Procurement Manager

iO Associates; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global design and engineering firm seeks a Procurement Manager to drive growth across Infrastructure and Transportation projects. This role offers a chance to be involved in high-profile projects and emphasizes a supportive culture with flexible work options. Ideal candidates will hold relevant degrees and certifications with a strong background in public and private sector procurement.

Benefits

Flexible & remote working options

Investment in development and training

Cooperative and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Degree qualified with experience in major programmes or complex projects.
• RICS, CIPS, or CIOB (or working towards) required.
• Strong knowledge of procurement strategies and contract negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Support growth across Infrastructure and Transportation programmes.
• Work on global projects like high-speed rail and airports.
• Collaborate closely with clients, legal, finance, and engineering teams.

Skills

Procurement strategies

Market engagement

Contract negotiation

Public procurement processes

Private procurement processes

Education

Degree qualification

RICS, CIPS, CIOB

Job description

Procurement Manager - Shape the Future of Infrastructure

Our client is a world-leading design, engineering, and project management organisation, delivering major infrastructure and energy solutions across the globe. They are looking for a Procurement Manager to support growth across their Infrastructure and Transportation programmes.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on major projects, from high-speed rail to sustainable energy solutions, airports, and national highways , helping to shape the future for generations to come.

Why Join Our Client?

• Work on globally recognised projects with industry experts
• Flexible & remote working options, including career breaks and reduced workweeks
• Investment in your development, training, and career progression
• A cooperative and inclusive culture where your voice matters

What You'll Need:

• Degree qualified with experience in major programmes or complex projects
• RICS, CIPS, or CIOB (or working towards)
• Strong knowledge of procurement strategies, market engagement, and contract negotiation
• Experience in public or private sector procurement processes
• Ability to work closely with clients, legal, finance, engineers, and programme teams

Desirable Skills:

• Experience in commercial governance, eSourcing, contract negotiation, and supply chain management
• Knowledge of NEC, JCT, or FIDIC contracts
• Expertise in risk and opportunity management

Our client is committed to supporting your career growth, offering a flexible work environment where innovation, collaboration, and flexibility are at the heart of everything they do.