Senior Procurement Specialist

3 weeks ago


Blyth, United Kingdom AM Recruitment Ltd Full time

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Procurement Specialist to join our team at AM Recruitment Ltd.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Installation (EPCI) projects and be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials, equipment, and services essential to offshore projects.

Key areas of responsibility include:

  • Procurement Management: Source, evaluate, and select suppliers for materials, equipment, and services required for offshore EPCI projects.
  • Manage the procurement process from requisition to purchase order issuance, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement.
  • Negotiate contract terms, pricing, and delivery schedules with suppliers to optimize cost savings and project timelines.
  • Maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers and develop new supplier partnerships to support project needs.
  • EPCI Project Coordination: Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and ensure timely procurement of necessary resources.
  • Monitor project schedules to ensure that procurement activities align with key project milestones.
  • Identify potential risks related to supply chain disruptions and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Compliance & Quality Assurance: Ensure all procurement activities comply with industry regulations, company policies, and client requirements.
  • Work closely with the Quality Assurance team to ensure that purchased materials and services meet project specifications and standards.

Key Tasks

Maintain supplier relationships to ensure the continued supply of goods and services.

Ensure key delivery dates are met/improved to avoid project and asset delays and delivery date information is recorded within the system.

Source and qualify new suppliers - carry out competitive sourcing/tendering for projects and assets ensuring all vendors are evaluated via the Company on-boarding process.

Negotiate for the best fit and optimum costs commensurate with quality, reliability, and delivery.

Prepare and implement formal supply agreements.

Ensure continuous monitoring of lead times and expedite where required.

  • Operational Procurement from requests for quotes to evaluations and negotiations.
  • Act as the interface between customer and vendor to develop and maintain business relationships.

Key Measurables

To deliver cash savings as identified annually.

Delivery of key frameworks and contracts to achieve best value.

All suppliers & sub-contractors engaged are suitably qualified and approved.

Operational delays attributed to procurement issues are zero.

Key Behaviors

  • Excellent communication & organisational skills
  • Creative/Innovator
  • Decisive Thinker
  • Enthusiastic/Persuasive and articulate
  • Networker with strong interpersonal skills

Able to work on own initiative

Problem solving

Excellent time management

Attention to detail

Education and Qualifications Specific to Role

Essential Qualifications

Degree (or relevant work experience)

Desirable Qualifications or Equivalent Experience

  • Professional body membership
  • CIPS Qualification or equivalent

Demonstrable Experience Specific to Role

Experience of a global project buying environment

Procurement experience in multi-project, engineering environment.

  • Commercial acumen
  • Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
  • In-depth knowledge of offshore industry standards, regulations, and supply chain dynamics.
  • Excellent project management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


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