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 - Senior Procurement Specialist
Type - Permanent
Location - Peterborough (Hybrid: 2 to 3 days in office + London attendance as required)
Salary - Up to £62,000 + exceptional benefits
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