Procurement Specialist Energy and Commodities

1 month ago


East Midlands, United Kingdom Henderson Brown Recruitment Full time

Job Title: Senior Procurement Manager - Utilities & Energy

Location: Leicestershire, UK

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: £65,000 to £75,000 per annum + attractive package

This is a brand new position due to growth in the company's energy and utilities sector.

Company Overview:

A renowned FMCG company known for its innovative and premium offerings. The company prioritizes sustainability and ethical sourcing, driving growth of its loyal customer base.

Role Purpose:

In this role, you will lead procurement across all utilities (electricity, gas, water & effluent, diesel) and oversee energy and carbon reduction initiatives. You will develop and implement sourcing strategies for energy and decarbonisation, assess and manage supplier risks, and forecast future price and legislative impacts.

Main Responsibilities:

  1. Develop sourcing strategies for energy and decarbonisation, ensuring risk management and responsible business practices.
  2. Build and maintain a dynamic energy risk management strategy covering commodity, regulatory, supply, and decarbonisation risks through 2040.
  3. Lead tendering and contracting for energy supply, including Corporate Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and renewable energy contracts.
  4. Manage TPI partners to deliver high-quality services, provide accurate reporting and insights, and ensure timely market intelligence.
  5. Lead procurement for energy reduction and decarbonisation projects, develop PSLs for energy and carbon-related projects.
  6. Develop long- and short-term strategic plans, provide accurate financial forecasts, and collaborate with procurement managers to ensure effective implementation and risk management.

Requirements:

  • Strong Utilities sourcing strategy and supplier relationship management experience across multi-site portfolios.
  • Strong negotiation skills.
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams and driving change management initiatives.
  • Strong drive to deliver results and build relations at all levels.

About Henderson Brown Recruitment:

We are a leading recruitment agency specializing in FMCG and industrial sectors. Our expertise lies in providing tailored solutions to clients seeking top talent for their organizations.



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