Senior Procurement Specialist

Matchtech; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to support a major UK infrastructure programme in Peterborough. The role is hybrid (2/3 days in the office) and focuses on leading procurement projects, developing category strategies and managing end-to-end sourcing.

You will apply NEC4 contract experience, a strong grasp of the Procurement Act 2023, and mentor colleagues while building relationships with internal and external stakeholders to secure value for money.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 and/or previous public procurement regulations.
• Minimum of five years' procurement experience within construction, infrastructure, engineering or major capital programmes.
• Experience working with NEC4 contracts.
• CIPS Level 5 qualification (MCIPS preferred) or a relevant degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Commercial Management or related discipline.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications.
• Utilities sector experience.
• Experience supporting large-scale infrastructure or capital investment programmes (£100m+ packages).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a portfolio of procurement projects, ensuring delivery against programme objectives, timescales, budget and governance requirements.
• Develop and implement procurement and category strategies aligned to business needs.
• Manage end-to-end sourcing activities, including tendering, evaluation and contract award processes.
• Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers and contractors.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Utilise market intelligence and category expertise to identify opportunities, mitigate risks and improve outcomes.
• Analyse procurement and market data to support forecasting and strategic decision-making.
• Support contract management and supplier performance activities post-award.
• Contribute to supplier relationship management and supplier exit planning where required.
• Ensure all procurement activity complies with relevant legislation, policies and governance frameworks.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, documentation and reporting.
• Support and mentor colleagues, promoting procurement excellence and continuous improvement.

Skills

Procurement Act 2023 knowledge

NEC4 contracts

Stakeholder management

Category strategies

Negotiation skills

Education

CIPS Level 5 qualification (MCIPS preferred) or related degree

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Senior Procurement Specialist
Type - Permanent
Location - Peterborough (Hybrid 2/3 days office based)
Salary - TBC Depending on experience

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Procurement Specialist to join a leading organisation supporting the delivery of a major UK infrastructure programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a portfolio of procurement projects, ensuring delivery against programme objectives, timescales, budget and governance requirements.
• Develop and implement procurement and category strategies aligned to business needs.
• Manage end-to-end sourcing activities, including tendering, evaluation and contract award processes.
• Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers and contractors.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Utilise market intelligence and category expertise to identify opportunities, mitigate risks and improve outcomes.
• Analyse procurement and market data to support forecasting and strategic decision-making.
• Support contract management and supplier performance activities post-award.
• Contribute to supplier relationship management and supplier exit planning where required.
• Ensure all procurement activity complies with relevant legislation, policies and governance frameworks.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, documentation and reporting.
• Support and mentor colleagues, promoting procurement excellence and continuous improvement.

About You

To be considered for this opportunity, you will have:

• Strong knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 and/or previous public procurement regulations.
• A minimum of five years' procurement experience within construction, infrastructure, engineering or major capital programmes.
• Experience working with NEC4 contracts.
• CIPS Level 5 qualification (MCIPS preferred) or a relevant degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Commercial Management or a related discipline.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications.

• Utilities sector experience.
• Experience supporting large-scale infrastructure or capital investment programmes. £100milliion + packages.

A fantastic opportunity to join a high-profile infrastructure programme.