Procurement Manager

Morgan Sindall Infrastructure; Coventry; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement

Flexible working

Pension scheme

Annual bonus

Private Medical Insurance (if applic.}

Job summary

Morgan Sindall Infrastructure is seeking a motivated Procurement Manager to lead major material and subcontract procurement across the Water Aviation and Highways Team, driving best‑value outcomes and robust commercial management.

You will manage procurement schedules, engage suppliers, support bid activity and ensure compliance with NEC contracts and internal processes, while mentoring others and delivering against programme targets.

Qualifications

• Membership of CIPS or MCIPS desirable.
• Strong understanding of subcontract terms and conditions.
• Ability to work collaboratively across a business unit.
• Proven ability to drive compliant procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver subcontract and materials procurement across projects, ensuring best value and alignment with programme.
• Have a good understanding of drafting NEC Contracts.
• Maintain procurement schedules and report buying gains/losses.
• Place timely, commercially robust orders that protect the business.
• Ensure adherence to Morgan Sindall processes and DELAPs.
• Support work‑winning through tender input, procurement strategies, tender enquiries, and supplier/subcontractor evaluations.
• Contribute to supplier selection and lead on pre‑contract meetings.
• Identify innovation opportunities through supply chain engagement.
• Support supply chain segmentation and database development for the Business Unit.
• Build and manage key supplier and subcontractor relationships.
• Support ongoing review and performance management of the supply chain.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Diplomatic / diplomacy

Organisational skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Procurement practices

Education

MCIPS / CIPS qualification desirable

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a motivated and ambitious Procurement Manager to join our Water Aviation Highways Team, leading major material and subcontract procurement across live projects and tenders while ensuring robust commercial management, timely delivery, best‑value outcomes and performance management. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone keen to further develop their skills and take on increasing levels of responsibility.

Role Responsibilities

• Deliver subcontract and materials procurement across projects, ensuring best value, compliance, and alignment with programme requirements.
• Have a good understanding of drafting NEC Contracts.
• Maintain procurement schedules and report buying gains/losses.
• Place timely, commercially robust orders that protect the business.
• Ensure adherence to Morgan Sindall processes and DELAPs.
• Support work‑winning through tender input, procurement strategies, tender enquiries, and supplier/subcontractor evaluations.
• Contribute to supplier selection and lead on pre‑contract meetings.
• Identify innovation opportunities through supply chain engagement.
• Support supply chain segmentation and database development for the Business Unit.
• Build and manage key supplier and subcontractor relationships.
• Support ongoing review and performance management of the supply chain.
• Champion safe, sustainable supply chain delivery aligned with Perfect Delivery and Responsible Business.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) or an equivalent professional qualification (MCIPS desirable).
• Strong understanding of subcontract and supplier terms and conditions.
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment across a business unit or operational area.
• Ability to follow processes and drive procurement practices on our projects.
• Proven management skills with the ability to motivate others and drive high standards of compliance.
• Excellent organisational, planning, and time‑management abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple projects without compromising on quality.
• Solid knowledge of the construction industry and related procurement requirements.
• Ability to ensure compliance with standards and specifications across all procurement activities.
• Confident working with senior management to set and achieve project and operational targets.
• Strong negotiation and diplomacy skills, with the ability to present clear, compelling business cases to senior stakeholders.

What is in it for you?

• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days.
• Flexible and adaptable working.
• Family friendly policies and work/life approach.
• Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Annual bonus scheme.
• Recognition scheme and long service awards.
• Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role).
• Option to participate in share‑save scheme; discounts including cycle‑to‑work and gym membership; a support and advice service for colleagues and their families, and more.

About the Water Aviation and Highways Business Unit

Our Water team designs, builds, and maintains vital UK water infrastructure, ensuring secure water supply and wastewater services. We work with major water companies to create resilient facilities, reduce flood risks, and improve environmental outcomes. Currently, we participate in the Welsh Water AMP7 and AMP8 frameworks and have secured projects with Wessex Water for the next five years. These long‑term framework agreements are part of a national £88 billion investment, requiring a collaborative and agile approach to meet the industry's challenges. We are also actively bidding works with Other Water and Environment Frameworks. Our Highways team delivers comprehensive services, from major national projects to local schemes, improving road journeys for millions daily. With expertise in tunnelling, bridges, and more, we provide end‑to‑end project support, including design, integration, and construction. Current projects include concrete road replacements for National Highways and the Scheme Delivery Framework again for National Highways. Our Aviation Business has secured a new framework with Gatwick Airport and is looking for other opportunities.

Morgan Sindall is an equal opportunities employer and has been accredited with the Positive About Disabled People ‘Two Ticks’ accreditation. We are also an Investors in People company. Morgan Sindall is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.