Buyer-Jobs in Großbritannien

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

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

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