Procurement Contractor - Construction (NEC experience)

TN United Kingdom; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Procurement Contractor with NEC experience in Cardiff. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing safe and clean water. As a key member of the procurement team, you will lead strategic high-value projects, foster supplier relationships, and ensure compliance with procurement regulations. With a hybrid working model, you will enjoy flexibility while making a significant impact on the supply chain and driving innovation. If you have a passion for procurement and want to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement and supply chain management.
• Knowledge of NEC construction contracts is essential.

Responsibilities

• Drive cost savings and continuous improvement in procurement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver value.

Skills

Procurement and supply chain management

Strategic supplier relationships

Procurement regulations compliance

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

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Cardiff, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Construction

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Your new company

My client delivers one of life’s essentials – safe, clean water – to over three million customers. As a not-for-profit organisation, they reinvest every penny back into maintaining and improving their services. They aim to be industry leaders in sustainability, innovation, and customer satisfaction, setting the standard for excellence in water management.

Your new role

Interim Procurement Specialist: Inside IR35 Full-Time for 6 months initially: May 25 – Oct 25. Hybrid working – across home and office base, working 2 days a week in the office. Reporting to the Head of Strategic Projects, the role involves working in a team of specialists to deliver key responsibilities. The procurement role is key to achieving the procurement programme, driving cost savings, and providing the right platform to drive continuous improvement and innovation throughout the supply chain to deliver value. The procurement specialist will play a key role in delivering the procurement programme.

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience in procurement and supply chain management, with significant experience in developing and executing strategic high-value, highly complex transformational procurement projects. Knowledge of placing construction contracts under NEC is essential.
• Proven track record of developing and managing strategic supplier relationships and partnerships.
• Strong understanding of procurement regulations and compliance requirements, with experience in ensuring adherence to policies and standards.
• Analytical and data-driven with a proven track record of using data to inform strategic decisions, optimise processes, and identify opportunities for innovation.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including finance, legal, operations, and IT security.