Procurement Business Partner - Airport Operations

Michael Page; Caddington; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Procurement Business Partner for airport operations. This role involves the complete procurement lifecycle, including stakeholder collaboration and supplier performance monitoring. The position offers a salary up to £60,000 along with excellent benefits such as annual leave, private medical insurance, and a profit share scheme. Ideal candidates will have experience in operational procurement and strong communication skills.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Profit share scheme

Flexi-savings scheme

Private medical insurance

Retail discounts

Free access to on-site gym

Quarterly incentives

Qualifications

• Experience in operational or facilities-related procurement.
• Familiarity with airport or regulated operational environments is an advantage.
• Ability to work with technical stakeholders to define service and procurement requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver sourcing and procurement activity for airport operations.
• Lead procurement projects from market engagement to supplier evaluation.
• Work closely with operational teams to align procurement with service performance.

Skills

Operational procurement experience

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Contract management knowledge

Education

MCIPS or working towards it

Job description

The Procurement Business Partner - Airport Operations

The Procurement Business Partner - Airport Operations will support procurement and contract management for services that underpin safe, efficient and high-performing airport operations. It covers the full procurement lifecycle and involves day-to-day stakeholder collaboration, supplier performance monitoring and project delivery support across airside and landside services.

Client Details

Join London Luton Airport at a time of exciting transformation. We're recruiting Procurement Business Partners across several key areas to help shape the future of procurement at one of the UK's fastest-growing airports.

Description

We support procurement and contract management for services that underpin safe, efficient and high-performing airport operations. It covers the full procurement lifecycle and involves day-to-day stakeholder collaboration, supplier performance monitoring and project delivery support across airside and landside services.

Responsibilities

• Deliver sourcing and procurement activity for airport operations including cleaning, security, waste and facilities services.
• Lead procurement projects from market engagement to supplier evaluation and contract award.
• Work closely with operational teams to align procurement with service performance and safety requirements.
• Draft and manage tenders, evaluate proposals and contribute to supplier negotiations.
• Track and report on supplier performance, costs and contract compliance.
• Support sourcing for emergency and resilience services (e.g. fire, medical, safety‑critical systems).
• Maintain an accurate pipeline of sourcing activity and planned renewals.
• Assist in drafting and reviewing service contracts and performance metrics.
• Identify and implement improvements in cost, service and supplier management.
• Support data analysis for operational procurement performance reporting.

Profile

Experience & Skills

• Experience in operational or facilities‑related procurement.
• Familiarity with airport or regulated operational environments is an advantage.
• Ability to work with technical stakeholders to define service and procurement requirements.
• Knowledge of contract and supplier performance management.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• MCIPS or working towards it is preferred.

Job Offer

Salary of up to £60,000 + fantastic benefits

• Annual Leave: 25 days + 8 bank holidays (Extra days awarded for long service)
• Profit Share Scheme: Annual bonus based on company performance and length of service
• Flexi‑Savings Scheme: Up to 12% employer contribution towards pension, ISA, or mortgage
• Private Medical Insurance
• Retail Discounts: Up to 20% off at airport shops and food outlets
• On‑site Gym: Free access for airside passholders
• Quarterly Incentives: Bonus payments for achieving guest experience targets

This is a genuine opportunity to shape your role, develop the category, make your mark, and grow your career in a collaborative and forward‑thinking environment. Be part of a team that's helping to deliver a unified, commercially robust procurement model that supports the airport's continued growth and success.

London Luton Airport is transforming its facilities management procurement, moving from fragmented legacy contracts to a unified, value‑driven model. This is a unique opportunity to shape a role, make your mark, and grow your career in a fast‑paced, high‑impact environment at one of the UK's fastest‑growing airports. Apply ASAP to be part of this exciting journey!

Shortlisting will take place ASAP, with interviews scheduled for November and early December, so we encourage early applications. We are recruiting for multiple roles as part of this campaign, if this position isn't an exact match but you're a strong procurement professional, we'd still love to hear from you.

Please note: Any CVs submitted directly or via third parties will be forwarded to Michael Page, who are working exclusively with Luton Airport on a retained basis.