Senior Programme Procurement Lead

National Grid; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK seeks a Senior Programme Procurement Lead to drive strategic procurement initiatives for major capital programmes. This role requires expertise in developing and executing complex procurement strategies while managing cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have MCIPS qualification and experience in large-scale infrastructure projects. This position offers a competitive salary of £50,000-£58,000, performance-based bonuses, and flexible benefits. Join a team focused on a cleaner energy future.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits like share incentive plan

Employee assistance support

Qualifications

• Proven strategy experience in large-scale infrastructure procurement.
• Experience in cross-functional team leadership.
• Ability to implement complex commercial models.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for capital programmes.
• Lead the coordination of procurement teams across platforms.
• Drive programme management to ensure timely contract awards.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Procurement strategy

Risk management

Commercial acumen

Education

MCIPS qualification

Job description

At National Grid, our commitment to a cleaner, greener energy future is powered by the dedication and ingenuity of our people. Join our team as a Senior Programme Procurement Lead and be a part of something bigger-where your unique skills and passions can make a real difference. Together, we are superpowered.

Are you ready to lead the charge in shaping strategic procurement for major capital programmes?

As a Senior Programme Procurement Lead, you’ll report directly into the Programme Procurement Manager for Electricity Transmissions (ET) Substations. You will be responsible for developing and executing complex procurement strategies for capital programmes within ET. This will involve engaging and building strong cross functional relationships with stakeholders across the business, within procurement, and externally. You will work to understand business needs and objectives, develop an aligned procurement strategy that includes a go-to-market plan for various work packages, and establish a commercial and contract model focused on achieving specified business outcomes.

This role is based out of our Warwick office, with hybrid working. We’re happy to discuss any additional flexibility in working patterns or requirements that you feel could help to make this job work for you!

What You’ll Do:

• Translate business requirements into clear, actionable supply chain strategies by working closely with stakeholders to shape and maintain a robust pipeline of future procurements.
• Collaborate with Procurement Programme Managers and stakeholder counterparts to define forward-thinking procurement strategies-including delivery models, commercial constructs, and go-to-market approaches-to proactively prepare internal teams and the supply chain.
• Lead the coordination of Procurement teams, bringing together category managers, supply chain risk experts, strategic supplier leads, and market development specialists to build cohesive strategies across capital programmes.
• Drive end-to-end procurement programme management, owning programme plans, navigating matrix teams, managing critical paths, and mitigating risks to ensure timely contract awards.
• Integrate into cross-functional teams to gain market insights and capacity intelligence, enabling stronger, data-informed supply chain planning.
• Take ownership of assessing and mitigating key procurement risks that could impact strategy delivery, fostering a proactive risk management culture across stakeholders and Business Unit leaders.
• Consolidate procurement performance across teams to support Business Unit reporting and strategic decision-making.
• Role model excellence in procurement and programme delivery, mentoring colleagues, and championing best-in-class methodologies across National Grid Procurement.

What You’ll Have:

• MCIPS qualified (or working towards) with proven strategy experience in construction capital procurement on large-scale infrastructure or construction programmes.
• Ability to lead cross functional teams and experience of programme management.
• Experience of managing capital procurement programmes within a supply chain / commercial context.
• Demonstrable ability to forge strong relationships with key stakeholders and supply chain.
• Ability to develop and implement complex commercial models and have a strong understanding of NEC4 Contract forms (A, C, E), procurement of design and construction contracts.
• Track record of delivering complex procurements in highly regulated environments, driving strategic outcomes and commercial value.

What You'll Get:

A competitive salary of £50,000-£58,000- dependent on capability.

As well as your base salary you will receive a bonus based on personal and company performance and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%.

You will also have access to several flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At National Grid, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for everyone. So, if you are excited about this role but your experience or qualifications don’t match the job description exactly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right person for our growing business in this role or another one.

About Us:

National Grid is pioneering ways to decarbonise the energy system; from building interconnectors to allow the UK to share clean energy with our neighbours in Europe, to investing in renewable energy generation in the United States. As one of the largest investor-owned energy companies in the world, National Grid is at the centre of a clean, fair, and affordable energy future, where tackling climate change and reaching net zero is a key priority.

More Information:

This role closes on 29 January 2026 at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.

Please note that in most cases, National Grid is unable to offer sponsorship for employment under the UK points-based immigration system. As such, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future under the UK points-based immigration system. However, in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and demonstrable need for specialist skills that cannot be sourced from the local labour market, National Grid may consider offering sponsorship. All applications are welcome from candidates who meet these requirements, regardless of race, nationality, or ethnic origin.