A Buyer is required within a national energy infrastructure organisation responsible for maintaining and developing critical networks that support homes, businesses and industry across the UK. Their work plays a key role in delivering essential infrastructure projects while supporting long-term investment, sustainability and future energy solutions.
In this role, you'll manage a varied portfolio of procurement and supply chain activities across multiple categories, supporting the delivery of regional projects and operational requirements. You'll lead end-to-end sourcing exercises including market engagement, tender preparation, supplier evaluation, negotiation and contract award, while ensuring compliance with internal governance and commercial objectives. Responsibilities will also include supplier relationship management, contract administration, performance monitoring, spend analysis and identifying opportunities to improve value, efficiency and supply chain resilience. You'll work closely with operational and commercial stakeholders, supporting project delivery through effective procurement strategies and robust contract management practices. Hybrid working is available, with occasional travel to offices, supplier locations and project sites as required.
You'll require experience managing sourcing and procurement processes, strong commercial awareness, contract management exposure and the ability to build effective relationships with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers. Experience within infrastructure, engineering, utilities, energy or similarly regulated environments would be advantageous.
Salary & benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid & flexible working, annual bonus, 12% pension, generous annual leave entitlement with additional purchase options, family-friendly policies, long-term illness protection, company car or allowance, flexible benefits including private healthcare, plus support for professional development and membership fees.
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