Senior Procurement Business Partner

Michael Page; England; On-site; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK airport is seeking a Senior Procurement Business Partner to lead procurement activities, focusing on construction and engineering projects. The role involves strategic sourcing, contract management, and collaboration with senior leadership for operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have strong procurement experience and advanced negotiation skills. A competitive salary of £70,000 plus benefits is offered, including annual leave, profit share, and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Salary of £70,000

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Profit Share Scheme

Flexi-Savings Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Retail Discounts

On-site Gym

Quarterly Incentives

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in managing end-to-end procurement in complex environments.
• Strong commercial acumen with knowledge of KPIs and financial modeling.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement ability.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement for construction and engineering capital projects.
• Manage procurement performance of third-party concession arrangements.
• Develop sourcing strategies aligned with infrastructure plans.

Skills

End-to-end procurement management

Contract performance management

Stakeholder engagement

Financial and data analysis

Sourcing and negotiation skills

Education

Professional accreditation (MCIPS or working towards)

Job description

Senior Procurement Business Partner – Construction & Engineering

London Luton Airport (LLA) is one of the UK's busiest and most ambitious airports, serving over 16 million passengers annually. As we continue to grow and evolve, we're investing heavily in infrastructure, innovation, and sustainability – and procurement is at the heart of that transformation.

Joining our award‑winning, CIPS Corporate Accredited Procurement team means becoming part of a forward‑thinking organisation that values strategic procurement as a driver of commercial success, operational resilience, and social value.

We've recently overhauled our procurement platform in partnership with JAGGAER, enabling intelligent automation and freeing our team to focus on high‑value activities. This investment reflects our commitment to modernising procurement, improving supplier relationships, and delivering smarter, more sustainable outcomes.

At LLA, you'll work on exciting and diverse projects – from sourcing fire engines and biometric security systems to negotiating retail concessions and delivering major construction programmes. You'll collaborate with senior leaders across the business and help shape the airport's future as we move toward becoming a carbon‑neutral operation.

Description

We are looking for a commercially focused and strategically minded Senior Procurement Business Partner to lead procurement activity across four key areas of the business:

• Senior Business Partner – Construction & Engineering
• Senior Business Partner – Commercial

This high‑profile role spans the full procurement lifecycle, from market engagement and tendering to contract award and supplier performance, and involves regular collaboration with Executive and Senior Leadership Teams (ELT/SLT). You will play a pivotal role in driving value, innovation, and resilience across the organisation, supporting both operational excellence and long‑term strategic growth.

Key Responsibilities

Construction & Engineering

• Lead procurement for capital projects including M&E, civils, and terminal refurbishments.
• Develop construction sourcing strategies aligned with infrastructure plans.
• Manage NEC/JCT contracts and collaborate with project teams and consultants.
• Ensure compliance, cost control, and milestone delivery.

Commercial – Concessions

• Manage procurement and commercial performance of third‑party concession arrangements.
• Lead sourcing and negotiation of contracts for retail, food & beverage, car parking, and transport.
• Structure revenue‑share, turnover rent, and fixed minimum agreements.
• Analyse consumer trends and spend data to inform category development.
• Align commercial partner strategies with terminal development and passenger needs.

Profile

• Proven expertise in managing end‑to‑end procurement and supplier relationships in complex, multi‑stakeholder environments.
• Strong commercial acumen, with deep knowledge of contract performance management, KPIs, and financial modelling.
• Advanced sourcing and negotiation skills, focused on delivering measurable business value.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at ELT/SLT level.
• Analytical strength, including financial and data analysis to support decision‑making and performance tracking.
• Professional accreditation, ideally MCIPS qualified or actively working towards it.

Job Offer

What's on Offer

• Salary of £70,000 + fantastic benefits.
• Annual Leave: 25 days + 8 bank holidays (extra days awarded for long service).
• Profit Share Scheme: Annual bonus based on company performance and length of service.
• Flexi‑Savings Scheme: Up to 12% employer contribution towards pension, ISA, or mortgage.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Retail Discounts: Up to 20% off at airport shops and food outlets.
• On‑site Gym: Free access for airside passholders.
• Quarterly Incentives: Bonus payments for achieving guest experience targets.

London Luton Airport is transforming its facilities management procurement, moving from fragmented legacy contracts to a unified, value‑driven model. This is a unique opportunity to shape a role, make your mark, and grow your career in a fast‑paced, high‑impact environment at one of the UK's fastest‑growing airports. Apply ASAP to be part of this exciting journey!

Shortlisting will take place ASAP, with interviews scheduled for November and early December, so we encourage early applications.

We are recruiting for multiple roles as part of this campaign; if this position isn't an exact match but you're a strong procurement professional, we'd still love to hear from you.

Please note: Any CVs submitted directly or via third parties will be forwarded to Michael Page, who are working exclusively with Luton Airport on a retained basis.