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Senior Procurement Specialist

2 months ago


Walsall, Walsall, United Kingdom Urban Connect LTD Full time

At Urban Connect LTD, we are seeking a skilled Senior Procurement Specialist to join our team. As a key member of the procurement department, you will play a vital role in shaping our procurement strategy and ensuring the delivery of high-quality goods and services.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

  • Collaborating with project teams to understand their procurement needs and provide timely support.
  • Ensuring procurement activities align with project schedules and budget constraints, optimizing cost-efficiency without compromising on safety or quality.
  • Developing strong relationships with key suppliers and category leads for both frameworks and the wider supply chain.
  • Negotiating contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers to secure cost-efficient solutions while maintaining quality and service.

You will thrive in a fast-paced environment, able to deliver a professional, customer-focused service, supporting the transactional needs of our operations teams. If you have a strong understanding of the construction/civil engineering industry, excellent communication and people skills, and a proactive approach, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Procurement Duties:
  • Collaborate with project teams to understand their procurement needs and provide timely support.
  • Ensure procurement activities align with project schedules and budget constraints.
  • Develop strong relationships with key suppliers and category leads.
  • Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers.
Reporting Duties and Record Keeping:
  • Support the provision of monthly spend reports.
  • Support the delivery of department KPIs.
  • Submit detailed cost analysis to senior management and site teams.
Key Measures & Targets:
  • Monitor and manage best value achieved through procurement activities.
  • Monitor and manage order placement for delivery on time and in full.

Person Specification:

  • Purchasing experience within the construction/civil engineering industry.
  • Experience in the water sector with a keen understanding of associated goods and services.
  • Experienced negotiator with a proven track record of establishing long-term relationships.
  • Demonstrable commercial awareness with the ability to control and monitor budgets.
  • Excellent communication and people skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you are a motivated and experienced procurement professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.