Astute's Renewables Team is partnering with a UK‑based renewable energy company that specialises in the development, construction and operation of utility‑scale solar projects, to recruit a Senior Procurement Officer for their UK business.
The Senior Procurement Officer offers a salary of up to £65,000, along with training and development opportunities.
Responsibilities
* Lead and manage end‑to‑end procurement activities across large‑scale renewable energy projects, ensuring alignment with commercial and operational objectives.
* Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies to optimise supplier performance, mitigate risk and deliver long‑term value across the supply chain.
* Lead high‑value supplier and subcontractor negotiations, securing favourable commercial, contractual and legal terms.
* Build and manage strategic supplier relationships, driving performance, service delivery and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Oversee contract management activities including tendering, contract execution, compliance and commercial governance.
* Conduct market analysis and supply chain assessments to identify procurement risks, cost‑saving opportunities and sourcing improvements.
* Partner with senior project and operational stakeholders to provide procurement leadership and support across multiple business‑critical projects.
* Drive procurement best practice, governance and process improvement initiatives while supporting cost reduction, supply chain resilience and overall business performance.
Professional Qualifications
* Degree qualified in a relevant discipline or equivalent industry experience within procurement, construction, engineering or infrastructure sectors.
* Strong knowledge of tendering processes, procurement strategy and contract management, with exposure to construction contracts.
* Commercially aware with strong negotiation skills and a focus on cost control, quality and supplier performance.
* Highly organised and capable of managing multiple priorities, stakeholders and procurement activities simultaneously.
* Self‑motivated team player with strong communication skills, leadership capability and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Personal Skills
* Experienced procurement professional with a strong track record in strategic sourcing, supplier management and contract negotiation.
* Commercially aware, with the ability to balance cost, quality and risk effectively.
* Confident working in a fast‑paced environment and managing end‑to‑end procurement activities.
* Strong at stakeholder engagement, with the ability to influence and build effective relationships at all levels.
* Proactive and solution‑focused, with a continuous improvement mindset and experience in regulated or project‑based environments beneficial.
Salary and Benefits
* Salary up to £65,000, depending on experience.
* Training and Continuous Professional Development.
* Life Insurance.
* Health Insurance.
* Cycle to Work Scheme.
Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative.
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