Procurement Manager - Cambridge Waste Water Treatment Project

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Procurement Manager to oversee procurement for a major project involving a new waste water treatment plant. This role demands expertise in procurement strategy, supplier engagement, and contract management within a civil engineering context. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a solid understanding of contract frameworks, ensuring project goals are met efficiently.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of NEC 3 ECC Suite of Contracts required.
• Proficient in Oracle Cloud ERP or similar systems.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with project goals.
• Conduct digital tendering and manage supplier selection processes.
• Draft and negotiate contracts, managing complex procurement tasks.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Market Intelligence

Innovation

Education

Understanding of NEC 3 ECC Suite of Contracts

Experience in procurement management

Tools

Oracle Cloud ERP

Job description

MMB are recruiting for a Procurement Manager to join our team in Cambridge.

We're working on a major new project to build a modern waste water treatment plant at Honey Hill, just north of the A14 between Horningsea and Fen Ditton. This new plant will replace the current one in the northeast of Cambridge.

Key Responsibilities:

• Procurement Strategy & Execution
  Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with project design, sustainability goals, and timelines. Ensure supply chain compliance with specifications and operational targets.
• Tendering & Supplier Selection
  Conduct digital tendering via Oracle Cloud ERP. Drive early contractor involvement (ECI) and strategic supplier selection to meet project objectives.
• Contract Management
  Draft and negotiate robust contracts that reflect project needs and mitigate risk. Manage complex package procurement with interdependent variables.
• Stakeholder Engagement
  Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Promote procurement best practices and framework agreements.
• Market Intelligence & Innovation
  Leverage supplier insights to drive innovation in cost, carbon, safety, quality, and delivery.
• Documentation & Handover
  Maintain accurate records and ensure seamless handover to commercial and delivery teams.

Role-Specific Focus:

• Civil Engineering
  Deliver remeasurable subcontracts, develop DFMA strategies, and measure productivity-based contracts.
• M&E
  Lead early-stage supplier selection, ensure process plant compatibility, and manage performance-based contracts.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Align procurement with project timelines using a 13-step Procurement Management Tool.
• Integrate pre-selected technologies into procurement strategies and supplier decisions.

What you will need:

• Strong understanding of NEC 3 ECC Suite of Contracts.
• Experience in managing procurements with interdependent variables.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in using Oracle Cloud ERP or similar systems.

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