Senior Procurement and Supply Chain Specialist at Cavendish Nuclear in Warrington, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

procurement strategy

stakeholder management

cross‑functional collaboration

team leadership

supply chain

Develop and execute project procurement strategies aligned with cost, quality, and schedule goals
Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers
Ensure procurement deliverables are met through cross-functional collaboration
Lead and manage a procurement team, driving high performance and value delivery
Strengthen the supply chain to support both functional and business objectives

Requirements

nec

reporting

post‑contract

risk management

stakeholder engagement

cips

Strong understanding of NEC or similar contract frameworks
Confident in reporting to senior internal and external stakeholders
Experience in post-contract management within a highly regulated industry (e.g. nuclear, utilities, oil and gas)
Proven ability to manage procurement risks and implement mitigation strategies
Demonstrated success in stakeholder engagement and relationship management
Membership of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) or equivalent is desirable but not essential

Benefits

Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
‘Be Kind Day’ enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity
Employee shopping savings portal
Payment of Professional Fees
Employee share scheme
Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.
Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
Generous holiday allowance
Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows UK Cavendish employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement. This Window opens February through to March annually.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

standard (bpss) security clearance required

Company

Overview

40+ Years

Nuclear Heritage

Experience rooted in decades of nuclear expertise and legacy.

£1–1.8B Contracts

Nuclear Contracts

Delivers large-scale nuclear projects worldwide with significant financial backing.

13 Licence Sites

Licensed Nuclear Facilities

Operates and manages multiple UK nuclear sites under licence.

Evolved through amalgamations into a global nuclear specialist.
Delivers projects across the full nuclear lifecycle, including reactor build support and radioactive waste clean-up.
Operates in civil new builds, military Continuous at Sea Deterrent, and complex decommissioning.
Known for high-tech services such as plutonium facility characterisation and advanced modular reactor collaborations.
Expanding UK nuclear expertise globally with offices in Japan and the US.
Leads cutting-edge partnerships, including high-temperature gas-cooled reactor research.

Culture + Values

Creating a safe and secure world, together.
Dedicated to having a fair, honest and transparent way of working.
Uncompromising stance to anti‑bribery and corruption.
Commitment to prevent Modern Slavery.
Ensuring the security of all customer information.
High standard of employee and supplier conduct.
Utilising and supporting small and medium suppliers.

Environment + Sustainability

40% by 2024

Carbon Emissions Reduction

Aim to reduce carbon emissions by 40% by 2024 as part of the net-zero strategy.

40% Energy Use

Building Energy Efficiency

Targeting a 40% reduction in energy consumption in buildings to support sustainability goals.

50% Water Reduction

Mains Water Usage

Aiming to reduce mains water consumption by 50% to conserve resources.

60% Waste Reduction

Controlled Waste Management

Committed to reducing controlled waste by 60% and achieving zero waste to landfill.

100% Certified Packaging

Sustainable Materials

Ensuring all new packaging and stationary is FSC or PEFC certified to promote sustainable sourcing.

Aligned with Babcock International Group’s Plan Zero 40 carbon reduction plan (net zero by 2050 for UK operations).
Support nuclear as a key component of a net zero society, with involvement in SMRs, AMRs, Hinkley Point C and Sizewell C.
Increase energy efficiency of manufacturing and lab sites.
Roll-out of electric vehicles and utilisation of water capture and storage.
Carbon management performance accredited by the Carbon Trust.

Inclusion & Diversity

Identified as a Disability Confident employer with accessible workplace practices.

Articles

Careers at Cavendish Nuclear

Projects

Sustainability

Role

Description

procurement strategy

stakeholder management

cross‑functional collaboration

team leadership

supply chain

Develop and execute project procurement strategies aligned with cost, quality, and schedule goals
Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers
Ensure procurement deliverables are met through cross-functional collaboration
Lead and manage a procurement team, driving high performance and value delivery
Strengthen the supply chain to support both functional and business objectives

Requirements

nec

reporting

post‑contract

risk management

stakeholder engagement

cips

Strong understanding of NEC or similar contract frameworks
Confident in reporting to senior internal and external stakeholders
Experience in post-contract management within a highly regulated industry (e.g. nuclear, utilities, oil and gas)
Proven ability to manage procurement risks and implement mitigation strategies
Demonstrated success in stakeholder engagement and relationship management
Membership of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) or equivalent is desirable but not essential

Benefits

Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
‘Be Kind Day’ enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity
Employee shopping savings portal
Payment of Professional Fees
Employee share scheme
Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.
Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
Generous holiday allowance
Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows UK Cavendish employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement. This Window opens February through to March annually.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

standard (bpss) security clearance required

Company

Overview

40+ Years

Nuclear Heritage

Experience rooted in decades of nuclear expertise and legacy.

£1–1.8B Contracts

Nuclear Contracts

Delivers large-scale nuclear projects worldwide with significant financial backing.

13 Licence Sites

Licensed Nuclear Facilities

Operates and manages multiple UK nuclear sites under licence.

Evolved through amalgamations into a global nuclear specialist.
Delivers projects across the full nuclear lifecycle, including reactor build support and radioactive waste clean-up.
Operates in civil new builds, military Continuous at Sea Deterrent, and complex decommissioning.
Known for high-tech services such as plutonium facility characterisation and advanced modular reactor collaborations.
Expanding UK nuclear expertise globally with offices in Japan and the US.
Leads cutting-edge partnerships, including high-temperature gas-cooled reactor research.

Culture + Values

Creating a safe and secure world, together.
Dedicated to having a fair, honest and transparent way of working.
Uncompromising stance to anti‑bribery and corruption.
Commitment to prevent Modern Slavery.
Ensuring the security of all customer information.
High standard of employee and supplier conduct.
Utilising and supporting small and medium suppliers.

Environment + Sustainability

40% by 2024

Carbon Emissions Reduction

Aim to reduce carbon emissions by 40% by 2024 as part of the net-zero strategy.

40% Energy Use

Building Energy Efficiency

Targeting a 40% reduction in energy consumption in buildings to support sustainability goals.

50% Water Reduction

Mains Water Usage

Aiming to reduce mains water consumption by 50% to conserve resources.

60% Waste Reduction

Controlled Waste Management

Committed to reducing controlled waste by 60% and achieving zero waste to landfill.

100% Certified Packaging

Sustainable Materials

Ensuring all new packaging and stationary is FSC or PEFC certified to promote sustainable sourcing.

Aligned with Babcock International Group’s Plan Zero 40 carbon reduction plan (net zero by 2050 for UK operations).
Support nuclear as a key component of a net zero society, with involvement in SMRs, AMRs, Hinkley Point C and Sizewell C.
Increase energy efficiency of manufacturing and lab sites.
Roll-out of electric vehicles and utilisation of water capture and storage.
Carbon management performance accredited by the Carbon Trust.

Inclusion & Diversity

Identified as a Disability Confident employer with accessible workplace practices.

Articles

Careers at Cavendish Nuclear

Projects

Sustainability