Senior Procurement Lead Infrastructure Projects

Skanska UK PLC; Basildon; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

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Job summary

Skanska UK PLC is seeking a Procurement Lead for the Lower Thames Crossing project. You will lead the procurement team, manage sub-contracts, and develop sourcing strategies to deliver best value and compliant supply chains.

The role requires MCIPS or equivalent, proven leadership in procurement, strong supplier relationship management, and ability to engage stakeholders at all levels to support the UK Business Plan.

Qualifications

• Proven managerial experience in procurement and leading teams.
• Extensive knowledge of the supply chain marketplace.
• MCIPS or industry equivalent qualification.
• Excellent analytical skills and stakeholder engagement ability.
• Ability to influence and uphold procurement policy and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement and manage a portfolio of packages/categories across multiple spend areas.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies and supplier relationships.
• Line-manage procurement teams delivering category sourcing and management.
• Coordinate stakeholder relationships to support the UK Business Plan.
• Apply balanced scorecard criteria in supplier selection.

Skills

Managerial procurement experience

Team leadership

Supply chain knowledge

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

MCIPS qualification or equivalent

Job description

Skanska UK PLC is seeking a Procurement Lead for the Lower Thames Crossing project. You will lead the procurement team, manage sub-contracts, and develop sourcing strategies to deliver best value and compliant supply chains.

The role requires MCIPS or equivalent, proven leadership in procurement, strong supplier relationship management, and ability to engage stakeholders at all levels to support the UK Business Plan.