Overview
We have a great opportunity for a dynamic and experienced Procurement Manager to lead strategic procurement activities across major infrastructure projects. If you're passionate about delivering value, building strong supplier relationships, and driving innovation in procurement, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
* Lead the procurement of subcontract packages, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.
* Collaborate with internal teams and alliance partners to deliver integrated procurement solutions.
* Prepare and manage robust tender documentation with clarity and competitiveness.
* Apply knowledge of NEC contracts to procurement strategy and supplier engagement.
* Promote transparency and accountability in supplier selection and contract awards.
* Identify and mitigate supply chain risks throughout the procurement lifecycle.
* Champion sustainability and social responsibility in procurement practices.
* Conduct site visits and supply chain performance reviews.
* Use ERP systems (e.g., COINS) to manage procurement processes efficiently.
* Proven experience in procurement within a project-based environment.
* Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP platforms.
* Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
* A collaborative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
* Significant procurement experience.
* Understanding of supplier relationship management.
* Knowledge of the rail industry.
* Valid UK driving licence.
* Personal Track Safety certification.
About VolkerRail
VolkerRail is a leading multidisciplinary railway infrastructure contractor on heavy and light rail networks. Our ability to continuously deliver projects—from smaller contracts to nationally significant major schemes—helps our clients bring communities together and provide better services for passengers. VolkerRail comprises two businesses: Major Projects (expert in collaborative working, leading on large, multidisciplinary joint venture and alliance projects) and Specialist Businesses (expert divisions in signalling, track, power, electrification, and piling) with an in-house plant division and bespoke design teams. These work independently, as subcontractors to the rail sector, or collectively as a Tier One contractor for larger frameworks. The East West Rail Alliance is a pure alliance with three Non-Owner Participants (NOPs): VolkerRail, Atkins Global, Laing O’Rourke, and the Owner Participant (OP), Network Rail. East West Rail (EWR) phase 2 is a £1 billion programme and a prestigious project in the UK Infrastructure pipeline. It will provide a strategic route linking Oxford, Milton Keynes, Aylesbury and Bedford. VolkerWessels UK delivers innovative engineering solutions across civil, rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. VolkerWessels UK is committed to healthy, safe and productive working conditions; drugs and alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
* Private medical care
* Pension
* Life Assurance
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
* Training and development opportunities – comprehensive skills-based training
* Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity benefits
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Mental health, physical health, and financial support
* 24/7 Virtual GP service
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