Project Buyer

EQUANS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement firm in Manchester is seeking a Project Buyer to join their Procurement team. The role involves managing procurement strategies to support high-growth sectors and delivering competitive solutions that enhance sustainability. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement practices and effective communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Life cover equivalent to 4 times annual salary

Company pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Employee assistance program

Corporate social responsibility days

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of strategic procurement and buying practices.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of sustainability and safety within procurement practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement of materials for projects, ensuring value solutions.
• Provide effective service in procurement of subcontractors and material.
• Deliver competitive procurement solutions balancing cost and quality.

Skills

Strategic procurement practices

Project management in fast-paced environments

Sustainability knowledge

Effective communication

Problem-solving skills

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Bouygues Energies & Services Industry, an Equans Group Company is looking to recruit a Project Buyer, to join the Procurement team based in Didsbury, Manchester.

As a key member of a close-knit team, the Project Buyer will deliver expert procurement services that support our growing business. This role is instrumental in shaping innovative, cost-effective and sustainable supply strategies that reduce risk and drive value.

Working as part of a small team, the Project Buyer will provide an effective, comprehensive and expert buying services to support the business.

The Project Buyer will play a vital role in developing our supply chain to meet the demands of high-growth sectors such as Data Centers and Pharmaceuticals. While primarily based in Manchester, occasional travel to regional offices and project sites will be required.

What you will deliver?

• Manage the procurement of all materials for allocated projects in line with agreed procurement strategy, ensuring best value solutions for the business.
• Provide an effective and professional service in the procurement of sub-contractors and material for strategic trades including construction stage project management.
• Deliver competitive procurement solutions that balance cost, quality and sustainability.
• Utilising your experience in M&E building services and be the category specialist across projects.
• Provide competitive procurement solutions for trades which demonstrate best overall value for money.
• Supply chain management, including sourcing and structuring the supply chain, carrying out performance and relationship management to drive improved performance / cost benefits.
• Monitor supply chain performance, compliance, workload, and financial status to ensure the company is protected.
• Be involved in all stages of the projects from, tender, preconstruction, contract negotiations and construction.
• Support the implementation of Carbon Reduction with the supply chain.
• Identify and manage risks and opportunities.
• Align with and support the group procurement goals and objectives.

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes;

• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 4 times annual salary
• Company Stakeholder Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective / individual training, and personalised support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
• 24 / 7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

• Solid understanding of strategic procurement / buying practices.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of sustainability and safety within procurement practices.
• A strong team player who is customer focused with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Effective Written and verbal Communication.
• Knowledge and skills to effectively solve problems.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and specifically Excel Software.
• Attention to detail with good time management and negotiating skills.
• Attention of Health and Safety matters.
• Experience working the M&E building services industry.

Who are we?

Equans, a subsidiary of the Bouygues group, is a world leader in the energy and services sector with operations in 20 countries, 90, employees working on 5 continents and a turnover of 19.2 billions euros in .

Bouygues Energies & Services Industry, a Equans Group company, specialise in executing technically challenging, time sensitive projects in critical environments: cleanrooms, laboratories, industrial plants, and data centres. With over 50 years of experience, we offer our clients seamless consulting and engineering solutions through an in-house design, build, operate and maintain delivery model.

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the most technically innovative and challenging projects. We offer competitive basic salaries with generous company benefits.

Whats next

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

At Bouygues Energies & Services Industry, a Equans Group Company are committed to delivering a culture where everyone's voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Bouygues Energies & Services you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You'll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.