Procurement Specialist

Txm Recruit Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Procurement Specialist to join their dynamic team in Birmingham. This role offers a competitive daily rate and the chance to work on a high-profile Fleet Replacement Programme. You will be responsible for strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and ensuring compliance with procurement regulations. If you have a strong background in public procurement and are looking for an exciting opportunity to make an impact, this position is perfect for you. Join a friendly and fast-paced environment where your contributions will be valued.

Qualifications

• Experience with NEC 4 Contracts is essential.
• Strong background in tender preparation and negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic sourcing to identify suppliers and delivery partners.
• Prepare and negotiate contracts to meet business requirements.
• Manage tender process timeline and communications with bidders.

Skills

Regulated Procurement Knowledge

Contract Negotiation

Tender Preparation

Stakeholder Management

Contract Management

Education

Degree in Construction

MCIPs Accreditation

Job description

• Location

  Birmingham

• Sector:

  Rail

• Job type:

  Contract

• Salary:

  £450 per day

• Contact:

  Miren Chauhan

• Contact email:

  [e-mail]

• Contact phone:

  01332974922

• Job ref:

  BH-84395

• Published:

  1 day ago

• Expiry date:

  2025-06-08

• Startdate:

  2025-05-08

Are you an experienced Procurement Specialist?
Do you have experience with NEC 4 Contracts?

If so, TXM Recruit are working in partnership with a high-profile railway client. They have a Fleet Replacement Programme and are looking for Procurement Specialist to join their team located in the West Midlands on a contract basis. The role is paying up to £450 per day.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Supporting the strategic sourcing activity to identify the right suppliers & delivery partners for client in line with the Procurement Policy and Procurement Regulations.
• Prepare and negotiate contracts and contract amendments necessary to meet business requirements and franchise commitments/obligations ensuring commerciality to the business.
• Advise and support stakeholders on the best practice for obtaining best value for money and the highest quality for goods and services required by the client.
• Provide the primary interface between the client and external lawyers for matters relating to contracts.
• Hold suppliers accountable to support the delivery of their contractual agreements through clear and robust contract management.
• Lead stakeholder meetings and ensure compliance of policies are regulations through governance within the business.
• Manage the tender process timeline, key milestones, and communications with the bidders via the tender portal.

Key Experience:

• Experience or knowledge of regulated procurement, in particular Procurement Act 2023, or Utilities Contracts Regulations 2016 is essential.
• Leading strategic capital procurement projects or programmes for the public sector.
• A strong background in tender preparation, development and management including negotiation.
• Extensive experience of developing NEC3 and NEC 4 ECC Contracts.
• Cross sector experience with a strong public procurement background is highly desirable.
• Have achieved or working towards MCIPs accreditation.
• Preferably possess degree related to construction, civil engineering, or quantity surveying.
• Preferably possess experience working in Utilities, Infrastructure (roads, rail etc) sectors

Main Details:
Job Title: Procurement Specialist
Salary: up to £450 per day (outside IR35)
Contract: 6 Months – ending December 2025
Hours of Work: Full Time – 5 Days a Week
Potential Start Date: 2nd June 2025
Location: Birmingham, West Midlands

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an exciting, friendly, and fast paced team, delivering essential services.
TXM Recruit is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any specific requirements or require assistance or reasonable adjustments to be made for you during the selection process due to disability or long-term health condition, we will do our best to assist you.
If you want to register your interest and apply, please contact me on the below email or apply online:
Miren Chauhan
Delivery Consultant
Email: [e-mail]