Job Description
Senior Procurement Associate
We’re supporting a well-established owner/operator of large-scale operational assets with the hire of a Senior Procurement Associate to strengthen their UK commercial and procurement capability.
This is a hands-on role with real influence across procurement strategy, supplier performance, and contract management for long-term operational assets. You’ll work closely with technical, legal, and operational stakeholders to deliver value, manage risk, and ensure continuity of critical services.
What you’ll be doing
* Lead end-to-end procurement activities for goods and services supporting operational assets
* Plan and run competitive sourcing processes, including RFPs, bid evaluation, and supplier negotiations
* Partner with internal stakeholders to define scopes of work and anticipate supply chain needs
* Identify and mitigate commercial, contractual, and supply-chain risks
* Manage contracts from drafting and negotiation through to compliance and performance monitoring
* Act as a commercial focal point on claims, disputes, and contractual interpretation
* Build strong supplier relationships and drive performance through KPIs
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of procurement and contract management processes
What we’re looking for
* 5+ years’ experience in procurement, sourcing, or commercial roles (asset-intensive or infrastructure environments strongly preferred)
* Strong contract management and negotiation skills
* Confidence working cross-functionally with technical, legal, and operational teams
* Commercially astute, analytical, and highly organised
* Comfortable managing risk and handling complex supplier relationships
* Advanced Excel skills and solid understanding of supply-chain principles
* High ethical standards and discretion when handling sensitive information
Why consider this role?
* Exposure to complex, long-term operational assets
* A role with genuine ownership and visibility
* Collaborative, professional environment with scope to influence how procurement is done
* Opportunities to engage with senior stakeholders and external partners across the UK