Senior Supply Chain Manager

Balfour; Bristol; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Supply Chain Manager to lead procurement strategies for the Sizewell C project. You'll collaborate with teams to optimize supplier performance and develop strategies that drive cost-effective solutions. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Procurement or Supply Chain and possess strong procurement expertise and team leadership skills. This role offers competitive salary and flexibility with remote working options.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

25 days paid annual leave

Family friendly policies

Pension and share incentive plan

Qualifications

• Proven ability to mentor and lead teams.
• Strong knowledge of procurement and contract management processes.
• Familiarity with company directives and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement strategy development and execution.
• Manage the full ITT process across diverse categories.
• Develop long-term contracting strategies and supplier performance metrics.
• Drive supplier quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Procurement expertise

Contract management knowledge

Team leadership

Stakeholder influence

Education

Degree or relevant qualification in Procurement or Supply Chain

Job description

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Location: Bristol | Full-Time | Competitive Salary + Benefits

Are you ready to lead procurement strategies that drive real value in one of the UK’s most ambitious infrastructure projects? We’re looking for a Senior Supply Chain Manager to join the MEH (Mechanical, Electrical, HVAC) Supply Chain team supporting the SZC (Sizewell C) Project.

Senior Procurement Manager – MEH Supply Chain | SZC Project

Purpose of the Role

To deliver measurable value to SZC and MEH through strategic, effective procurement of services and equipment, ensuring alignment with business goals and stakeholder expectations.

What you'll be doing

• Shape and refine SZC’s Acquisition Plan for MEH services and equipment.
• Lead procurement strategy development and execution.
• Manage the full ITT (Invitation to Tender) process across diverse categories.
• Develop long-term contracting strategies and supplier performance metrics.
• Drive supplier quality improvement, cost reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate across Supply Chain teams to monitor and enhance supplier performance.
• Identify and mitigate supply market risks.
• Communicate market developments and procurement insights effectively.
• Recruit, lead, and develop a high-performing procurement team.

Who we're looking for

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree and/or relevant professional qualification in Procurement or Supply Chain.
• Strong knowledge of procurement and contract management processes.
• Proven ability to mentor, lead teams, and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Familiarity with company directives, standards, and procedures.

Desirable Attributes

• Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Excellent communicator and collaborator.
• Committed to personal and professional development in procurement.

MEH Values & Behaviours

We’re proud of our culture and values. We’re looking for someone who:

• Shares success and works collaboratively (Humility).
• Strives for solutions with a positive mindset (Positivity).
• Values diverse perspectives (Respect).
• Communicates clearly and concisely (Clarity).
• Champions a “One Team” approach (Solidarity).

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

Benefits

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

About Us

Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick is a leader in mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) and mechanical, electrical and instrumentation (ME&I) solutions.

We design, install and maintain the complex systems and technologies that underpin the UK’s national infrastructure and bring buildings to life.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit https://www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion.

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: [e-mail].

Disability confident employer

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

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