Strategic Energy Procurement Engineer

Clarke Energy Limited; Knowsley; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension contribution (7%)

Hybrid working arrangements

Life assurance and EAP

Job summary

Clarke Energy, a Rehlko company, is seeking a Technical Procurement Engineer in Knowsley. You will shape the supply chain for major energy projects, secure suppliers, evaluate bids and collaborate with Proposals, Engineering, Commercial and Project teams globally.

This role combines commercial awareness with technical understanding in a fast-paced, project-driven environment, with UK and overseas travel as required and hybrid working options.

Qualifications

• Commercially minded procurement professional with strong analytical skills.
• Experience in procurement, strategic sourcing or supply chain management.
• Experience supporting tender and bid processes within project-based environments.
• Strong knowledge of procurement best practices, supplier management and contract negotiation.
• Experience developing procurement strategies for complex projects.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High levels of organisation and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide procurement expertise throughout bid processes, from reviewing client requirements to analyzing supply chain risks and opportunities.
• Identify procurement needs, ensure supplier capabilities, pricing and delivery commitments align with bid objectives.
• Conduct market research, identify vendors and manage supplier pre-qualification activities.
• Develop procurement plans aligned with project schedules and technical specs.
• Lead contract negotiations and secure favourable terms while managing risk.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Finance, Project Management and Sales on procurement matters.
• Maintain procurement documentation, supplier evaluations, contracts and performance reports.

Skills

Procurement

Sourcing

Bid support

Stakeholder management

Contract negotiations

Market analysis

Commercial awareness

Excel

Education

Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Excel

Job description

Clarke Energy, a Rehlko company, is seeking a Technical Procurement Engineer in Knowsley. You will shape the supply chain for major energy projects, secure suppliers, evaluate bids and collaborate with Proposals, Engineering, Commercial and Project teams globally.

This role combines commercial awareness with technical understanding in a fast-paced, project-driven environment, with UK and overseas travel as required and hybrid working options.