Procurement Lead

Bouygues Travaux Publics; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Civil Works Alliance is seeking an experienced Procurement Professional to lead strategic procurement for Sizewell C. You will work with a delivery organisation combining Sizewell C with international construction leaders to deliver low-carbon energy, with a focus on value, risk management and ethical governance.

We require a proven leader capable of delivering robust procurement strategies under tight deadlines, overseeing cross-functional procurement teams, and driving supplier engagement

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in construction procurement.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Ability to deliver procurement strategies under pressure and to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Implement Contracting Strategy and Delivery Plan in partnership with the CWA Procurement Lead.
• Deliver on Procurement and Supply Chain commitments in the Programme Alliance Agreement.
• Collaborate to mitigate market risk and drive procurement efficiency.
• Develop forward-looking supply chain strategies for current and future requirements.
• Lead negotiations ensuring commercial success while managing risk.
• Support tendering, market analysis, supplier selection, and risk assessment.
• Foster inclusion and develop a high-performing team.
• Uphold ethical standards and compliance with governance and nuclear regulations.
• Build relationships with suppliers, sub-contractors and service providers to drive value.
• Champion local, diverse and SME supplier engagement strategies.
• Drive sustainable procurement and focus on health and safety.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Contract law

Strategic procurement

Leadership

Education

MCIPS

Relevant degree in supply chain / construction

Job description

The Civil Works Alliance

Currently we are seeking an experienced Procurement Professional for a critical position within the Civil Works Alliance (CWA), supporting the construction of Sizewell C—a landmark project that will shape the UK’s energy future. Sizewell C will deliver low-carbon electricity to 6 million homes for the next 60 years. As part of the CWA, you’ll be joining a delivery organisation that brings together the collective strength and expertise of Sizewell C and three international construction leaders: Balfour Beatty, Bouygues Travaux Publics, and Laing O’Rourke.

We are looking for a procurement leader who can bring best-in-class service and strategic leadership to our supply chain, ensuring every procurement decision supports our mission of delivering sustainable, reliable energy to the nation.

In This Role, You Will

• Implement our Contracting Strategy and Delivery Plan in close partnership with the CWA Procurement Lead
• Deliver on all Procurement and Supply Chain commitments outlined in the Programme Alliance Agreement
• Collaborate with peers to mitigate market risk, unlock project efficiencies, and drive effective procurement and supply chain management
• Develop forward-looking supply chain strategies to ensure we have the right resources for current and future requirements
• Lead key negotiations, ensuring commercial success while managing risk
• Support our teams with tendering, market analysis, supplier selection, and risk assessment
• Foster a culture of inclusion and progression, building and developing a high-performing team
• Uphold ethical standards throughout the procurement process, ensuring compliance with all governance and nuclear regulations
• Build professional relationships with suppliers, sub-contractors, and service providers, driving best value to the project
• Champion our local, diverse, and SME supplier engagement strategies, and play a part in delivering community-focused events
• Drive sustainable procurement and maintain a relentless focus on health and safety

We Are Looking For Someone With

• Demonstrable extensive experience within the construction sector, with an in-depth understanding of the interfaces and relationships that shape our industry
• Strong negotiation, supplier relationship management, and contract law knowledge
• The ability to deliver robust procurement strategies under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Proven leadership in managing operational procurement teams of varying experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A commitment to ethical, consistent procurement and delivering measurable value through your work

Additional qualifications such as MCIPS, a relevant degree, or other construction industry chartership are highly desirable.