Procurement Manager

VolkerWessels UK Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary contractor is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead strategic procurement across major infrastructure projects in Greater London. The successful candidate will have NVQ Level 4/CIPS qualification, strong negotiation skills, and experience in supplier relationship management. The role offers competitive salary and benefits, including private medical care and training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private medical care

Training and development opportunities

Enhanced maternity benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement within a project-based environment.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of supplier relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the procurement of subcontract packages.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver procurement solutions.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks throughout the procurement lifecycle.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

NVQ Level 4 / CIPS / MCIPS

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems (e.g. COINS)

Job description

Overview

VolkerRail is a leading multidisciplinary railway infrastructure contractor on heavy and light rail networks. Our ability to continuingly deliver projects, from smaller contracts through to our involvement in nationally significant major schemes, has helped our clients bring communities together and provide better services for passengers.

VolkerRail comprises two businesses - Major Projects, which is an expert in collaborative working, leading on large, multidisciplinary joint venture and alliance projects, and Specialist Businesses, made up of expert divisions in signalling, track, power, electrification, and piling, and has an in-house plant division and bespoke design teams. These work independently, as subcontractors to the rail sector, or collectively as a Tier One contractor for larger frameworks.

The East West Rail Alliance is a "pure" alliance consisting of three Non-Owner Participants (NOPs); VolkerRail, Atkins Global, Laing O''Rourke and the Owner Participant (OP), Network Rail.

East West Rail (EWR) phase 2 is a 1 billion programme and one of the most prestigious projects in the UK Infrastructure pipeline. It will provide a strategic route linking key centres of economic activity between Oxford, Milton Keynes, Aylesbury and Bedford.

We have a great opportunity for a dynamic and experienced Procurement Manager to lead strategic procurement activities across major infrastructure projects. If you''re passionate about delivering value, building strong supplier relationships, and driving innovation in procurement, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Lead the procurement of subcontract packages, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.
• Collaborate with internal teams and alliance partners to deliver integrated procurement solutions.
• Prepare and manage robust tender documentation with clarity and competitiveness.
• Apply your knowledge of NEC contracts to procurement strategy and supplier engagement.
• Promote transparency and accountability in supplier selection and contract awards.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks throughout the procurement lifecycle.
• Champion sustainability and social responsibility in procurement practices.
• Conduct site visits and supply chain performance reviews.
• Use ERP systems (e.g., COINS) to manage procurement processes efficiently.

About you

• NVQ Level 4 / CIPS / MCIPS qualification
• Proven experience in procurement within a project-based environment.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP platforms.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Significant procurement experience.
• Understanding of supplier relationship management.
• Knowledge of the rail industry.
• Valid UK driving licence.
• Personal Track Safety certification

If your past experience doesn''t match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.

Why work with us?

VolkerRail is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.

By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerRail are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.

We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary
• Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
• Private medical care
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
• Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
• Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
• Employee Assistance programme
• Mental health, physical health, and financial support
• 24/7 Virtual GP service

Fairness, inclusion and respect

We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. You can read more about our FIR Strategy as well as our partners here Fairness, Inclusion and Respect VolkerWessels UK

Additional information

Note for Recruitment Agencies:

Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.

We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed

VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.