Procurement Consultant

1st Executive Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the UK is looking for a Procurement Consultant to support various major programmes in sectors such as infrastructure and defence. This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and work alongside senior specialists. Candidates should have experience in procurement processes and strong analytical skills. The position provides a dynamic environment for professional growth and development of procurement qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement activity in relevant sectors such as infrastructure or defence.
• Good understanding of procurement principles and supplier markets.
• Strong communication skills for engaging stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end procurement processes including tender preparation.
• Assist in developing market engagement materials and commercial analyses.
• Work with team members to deliver advisory services.

Skills

Procurement activity support

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Procurement Consultant - Procurement & Contract Advisory

Location: Anywhere in UK

Excellent opportunity to join a leading organisation as a Procurement Consultant to support a wide range of major programmes across infrastructure, defence, energy and related sectors. This is an ideal role for individuals looking to accelerate their development within a fast‑paced consultancy, gaining hands‑on experience across large‑scale projects and working alongside senior specialists in procurement, commercial strategy and supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end procurement processes including research, tender preparation, evaluation and award.
• Assist in developing procurement documentation, market engagement materials and commercial analyses.
• Work with team members to deliver procurement and contract advisory services to major clients.
• Contribute to project reporting, stakeholder communication and data analysis.
• Support the development of category approaches and supplier intelligence.
• Engage professionally with client and supplier stakeholders as part of the delivery team.
• Contribute to team objectives, continuous improvement and service development activities.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting procurement activity in infrastructure, defence, energy or other relevant environments.
• NEC, JCT or public Sector experience in high demand.
• Understanding of procurement principles, commercial basics and supplier markets.
• Strong organisational and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and confidence engaging with stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and manage multiple tasks.
• Proactive, adaptable and eager to learn within a consultancy setting.
• Interest in pursuing procurement qualifications and developing professional capability.
• Security Clearance (SC) is advantageous, though not required.