Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Competitive, commensurate with experience

About the Role
The purpose of this role is to deliver a best-in-class procurement service through the development and implementation of procurement strategies in accordance with agreed procurement policies and processes. You will engage with the supply chain to deliver enhanced value to the Sizewell C project and support the achievement of its commitments to stakeholders and local communities.

Sizewell C (SZC) is owned by EDF and HMG through NNB Holdings Company (SZC) Limited. The project involves designing, financing, constructing, commissioning, operating, maintaining, and eventually decommissioning the nuclear power plant and related infrastructure in Suffolk. The current development phase focuses on completing the Capital Raise Plan, securing core supply chain contracts, and obtaining regulatory permits and licences required for construction.

As Procurement Manager, you will implement procurement strategies as directed by the senior procurement manager and be responsible for delivering project procurement objectives. You will support procurement and estimating teams with tendering, market analysis, supplier selection, risk and opportunity assessments, and forecasting requirements.

Your responsibilities include managing the procurement process for subcontractors, materials, plant, and services in line with project strategy and commitments, ensuring compliance with governance, legislation, and nuclear regulations. You will develop and maintain the project supplier database, monitor markets, provide alternative procurement strategies, and deliver management information and reports.

Additionally, you will contribute to managing supply chain performance, build strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure best value, assist in developing local, diverse, and SME engagement strategies, and lead the Local Sustainable Procurement Plan. A relentless focus on Zero Harm is essential throughout all activities.

Experience
- Proven experience working within the construction industry with knowledge of interfaces and relationships involved.
- Demonstrated ability to manage, plan, and structure operational procurement resources of mixed experience and capability.
- Experience delivering robust procurement strategies and added value through procurement activity.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to work under pressure, focus on targets, and make measured decisions to ensure best value procurement.

About You
- Skilled negotiator with knowledge of legal and contracting law.
- Experienced in supplier relationship management, risk and opportunity management, project procurement strategy, supply chain planning, and logistics.
- Ethical and consistent approach to procurement with a focus on compliance and best practice.
- Ability to support and develop a team of procurement professionals including training, appraisals, retention, and recruitment.
- Commitment to social sustainability and fostering local and diverse supplier engagement.
- Strong commercial and business acumen with client and stakeholder management skills.
- People management experience is desirable.
- Understanding of nuclear culture and behaviours is advantageous.

Qualifications
- Essential: Relevant experience in construction procurement.
- Desirable: Membership of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (MCIPS) or chartership with a construction-focused institute such as CIOB or RICS.
- Industry qualifications such as Diploma Level 4, HNC in Building Studies, or Degree qualification are advantageous.