Senior Buyer / Procurement Manager – MEP Contractor
Location: Derby
Salary: Up to £75,000 + Excellent Benefits Package
Package Includes:
* Up to £75,000 basic salary
* 8% pension contribution
* Car allowance
* Private healthcare
* Bonus scheme
* Opportunity to work with a market-leading MEP contractor on major projects exceeding £50 million
The Opportunity:
A market-leading MEP Contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to join their established commercial and procurement team based on a major project in Derby. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering multiple high-profile mechanical and electrical packages across this major manufacturing facility, with package values in excess of £20 million.
You will be responsible for leading procurement strategies across this multi-phased scheme set to run for 5+ years, ensuring the timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials, plant, and subcontract packages while maintaining the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage procurement of mechanical and electrical materials across multiple projects
* Source and negotiate subcontract packages including specialist M&E services
* Develop and maintain strong supplier and subcontractor relationships
* Secure best value through strategic purchasing and negotiation
* Monitor market trends, supplier performance, and material availability
* Collaborate closely with commercial, operational, and project delivery teams
* Ensure procurement activities align with project budgets and timelines
* Support risk management and supply chain resilience strategies
Candidate Requirements:
* Proven experience as a Senior Buyer, Buyer, or Procurement Manager within the M&E / MEP sector
* Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical building services procurement
* Experience procuring both materials and subcontract packages
* Background working with MEP contractors or major building services companies
* Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
* Ideally based within commutable distance to Bristol
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK’s leading MEP contractors, offering long-term career progression, exposure to landmark projects, and an exceptional salary and benefits package.
If you are an ambitious procurement professional with a strong M&E background looking to progress your career with a major contractor, we would like to hear from you.
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