Subcontract Buyer

Gold Group Limited; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Subcontract Buyer for a Water Infrastructure Framework. This role involves managing procurement and commercial engagement with subcontract partners. Responsibilities include sourcing, tendering, and negotiations, while ensuring compliance with contracts. The ideal candidate will have experience in subcontract procurement in the construction sector, strong negotiation skills, and organizational capabilities. The position offers a salary of £35,000 to £45,000 and a hybrid work model.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Contributory pension

Life assurance

Private medical cover

Health insurance

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in subcontract procurement within construction or similar sectors.
• Experience managing end-to-end subcontract procurement cycles.
• Strong communication and reporting capability.

Responsibilities

• Lead the procurement of subcontract packages across regional water projects.
• Negotiate commercial terms, performance requirements, and contractual conditions.
• Monitor subcontractor performance against KPIs, quality, and programme targets.

Skills

Subcontract procurement experience

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Supplier engagement

Commercial understanding

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

CIPS qualification or progression towards certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procurement systems (P2P or ERP)

Job description

Subcontract Buyer - Water Infrastructure Framework

Sector: Construction
Type: Permanent
Location: Derby
Salary: £35,000 to £45,000 + package

Role Overview

The Subcontract Buyer will manage procurement and commercial engagement with key subcontract partners across a large framework covering the West Midlands. The role involves sourcing, tendering, negotiation, and contract administration for a range of subcontract packages, ensuring alignment with contractual obligations, governance standards, and project delivery objectives. Reporting to the Regional Procurement Manager, the position is based near Derby with hybrid working.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the procurement of subcontract packages across regional water projects
• Manage tender processes including prequalification, RFQs, and contract awards
• Negotiate commercial terms, performance requirements, and contractual conditions
• Ensure compliance with framework agreements and corporate procurement governance
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors to ensure delivery performance
• Support project teams in package scoping, cost validation, and change management
• Monitor subcontractor performance against KPIs, quality, and programme targets
• Maintain procurement documentation and ensure audit compliance
• Contribute to cost forecasting, spend analysis, and reporting
• Promote ethical, sustainable, and efficient procurement practices

Qualifications

• Proven experience in subcontract procurement within construction, utilities, infrastructure or similar sectors
• Strong commercial understanding of subcontract terms, risk allocation, and compliance frameworks
• Skilled in negotiation, stakeholder management, and supplier engagement
• Experience managing end-to-end subcontract procurement cycles
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and procurement systems (P2P or ERP platforms)
• Organised, analytical, and delivery-focused
• Strong communication and reporting capability
• CIPS qualification or progression toward certification
• Knowledge of NEC contracts and framework delivery environments
• Familiarity with ESG and sustainable procurement standards
• Experience within regulated industries, particularly water or utilities

Benefits and Development

• Generous starting salary of £35,000 to £45,000
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional purchase option
• Contributory pension, life assurance, and private medical cover
• Health insurance, cycle-to-work scheme, and employee benefits platform
• Ongoing professional development and advancement within a major framework delivery programme

How to Apply

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