Senior Buyer

Teesworks; Redcar, Stockton-on-Tees; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Teesworks is seeking a Senior Buyer to support the Net Zero Teesside project in Redcar. The role involves developing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with procurement governance. Ideal candidates will have extensive procurement experience in construction and a track record of achieving results.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements, including up to 40% remote work

25 days paid annual leave (pro-rated)

Family-friendly policies, including extended maternity/adoption and paternity leave

Pension and share plans

Volunteering leave and recognition schemes

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in complex procurement processes within construction-related environments.
• Experience in developing procurement strategies across categories.
• Proven track record of exceeding results targets.

Responsibilities

• Developing Category/Subcontract strategies for procurement.
• Carrying out procurement processes for complex equipment packages.
• Negotiating with suppliers and preparing contracts/orders.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Initiative

Supply Chain Management

Tools

Oracle

Jaggaer

Job description

Locations: Darlington, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland, Stockton-on-Tees

Job Description

About the role

Do you want to be at the forefront of one of the world’s most ambitious sustainability initiatives?

Balfour Beatty has created iconic buildings and infrastructure worldwide over the past 115 years, redefining excellence and setting industry benchmarks with every project.

As a result, alongside several consortium partners, Balfour Beatty has been selected by BP (British Petroleum) to construct a first-of-a-kind fully integrated gas-fired power station with carbon capture and storage. This project is a key driver behind plans to make Teesside the UK’s first decarbonised industrial cluster.

Balfour Beatty is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Buyer to contribute to the Net Zero Teesside project at our new site in Redcar, Teesside.

What you’ll be doing

As a Senior Buyer, you will be responsible for:

1. Proposing and developing (with the Procurement Manager/Head of Procurement) indirect and direct Category/Subcontract strategies, delivering the most economical procurement route for the project.
2. Carrying out procurement processes for complex equipment packages in accordance with NZT procurement & supply chain management strategy, including:

• Preparation of requests for proposals and quotations
• Evaluation and analysis of supplier responses (both quantitative and qualitative)
• Assessing value using techniques like Most Economically Advantageous Tender or Social Value evaluation
• Conducting commercial checks for suppliers and past performance
• Negotiating with suppliers to shortlist candidates
• Making shortlist recommendations to the Procurement Manager, Head of Procurement, and project team, explaining the rationale behind choices
• Final negotiations with selected suppliers to prepare contracts/orders and ensure compliance with NZT procurement governance

Providing support and supervision to the procurement team for assigned activities

Reporting regularly on procurement and supplier performance

Monitoring the supply market to identify new suppliers and products, and engaging with suppliers to understand their offerings

Staying informed about market developments, demand trends, and risks

Delivering a high level of service by understanding customer needs, technical aspects, and process efficiency

Establishing long-term, performance-led supplier relationships focused on value, quality, and continuous improvement

Who we’re looking for

The ideal candidate will have:

• Extensive experience in complex procurement processes within construction-related environments
• Experience in developing procurement strategies across categories
• A proven track record of exceeding results targets
• Problem-solving skills and initiative to identify improvements and propose solutions
• Knowledge of procurement ERP and e-tendering systems (e.g., Oracle, Jaggaer)
• Understanding of Subcontract Procurement Processes
• Supply Chain Management experience

Why work for us

Our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious projects, developing infrastructure that supports economies and communities.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Flexible working arrangements, including up to 40% remote work
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro-rated)
• Family-friendly policies, including extended maternity/adoption and paternity leave
• Additional benefits like pension, share plans, volunteering leave, and recognition schemes

About us

Balfour Beatty’s Major Projects team delivers iconic infrastructure projects like HS2 and Hinkley Point C, using the latest technology to create sustainable solutions that benefit communities.

We cover all aspects from consultancy and design to construction and maintenance, with proven expertise in large-scale project delivery.

Diversity and inclusion

We believe diversity and inclusion are vital for success and happiness at work. Our initiatives aim to grow a diverse workforce and foster an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. Learn more at balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion.

We are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum, and AFBE. We signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter in 2020 to support Black inclusion. We are also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence ‘Employer Recognition Scheme’ and encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans, and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to supporting applicants with disabilities and long-term health conditions. For more info, visit disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk.

We aim to improve our recruitment process to be fair and inclusive. Feedback can be sent to [e-mail].