This role supports the delivery of the organisation’s Procurement Strategy and Annual Procurement Plan, managing both planned and ad-hoc sourcing activity. You’ll act as a key procurement contact for stakeholders and suppliers, ensuring value, compliance and strong supplier performance.
Client Details
My client is a large, regulated utilities business responsible for the operation, maintenance and development of essential energy infrastructure across Wales and the South West of England.
The organisation plays a vital role in serving local communities, focusing on safety, reliability and long-term resilience, while investing significantly in sustainability and the transition towards a carbon-free energy future.
Description
* Support and manage sourcing events aligned to the Annual Procurement Plan and ad-hoc business requirements

* Act as the first point of contact for suppliers and internal stakeholders on sourcing and contract queries

* Support contract management activities to maximise value and manage supplier performance

* Maintain the Approved Vendor List (AVL) ensuring supplier competence and accreditation

* Promote and ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures and governance

* Provide guidance and support to stakeholders on procurement systems and initiatives (e.g. SRM tools)

* Assist in the development and implementation of new procurement policies and processes

Profile
* Demonstrable procurement experience and/or MCIPS qualification with practical, end-to-end tendering experience

* Strong commercial awareness with a sound understanding of contract terms and supplier management

* Good working knowledge of EU procurement regulations and best-practice processes

* Confident stakeholder manager, able to influence and support at pace

* Proactive self-starter with strong ownership and accountability

* Experience using procurement systems and ERP platforms (ideally SAP S/4, Ariba or similar)

Job Offer
* Competitive salary

* Hybrid working

* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (flexible to reflect personal beliefs)

* Pension with Aviva: 5% employee contribution, doubled to 10% by the employer (15% total)

* 14x salary life assurance

* Flexible benefits scheme (gym, dental, health cash plans)

* Financial wellbeing programme

* Enhanced parental leave

* Retail discounts and cashback scheme

* Annual salary review and discretionary bonus

* Company sick pay

* In-house occupational health and employee assistance programme

* Comprehensive training and development