Procurement Manager

Hudson Shribman; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure contractor is looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to oversee procurement for large-scale projects. The role involves managing a team, conducting negotiations, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in infrastructure procurement and team mentorship. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Car allowance

Enhanced pension contribution

Opportunities for further progression

Qualifications

• Significant experience in procurement within infrastructure or civil engineering.
• Strong understanding of subcontractor procurement.
• Experience managing or mentoring a team.
• Knowledge of procurement frameworks and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement strategies across infrastructure packages.
• Manage subcontract procurement from tender to award.
• Conduct supplier negotiations to drive value.
• Ensure compliance with procurement standards.

Skills

Procurement experience in infrastructure

Team management

Contract negotiation

Supply chain management

Job description

Procurement Manager - Infrastructure Projects

A leading infrastructure contractor is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to support large-scale infrastructure and civil engineering projects across the South West. This is a key leadership role within the procurement team, managing subcontracts, plant, and materials procurement while overseeing a small, capable team of four.

The Role

Lead procurement strategies and execution across multiple infrastructure and construction packages.

Take ownership of subcontract, plant and materials procurement — from tender to final award.

Work closely with delivery teams, commercial and planning departments to ensure procurement aligns with programme and commercial goals.

Lead a team of four direct reports, providing mentorship, guidance and day-to-day support.

Conduct supplier negotiations, manage risk and compliance and drive value for money through strong market engagement.

Ensure procurement activity meets legal and organisational compliance standards, including prequalification, vetting and contract execution.

Provide regular updates to the Head of Procurement and support broader procurement improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Essential:

• Significant experience in procurement within the infrastructure or civil engineering sectors.
• Strong understanding of subcontractor, plant and materials procurement.
• Experience managing or mentoring a team.
• Knowledge of procurement frameworks, supply chain management and contract negotiation.
• Eligibility for UK security clearance (must have lived in the UK for the past 5 years).

Desirable:

• Prior experience working in MOD-controlled or similarly regulated environments (e.g., nuclear, defence or secure infrastructure).
• MCIPS qualified or working towards.
• Familiarity with NEC or similar contract types.

Package

Salary: £65,000 - £75,000

Car allowance

Company benefits package

Enhanced pension contribution

Opportunities for further progression and development

Interested?

If you're a strategic procurement professional looking to step into a senior role on complex infrastructure projects, we'd love to speak with you. Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.