Proven experience as a Senior Procurement Specialist or similar procurement-focused role.


A leading UK organisation delivering a major infrastructure programme is currently recruiting for a Senior Procurement Specialist on a full time, permanent basis, offering hybrid working between Peterborough and London.


Role - Procurement Manager
Type - Permanent
Location - Peterborough & London (Hybrid: 2-3 days in office + London attendance as required)
Salary - Up to £62,000 + exceptional benefits (private healthcare, double-matched pension, bonus, life assurance)


Key responsibilities for the Senior Procurement Specialist will include and will not be limited to:


*Lead a portfolio of procurement projects within a major infrastructure programme, ensuring they’re delivered on time, compliant, and delivering real value.
*Run supplier selection, tendering, and commercial negotiations in line with the Procurement Act 2023 and internal governance.
*Build strong market and category insight to shape effective procurement strategies that meet programme needs now and in the future.
*Work closely with stakeholders and the Commercial team to manage risk, control costs, and keep projects on track.
*Provide clear, accurate data and reporting to support decision-making and improve programme visibility.
*Support post-award contract management, highlight improvement opportunities, and help with supplier transitions where needed.
*Mentor colleagues and share best practice to help strengthen procurement capability across the programme.


Key skills and experience required for the Senior Procurement Specialist and will not be limited to:


*Strong track record of delivering procurement strategies within major infrastructure, construction, or capital delivery environments.
*Solid understanding of the Procurement Act 2023 (or PCR2015/UCR2016) and wider procurement legislation.
*5+ years’ experience in procurement or commercial roles, with strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking.
*Hands-on experience working with NEC4-based procurement and commercial frameworks.
*Confident managing multiple complex projects with strong planning and project management skills.
*Excellent communicator who can influence senior stakeholders and lead effective negotiations.
*Comfortable using Microsoft 365 to support analysis, reporting, and decision-
*CIPS Level 5 (MCIPS preferred) or a relevant degree in procurement, supply chain, or commercial studies.
*Experience in the Utilities or regulated sector is an advantage.




To apply for this Senior Procurement Specialist / Procurement Lead / Procurement Manager / Category Manager / Strategic Procurement Specialist / Commercial Procurement Specialist position, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.