Junior Project Buyer

Overview

Manage procurement and supply chain for projects in construction/energy sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• supply chain
• procurement
• digital tool
• cost optimization
• sustainability
• carbon reduction

Tasks

As a Junior Project Buyer, you will play a pivotal role in developing our supply chain to meet the demands of high-growth sectors such as Data Centers and Pharmaceuticals. You will be part of a close-knit team delivering expert procurement services that power our growing business and shape innovative, cost-effective, and sustainable supply strategies. -Provide a professional service in the procurement of sub-contractors. -Build and manage supply chains, including sourcing, structuring, and performance management. -Implement digital tool to improve our Supply Chain Relationship Management. -Align with and support group procurement goals. -Deliver competitive solutions balancing cost, quality, and sustainability. -Support Carbon Reduction initiatives with the supply chain. -Manage procurement of all materials for allocated projects in line with agreed strategies, ensuring best value solutions.

Requirements

• excel
• microsoft 365
• cips
• m&e
• procurement
• problem solving

What You Bring

While primarily based in Manchester, occasional travel to regional offices and project sites will be required. For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements. The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Bouygues Energies & Services and EQUANS Managers. -The ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. -Act as a category specialist across projects, ideally drawing on experience in construction or building services. -Proficiency in Microsoft 365, especially Excel. -Effective problem-solving and negotiation skills. -An understanding of strategic procurement/buying practices. -Highly methodical with a systematic approach to tasks. -Experience in M&E building services is desirable and/or experience in Procurement or a Commercial role. -CIPS or RICS or CIOB accredited degree or equivalent is desirable. -Be a strong team player with excellent verbal and written communication skills. -Attention to detail and strong time management.

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Benefits

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the most technically innovate and challenging projects. We offer competitive basic salaries with generous company benefits. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes; Hybrid working At Bouygues Energies & Services Industry, a Equans Group Company we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Bouygues Energies & Services you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network. -Private Medical Insurance -25 days annual leave (+ public holidays) -Life Cover equivalent to 4 times annual salary -2 corporate social responsibility days per year -Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme -Company Stakeholder Pension Scheme -Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalised support programmes -24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app -Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.

About Equans Uk & Ireland

-It’s part of a global powerhouse operating in 20 countries with a €19.2 billion turnover in 2024. -In the UK & Ireland, the company delivers multi‑disciplinary projects—from town regeneration to smart energy systems. -Expertise spans technical services, facilities management, low‑carbon energy, green mobility, district energy and decentralised renewables. -Typical projects include hospital energy upgrades, heat networks at universities, public sector building retrofits and urban regeneration schemes. -A standout fact: it rebranded from ENGIE in mid‑2021 to sharpen focus and agility in technical and energy services. -Now led by a locally appointed CEO, it combines global scale with regional delivery—blending international muscle with UK‑Ireland focus.

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Security Clearance

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