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About the role
Senior Procurement Manager - MEH Supply Chain | SZC Project
Location: Bristol | Full-Time | Competitive Salary + Benefits
Are you ready to lead procurement strategies that drive real value in one of the UK's most ambitious infrastructure projects? We're looking for a Senior Procurement Manager to join the MEH (Mechanical, Electrical, HVAC) Supply Chain team supporting the SZC (Sizewell C) Project.
Purpose of the Role
To deliver measurable value to SZC and MEH through strategic, effective procurement of services and equipment, ensuring alignment with business goals and stakeholder expectations.
What you'll be doing
* Shape and refine SZC's Acquisition Plan for MEH services and equipment.
* Lead procurement strategy development and execution.
* Manage the full ITT (Invitation to Tender) process across diverse categories.
* Develop long-term contracting strategies and supplier performance metrics.
* Drive supplier quality improvement, cost reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Collaborate across Supply Chain teams to monitor and enhance supplier performance.
* Identify and mitigate supply market risks.
* Communicate market developments and procurement insights effectively.
* Recruit, lead, and develop a high-performing procurement team.
Who we're looking for
Qualifications & Experience
* Degree and/or relevant professional qualification in Procurement or Supply Chain.
* Strong knowledge of procurement and contract management processes.
* Proven ability to mentor, lead teams, and influence stakeholders at all levels.
* Familiarity with company directives, standards, and procedures.
Desirable Attributes
* Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
* Excellent communicator and collaborator.
* Committed to personal and professional development in procurement.
MEH Values & Behaviours
We're proud of our culture and values. We're looking for someone who:
* Shares success and works collaboratively (Humility).
* Strives for solutions with a positive mindset (Positivity).
* Values diverse perspectives (Respect).
* Communicates clearly and concisely (Clarity).
* Champions a One Team approach (Solidarity).
Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.
Why join us?
As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn't rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package that's right for you and your life. Our key benefits include:
* Smart working, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
* 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
* Family friendly policies, including 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
* Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes, and more.
About us
Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick is a leader in mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) and mechanical, electrical and instrumentation (ME&I) solutions.
We design, install and maintain the complex systems and technologies that underpin the UK's national infrastructure and bring buildings to life.
Diversity and inclusion
At Balfour Beatty, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background.
We are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.
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