Senior Buyer
Murphy
Lead procurement and supply‑chain for regional water infrastructure projects.
9 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Golborne, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
3,100 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering & Digital Construction
Utility Connections
Pipeline Testing Services
Specialist Welding Services
Plant
Piling
Bridges
Tunnelling
Sector Specialisms
Energy transition
Tunnelling
Infrastructure engineering
Decommissioning
Drainage
Power systems
Construction solutions
Transportation
Role
What you would be doing
procurement strategy
supply chain
sub‑contract management
negotiations
procurement schedule
work packages
- Deliver the procurement strategy for projects and the overarching regional strategy, while developing the regional supply chain to meet both project-specific and regional demand
- Collaborate with project teams to produce work package documents.
- Develop and manage the procurement schedule.
- Provide market standard procurement solutions for the operating unit which demonstrate best overall value for money.
- Supply chain management, including structuring the supply chain, carrying out performance and relationship management to drive improved performance/cost benefits.
- Manage NEC4 and Schedule 5 sub-contract formalities, including execution, bonds, and warranties.
- Lead technical and commercial negotiations with the supply chain.
- Generate and encourage an efficient, productive and continuously improving supply chain performance within the trades.
- Prepare and issue sub-contracts in coordination with project teams.
- Provide an effective and professional delivery in the procurement of sub-contractors and materials covering: -
- Support the group procurement functional goals and objectives within the region
What you bring
procurement
nec contracts
risk management
cips
construction
senior buyer
- Regionally focused experienced procurement specialist who identifies the regional operating unit demand and supply chain capacity for the regional operating unit.
- Experienced in securing multiple high-value NEC contract awards with a strong focus on astute risk management.
- CIPS accredited or working towards is an advantage
- Experience within a procurement role, preferably gained within a construction or civil engineering environment.
- A working understanding of PMEICA procurement is highly desirable but not essential
- Previous exposure in procurement as a Senior Subcontract Buyer, gained within an engineering or construction environment.
- Detailed knowledge and understanding of work practices, processes and procedures within the construction process from pre-construction stage and into construction stage.
- 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays with the option to buy an additional 2 days holiday each year, holidays increase with length of service
- Above market rate contributory pension scheme
- Dedicated and continued investment in your professional development
- Extra weeks holiday for all employees getting married and a wedding bonus
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay and a maternity returners bonus
- Subsidised canteen facilities in core locations
- Discretionary annual bonus and annual salary review
- Life assurance, health screening and enhanced sick pay
- Other Murphy benefits include retail discounts and cashback, discounted gym memberships, cycle to work scheme etc
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship- no visa sponsorship; candidates must already have the legal right to live and work in the uk.
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Company
Overview
1951
Year Founded
Reflects the company's extensive experience and history in the industry.
- Specializes in infrastructure, utilities, energy, and water, offering both design and delivery expertise.
- Operates across multiple regions globally, combining local knowledge with international reach.
- Focuses on long-term partnerships with clients in sectors including transportation, residential, industrial, and commercial.
- Known for technical expertise and delivering complex, large-scale projects.
- Notable projects include the Hinkley Point C nuclear power station and major infrastructure upgrades across the UK and Ireland.
- Operate with integrity and transparency in everything we do.
- Encourage collaboration and teamwork to solve challenges and achieve goals.
- Value long-term relationships with customers, suppliers, and stakeholders.
- Embrace innovation and continuous improvement.
- Prioritize health, safety, and well-being in the workplace.
2050
Net Zero Carbon Emissions Target
The company aims to achieve net zero carbon emissions by the year 2050, demonstrating long-term commitment to environmental sustainability.
- Reducing operational energy consumption and improving energy efficiency.
- Minimizing waste and increasing recycling rates.
- Prioritizing sustainable practices in construction and infrastructure projects.
- Implementing eco-friendly technologies and reducing the carbon footprint of operations.
- Promoting gender equality in leadership roles and throughout the organization.
- Ensuring equal opportunities in recruitment and career advancement.
- Fostering a culture of respect and inclusivity across all teams.
- Tracking diversity metrics and continuously striving for improvement.
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