Procurement Manager

FBR Construction Recruitment; Havant; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

FBR Construction Recruitment is seeking a Procurement Manager to head the buying team for a Hampshire-based building envelope contractor. You will lead procurement strategy, source façade systems, glazing, aluminium, cladding and remediation products, and ensure procurement aligns with project programmes and budgets.

You will work with Estimating, Design, Contracts, Site Managers and Finance to maintain supplier performance and quality while pursuing best value and continuous cost savings across

Qualifications

• 5+ years in procurement within construction.
• Strong negotiation and commercial awareness.
• Experience with building envelope materials is advantageous.
• Knowledge of contracts and supplier agreements.
• Understanding of Building Safety Act requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all procurement activities across the business to source materials competitively and ensure programme delivery.
• Build long-term supplier relationships and negotiate best-value agreements.
• Coordinate with Estimating, Design, Commercial and Project Delivery teams to secure materials.
• Develop procurement strategies and supplier framework agreements.
• Procure materials in line with project programmes and budgets; monitor performance and cost analysis.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Commercial awareness

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Curtain walling/façade procurement

ERP systems

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

FBR are working closely with a recognised Hampshire based building envelope contractor seeking a full time Procurement Manager to head up their buying team.

The Role;

Lead and manage all procurement activities across the business, ensuring materials are sourced competitively while maintaining the highest standards of quality, compliance and programme delivery.

Working closely with Estimating, Design, Commercial and Project Delivery teams, you will build long-term supplier relationships, negotiate best value agreements and ensure materials are available when projects need them.

This is a strategic and hands-on role, playing a key part in delivering complex façade and remediation projects.

Key Responsibilities;

Procurement Strategy

Develop and implement procurement strategies across all divisions.

Source specialist façade systems, glazing, aluminium, cladding, fire remediation products and associated materials.

Continuously review supplier performance and market trends.

Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or programme.

Build strong relationships with manufacturers and suppliers

Develop framework agreements and preferred supplier partnerships.

Monitor supplier performance, quality and delivery.

Carry out supplier evaluations and approvals.

Project Procurement

Review project specifications and procurement schedules.

Procure materials in accordance with project programmes.

Coordinate deliveries with site teams.

Resolve supply chain issues quickly to minimise programme delays.

Negotiate pricing, rebates and contractual terms.

Achieve best value across all purchases.

Monitor budgets and procurement spend.

Produce procurement reports and cost analysis.

Compliance & Quality

Ensure purchased products meet project specifications and relevant standards.

Verify certification including:

ICE

UKCA

Fire performance

Environmental certification

Building Safety Act compliance

Maintain approved supplier database.

Support ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 procedures.

You work closely with:

Estimating

Design Department

Contracts Managers

Site Managers

Commercial Team

Finance Department

Suppliers

Manufacturers

Clients where required

Skills & Experience;

* At least 5 plus years experience in procurement within construction.

* Strong negotiation skills.

* Excellent commercial awareness.

* Experience procuring building envelope materials an advantage.

* Knowledge of contracts and supplier agreements.

* Excellent organisational skills.

* Ability to manage multiple live projects.

* Strong communication skills.

* Proficient with Microsoft Office.

* Ideally experience within curtain walling or façade construction.

* Useful knowledge of aluminium systems including Schüco, Technal, Kawneer, Reynaers or similar.

* Experience procuring remediation or cladding systems.

* Understanding of Building Safety Act requirements.

* Experience using procurement or ERP systems.

On offer is a competitive salary package coupled working for an established building envelope contractor offering progression coupled with a strong staff retention