Senior Procurement Manager
Job Location: City: Ipswich, Country/Region: United Kingdom, Contract Type: Permanent, Pole: TRAVAUX PUBLICS (AP003), Full/Part Time: Full Time, Remote/Onsite: Hybrid, Travel Requirements: Occasional travel, Requisition ID: 1942
Overview
The Civil Works Alliance (CWA) is recruiting an experienced procurement professional to help deliver Sizewell C—a 3.2-gigawatt power station generating low‑carbon electricity for around 6 million homes. This role is a significant opportunity to lead operational excellence on a national project.
Key responsibilities
* Implementing the Contracting Strategy and Delivery & Contracting Plan as directed by the Procurement Lead
* Meeting Procurement and Supply Chain commitments within the Programme Alliance Agreement
* Leveraging opportunities with peers to mitigate market risk and deliver project‑wide efficiencies
* Developing strategic and tactical plans for supply chain resources to support current and forecasted project demands
* Ensuring supply chain performance meets the operational and commercial requirements of the business
* Leading significant negotiations to secure effective commercial outcomes and manage risk
* Supporting procurement and estimating teams with tendering, market analysis, supplier selection, risk assessment and forecasting
* Building, developing, and retaining an inclusive and skilled procurement team to meet CWA’s ambitions
* Supporting training, appraisals, retention, and recruitment activities
* Ensuring ethical and consistent procurement, complying with governance, best practice, legislation, and nuclear regulations
* Developing and maintaining a project supplier database linked to Compete For, including market assessments and engagement tracking
* Monitoring markets to identify and propose alternative procurement strategies where required
* Building robust working relationships with suppliers, sub‑contractors, and service providers to achieve best value for Sizewell C
* Driving local, diverse, and SME engagement, including assisting in “Meet the Buyer” events and community outreach
* Leading on the implementation of our Sustainable Procurement Plan
* Upholding a relentless focus on “Zero Harm” and safety at every stage
What we are looking for
* Substantial experience working within the construction industry, with a deep understanding of supply chain and procurement interfaces
* Strong negotiation skills, knowledge of legal and contracting law, supplier relationship management, and risk/opportunity management
* Proven ability to plan and manage procurement resources of varied experience and capability
* Clear communicator, able to deliver robust procurement strategies and make measured, value‑focused decisions under pressure
* Demonstrable record of achieving added value through your procurement work
It would be beneficial if you are
* MCIPS qualified, chartered with a relevant construction institute (CIOB, RICS), or hold an industry‑recognised qualification (Diploma, HNC, or degree)
* Experienced in project management, commercial acumen, and social sustainability
At CWA, we are dedicated to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and encourages a truly inclusive working environment.
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