Strategic Procurement Specialist

22 hours ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Turner & Townsend Full time

Turner & Townsend is a leading global consultancy with 3,000 employees in the UK and 6,000 globally. This organisation has recently been ranked number 1 in the Times PWC Top Track 250.

We are a dynamic and innovative company, quick to respond to market trends and with a reputation for quality. Our team is focused on delivering exceptional results, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture.

Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity, and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects worldwide.

We have new opportunities for Senior Procurement Consultants to join our growing Contract Services team in the UK. Work on large-scale projects, deliver advice, and make a difference. Collaborate with an outstanding team of specialist procurement and other consultants.

The Contract Services team includes specialists in procurement and contract strategy, claims management, and dispute resolution services. We are the first consultancy to be recognised by the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) for excellence in procurement processes.

This role will be part of our expanding Contract Services team and play a significant part in our continued growth and service expansion during this exciting period. Responsibilities include:

  • Providing strategic procurement advice to Public and Private sector clients.
  • Leading end-to-end procurement services for major projects or programmes.
  • Supporting the development of procurement services provided by T&T.
  • Supporting business development and marketing of the Contract Services team's service proposition.
  • Delivering both team and wider business targets.
  • Supporting bid preparation and proposal documentation and enhancing the work-winning capability of the Contract Services team.

Turner & Townsend offers the right candidate a distinct opportunity to rapidly progress their career within a dynamic and entrepreneurial team. This will be achieved through experiencing large-scale projects, developing innovative solutions, working with blue-chip organisations, and becoming trusted experts.

A Hybrid method of working is encouraged to provide a practical work-life balance. The team strives for best practices in procurement and supports individuals to achieve Chartered Status for CIPS. Regular professional development will be available to maintain high standards.

Further opportunities exist to travel nationally and internationally to service key commissions for our client portfolio.

Requirements include:

  • Experience of leading projects in a strategic procurement environment.
  • Experience of supplier engagement activities, including market engagement and contract award.
  • Cross-sector experience with Public/Utilities Contract Regulations.
  • A degree related to construction, civil engineering, quantity surveying, law, or procurement is preferred.
  • Preferred experience working in Defence, Utilities, Infrastructure sectors.
  • Ability to develop procurement strategy within a project context.
  • Understanding of commercial principles and modelling.
  • Delivery of strategy and/or development of documentation in a capital project environment.
  • Autonomy and independence are essential for success.


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