Project Buyer

Bouygues Energies & Services has a fantastic opportunity available for a Project Buyer to be based from our Bristol office in Bradley Stoke. 

You will work on the exciting Sizewell C (SZC) project bid phase, following on from our success on the Hinkley Point C (HPC) emergency diesel generators project. This is a unique opportunity to grow your career with us and be part of something big

Job Purpose:

To support and manage procurement activities for the Sizewell C (SZC) Emergency Diesel Generator (EDG) project, including RFP preparation, tender assessments, supplier engagement, and subcontract negotiations.

The role also involves maintaining compliance with project and safety standards, refining procurement processes, and consolidating supply chain feedback to enhance client negotiations and project outcomes. 

The Role:

Procurement Strategy and Planning:
- Develop and support the Procurement Strategy and Schedule with the Project Procurement Manager.
- Refine Procurement Procedures to align with company and project goals.

Supplier & Contract Management:
- Identify and engage potential suppliers, focusing on those with nuclear industry experience.
- Suggest value-for-money improvements based on technical specifications.
- Draft sub-contract documents to meet project requirements and align with the main contract.
- Manage the full tendering process, including RFI/ITT documentation and supplier evaluations.
- Act as the main liaison between suppliers and the project team.

Financial & Commercial Coordination:
- Work with Finance on pricing, payment terms, currency allocation, bonds, and insurance.
- Negotiate cost-effective solutions with subcontractors.
- Issue regret letters and coordinate contract awards.

Post-Contract Support:
- Assist with subcontractor performance management and provide commercial support.
- Ensure supply chain adherence to client contract requirements.

Compliance & Documentation:
- Maintain a documented procurement process with approved decision-making milestones.
- Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, Quality policies, and company guidelines.
- Support audits, procurement KPIs, and quality management updates.

The person will ideally have:

Previous procurement experience – we are happy to consider someone from a Procurement Admin background looking to develop their career, as well as more experienced professionals.  

Excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills,

Strong administration and planning skills.

Experience/knowledge of single source negotiation processes.    

We rely on the experience and expertise of our people to help us deliver our projects. In addition to your technical expertise, we are looking for people who demonstrate our key values - Respect, Excellent, Courage, Integrity, Passion and Empowerment. We expect all staff to contribute towards our commitment to the health, safety and wellbeing of our staff and members of our supply chain.

In return, we offer a challenging and rewarding working environment, with the opportunity to work across a range of high-profile projects.

Why choose Bouygues? Why be one of our next generation?

A blend of structured training and hands-on experience

The opportunity to work on ambitious and complex projects alongside industry leading experts

UK and worldwide opportunities

Volunteering opportunities

Be Yourself

Here at Bouygues we value the creativity and innovation that our diverse workforce brings, encouraging people from all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented communities to apply. By joining us, you will be inspired to bring your full self to the workplace, speak up and share your unique ideas. You will also have an opportunity to join our employee led diversity & inclusion communities such as WeLink (women network), Encompass (LGBTQ+), Kaleidoscope (BAME), Disability and Wellness peer support network, Parents and Carers network.

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

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