Procurement & Supply chain

JR United Kingdom; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Procurement Specialist in Greater Manchester to enhance procurement strategies across engineering and construction sectors. The role involves managing contracts, negotiating agreements, and collaborating within multidisciplinary teams, all while promoting best practices in procurement. The position offers growth in a dynamic and supportive environment, along with attractive benefits.

Benefits

Company car or cash allowance

Up to 6% matched pension contribution

25 days holiday plus option to buy more

Life assurance and employee assistance program

Flexible/hybrid working options

Discount scheme for gym memberships, mobile plans

Supportive policies for families and personal wellbeing

Focus on professional development and progression

Qualifications

• Chartered or working towards CIPS membership with relevant experience.
• Experience in procurement or supply chain, especially within engineering.
• Strong knowledge of professional services contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement of subconsultant services across multiple projects.
• Support contract negotiation and amendments with legal teams.
• Oversee prequalification system and coordinate assessments.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Procurement excellence

Microsoft Office

Education

MCIPS or working towards it

Tools

NEC contracts

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Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

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Job Description:

Are you passionate about shaping smart procurement strategies in complex, high-impact industries?
Do you enjoy working across diverse, high-profile projects where your input directly influences success?
Ready to take your supply chain expertise to the next level in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment?
We’re looking for a Procurement Specialist to join a growing team that delivers innovative, efficient, and sustainable solutions across some of the most challenging and highly regulated sectors in the UK and Europe.
The Opportunity
As a Procurement Specialist, you’ll support the appointment of professional services across all departments and project phases—from work-winning to delivery. Your insights will contribute to the development of strategic supply chain agreements, helping teams operate effectively and deliver excellence at every stage.
This role is ideal for someone with experience in procurement or supply chain within engineering or construction project teams who is looking to develop further in a strategic and impactful environment.
Your duties and responsibilities will be:

• Managing the procurement of subconsultant professional services for a wide range of projects.
• Supporting contract negotiation and amendments in collaboration with legal teams, ensuring main contract obligations are appropriately stepped down.
• Overseeing the company’s prequalification system and coordinating assessments across departments.
• Working with NEC suite contracts and, ideally, IChemE forms.
• Driving procurement excellence across multidisciplinary project teams.
  

You will have the following qualifications & experience:

• Chartered or working towards membership of CIPS (MCIPS) with relevant experience
• Demonstrated experience in procurement or supply chain roles, ideally within engineering or construction.
• Strong working knowledge of professional services contracts (particularly NEC).
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.).
• MCIPS (Chartered Member of CIPS) or working toward it.
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to influence and guide teams through procurement best practices.
  

What’s in It for You

• Work across a varied, dynamic project portfolio that makes a real-world impact.
• Develop professionally while working with leading global brands.
• Join a high-performing, supportive team that values your input and expertise.
• Gain exposure to projects at different lifecycle stages—broadening your experience and adaptability.
• Thrive in a company that champions innovation, career progression, and continuous learning.
  

Benefits That Work for You

• Company car or cash allowance
• Up to 6% matched pension contribution
• 25 days’ holiday (+ option to buy more)
• Life assurance and employee assistance programme
• Flexible/hybrid working options
• Discount scheme (gym memberships, mobile plans, and more)
• Supportive policies for families and personal wellbeing
• Strong focus on professional development and progression
  

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and respects diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons who are eligible to live and work in the UK.

Millbank is proud to be a member of the ‘Disability Confident Scheme’. Millbank operates as an Employment Agency and Business.
Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and respects diversity.
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons who are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Millbank is proud to be a member of the ‘Disability Confident Scheme’.
Millbank operates as an Employment Agency and Business.