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Project Procurement Lead – Capital Projects (Pharma/Biotech)
Location: Slough (initially), moving to Reading
Contract Rate: Up to £560 per day (Inside IR35)
Contract:12 Months
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Project Procurement Lead to oversee procurement operations for large-scale investment projects, valued between £5 million and £500 million, within the pharmaceutical/biotech sector. The role involves end-to-end commercial ownership of goods and services procurement during the construction of manufacturing, laboratory, and office facilities.
This is a strategic and hands-on position that will play a crucial role in project delivery at our Slough site, transitioning to Reading as the project evolves.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement Procurement Execution Strategies for assigned CAPEX projects.
* Lead procurement and contract management activities for goods such as process equipment, lab supplies, utilities systems, and automation components.
* Oversee procurement of services including construction, HVAC, electrical, cleanroom fit-out, and engineering consultancy.
* Maintain and manage the Procurement Master Plan (PMP), ensuring effective tracking, risk identification, and reporting.
* Collaborate closely with internal teams (engineering, quality, finance, legal) and external partners (suppliers, EPCM/EPC firms).
Essential Requirements
* 10+ years’ experience in procurement for large CAPEX projects, ideally in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry.
* Proven background in plant/facility construction procurement.
* Strong commercial acumen and contract management expertise.
* Fluent in English; German language skills a plus.
* Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in matrix and cross-functional environments.
* Engineering or technical background (Process, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical) is advantageous.
Why Join?
* Be part of a high-impact pharmaceutical infrastructure project
* Work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with top-tier professionals
* Long-term contract with competitive rates
* Contribute to building state-of-the-art manufacturing and R&D facilities
Apply Now
If you have significant CAPEX procurement experience in a regulated environment and are ready to take on a major project with global impact, we want to hear from you.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Contract
Job function
* Job function
Information Technology
* Industries
Biotechnology Research and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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