Senior Buyer & Procurement Lead — Up to 40% Remote

Balfour; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and infrastructure firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage procurement activities for high-value projects. This role involves building supplier relationships, driving strategic sourcing, and collaborating with project teams. Candidates should have proven procurement experience in construction or engineering. The position offers flexibility and a range of benefits including 25 days annual leave and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Smart working flexibility

25 days paid annual leave

Family-friendly policies

Pension and share incentive plan

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement or buying within construction, engineering, or manufacturing.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-profile environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities for complex, high-value packages.
• Build strong supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost, and delivery targets are met.
• Drive strategic sourcing initiatives and negotiate contracts.

Skills

Procurement expertise

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Knowledge of NEC contracts

Job description

A leading construction and infrastructure firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage procurement activities for high-value projects. This role involves building supplier relationships, driving strategic sourcing, and collaborating with project teams. Candidates should have proven procurement experience in construction or engineering. The position offers flexibility and a range of benefits including 25 days annual leave and family-friendly policies.