Procurement Specialist – Defence (NEC/JCT)

Turner & Townsend; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm based in Bristol is seeking a Procurement Specialist to provide strategic procurement advice to Defence clients. This mid-senior level role requires experience in procurement within relevant industries and the ability to maintain UK Security Clearance. The position offers hybrid working, with about 60% client onsite presence. Successful candidates will have strong negotiation skills and a background in contract frameworks such as NEC or JCT.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in procurement within defence, construction, or infrastructure.
• Experience of Procurement, Contract Management, and/or Contract Placement.
• In-depth knowledge of NEC and JCT contract frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Provide procurement strategy and advice to clients.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies.
• Negotiate and award contracts.

Skills

Procurement expertise in defence

Negotiation skills

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Education

Professional qualification in Business or Supply Chain Management

Job description

Overview

Procurement Specialist – Defence (NEC/JCT) role at Turner & Townsend, Bristol, England, United Kingdom. This position offers hybrid working with on-site/client presence typically around 60% of the time, depending on client and project needs.

Responsibilities

• Providing specialist procurement strategy, advice, and guidance to public and private sector Defence clients.
• Identifying, sourcing, and acquiring goods and/or services, ensuring procurement activities adhere to relevant Public Sector and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with project objectives and client policies.
• Preparing and developing tender packs and delivering a tendering process, working in a strategic procurement environment.
• Negotiating, supporting, developing, drafting, and awarding contracts (and contract changes) either individually or as part of a team.
• Managing strategic supplier relationships.
• Collaborating with a team on end-to-end procurement services for major projects or programmes.

Required Experience And Skills

• Proven track record in procurement within defence, construction, or infrastructure industries.
• Extensive experience of Procurement, Contract Management, and/or Contract Placement (sourcing) in sole source and competitive markets.
• In-depth knowledge and experience of New Engineering Contract (NEC3/NEC4) and/or Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT) contract frameworks.
• Experience in chairing internal and external meetings involving senior stakeholders.
• Proven negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience of liaising with diverse stakeholders.
• A proactive approach with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification(s) in Business, Procurement/Supply Chain Management, Law, Project Management or a similar relevant discipline, or an equivalent level of relevant experience.
• Trained in, or holds a sufficient level of experience of, Qualifying Defence Contracts (QDC), Defence and Security Public Contracting Regulations (DSPCR), the Public Contract Regulations (PCR) and/or the Procurement Act 2023.
• Working in teams/site attendance.

Security Clearance

Important: Before applying, due to the sensitive nature of these projects, you must be a SOLE UK National who is able to achieve and maintain UK MoD Security Clearance (SC).

Many clients and projects supported are subject to MoD security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. Details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

Additional Information

• Working Location: Hybrid; anticipated 60% on client sites or Turner & Townsend offices, with flex as required by client and business needs.
• Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer; we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, where applicable.
• For more information about Turner & Townsend, visit www.turnerandtownsend.com/

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Project Management
• Industries: Construction, Civil Engineering, and Business Consulting and Services