Information

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