Buyer at Strabag Uk in London, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

procurement

supplier evaluation

contract management

supply chain

negotiation

market monitoring

Deliver a consistent procurement approach across all projects within the region from work winning / pre-construction stage.
Supporting the development of work package documents in conjunction with project teams
Ensure a robust negotiation process is applied in the engagement process.
Providing a comprehensive procurement service for all projects
Support activities that generate and encourage an efficient, productive and continuously improving supply chain performance.
Ensure decisions are not focussed upon lowest price but overall best value for money
Provide market competitive procurement solutions for the operating unit which demonstrate best overall value for money.
Ensure contract arrangements and package details are comprehensive and protect the business in its dealings with suppliers.
Support the development of an accredited and structured supply chain that is aligned to the regional demands and overall strategy.
Support the supply chain management activities, including structuring the supply chain, carrying out performance and relationship management to drive improved performance/cost benefits.
Supporting the production and driving of the procurement schedule
Ensure supplier evaluation forms and risk assessments are maintained.
Support the monitoring of the supply chain performance, workload and financial status to protect the corporate position.
Support the group procurement functional goals and objectives within the region.
Continuously seek out and assess new supply chain members to meet regional project demand.
Provide an effective and professional service in the procurement of materials covering: - Work winning supply chain selection for Bid Leader
Support the development of the supply chain, products and innovations that bring cost and/or buildability benefits
Input to the monitoring of the marketplace to ensure awareness of pricing trends, risks and opportunities.

Requirements

ms office

tendering

contracts

supply chain

3+ years

time management

This will be a site based role with requirements for x2 days per week in Ipswich and 2 days working from our St James's Park, London head office. with hybrid work offered to 1 or 2 days working from home.

Good product and supplier knowledge
Experience of running supply chain events
Detailed knowledge and understanding of work practices, processes and procedures within the construction process from pre-construction stage and into construction stage.
Good time management skills.
Experience with tendering process (Compete For etc)
Minimum 3 years Buying experience
Good existing business network and relationships with the supply chain.
Good working knowledge of contracts.
MS package knowledge (e.g. Outlook, Excel, Word, Visio, MS Project).

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

48 Km Tunnels

Major UK Infrastructure Project

Designed and constructed 48 km of HS2 tunnels demonstrating engineering expertise.

£197m Turnover

Annual Financial Milestone

Achieved nearly £197 million in revenue despite facing operational challenges.

Established in the UK in 2011, the company weaves global engineering expertise into the British landscape.
As a subsidiary of a major European technology-led builder, it handles everything from roads and rail to airports and industrial facilities.
It secured its first major UK civil contract in 2017 designing and constructing 48 km of HS2 tunnels and later launched its own tunnelling projects.
In 2023–24, it built a state‑of‑the‑art factory in Hartlepool to produce precast tunnel segments—supporting HS2 and local jobs.
Its projects range from mega‑infrastructure schemes to light industrial buildings, data centres, logistics hubs and ground‑engineering works.
Known for integration across the full build journey—design, planning, execution and commissioning—it brings complex structures to life.
Its innovation extends to techniques like ground freezing in London and automated precast production, showcasing engineering prowess.

Culture + Values

Partnership – dealing with each other in an appreciative manner and meeting at eye level
Trust – count on each other, be aware of the responsibility and give room for independent thinking and acting
Solidarity – stand up for each other, take responsibility for successes and failures, live team spirit even in difficult times, and stand by each other
Innovative spirit – create spaces for ideas, allow mistakes and see them as valuable learning experiences
Commitment – define and pursue common goals, actively contribute
Modesty – set realistic expectations of ourselves and others, remain down‑to‑earth
Sustainability – taking (joint) responsibility for ourselves, our company and our environment – now and tomorrow, lasting success instead of quick victories
Respect – being open to other points of view and ideas, human and appreciative togetherness
Reliability – stand by our word, say what we do and do what we say

Environment + Sustainability

42%

GHG Emissions Reduction

Committed to reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% and Scope 3 by 25% by 2030 under the Science-Based Targets Initiative.

3.477TWh

Renewable Energy Consumption

Consumed over 3.477 terawatt-hours of renewable energy in 2023, with ongoing expansion of photovoltaic, geothermal, and green hydrogen technologies.

250+

Innovation Projects

Over 250 innovation projects focused on advancing environmental and operational sustainability.

400+

Sustainability Projects

More than 400 sustainability projects implemented to drive environmental responsibility and efficiency across operations.

Aiming for net-zero across entire value chain by 2040
Key milestones set for administration (2025), construction (2030), operations (2035), and materials (2040)
Global CO₂ emissions monitoring system established for Scope 1 & 2 reduction strategies
Decarbonisation strategies include fleet electrification, energy efficiency, and renewable adoption

Inclusion & Diversity

+6% increase

Women in Management

Annual growth rate of women in management roles.

0% gender pay gap

Pay Equality Target

Commitment to achieving zero gender pay gap.

100% leaders trained

EDI Training Completion

All leaders complete mandatory Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) training.

160+ nations represented

Global Workforce Diversity

Employees from over 160 nations contribute to a diverse global workforce.

Support for career development regardless of gender or gender identity; offering flexible working, remote‑work, job‑sharing, and subsidised parental leave
Intergenerational mentoring and coaching programmes; flexible working‑time models
Memberships: myAbility (disability network) and Women’s Empowerment Principles endorsement
Zero‑tolerance anti‑discrimination: ombudsperson and whistleblower channels for reporting bias or harassment

Articles

Career Opportunities

Company Overview

Projects

Role

Description

procurement

supplier evaluation

contract management

supply chain

negotiation

market monitoring

Deliver a consistent procurement approach across all projects within the region from work winning / pre-construction stage.
Supporting the development of work package documents in conjunction with project teams
Ensure a robust negotiation process is applied in the engagement process.
Providing a comprehensive procurement service for all projects
Support activities that generate and encourage an efficient, productive and continuously improving supply chain performance.
Ensure decisions are not focussed upon lowest price but overall best value for money
Provide market competitive procurement solutions for the operating unit which demonstrate best overall value for money.
Ensure contract arrangements and package details are comprehensive and protect the business in its dealings with suppliers.
Support the development of an accredited and structured supply chain that is aligned to the regional demands and overall strategy.
Support the supply chain management activities, including structuring the supply chain, carrying out performance and relationship management to drive improved performance/cost benefits.
Supporting the production and driving of the procurement schedule
Ensure supplier evaluation forms and risk assessments are maintained.
Support the monitoring of the supply chain performance, workload and financial status to protect the corporate position.
Support the group procurement functional goals and objectives within the region.
Continuously seek out and assess new supply chain members to meet regional project demand.
Provide an effective and professional service in the procurement of materials covering: - Work winning supply chain selection for Bid Leader
Support the development of the supply chain, products and innovations that bring cost and/or buildability benefits
Input to the monitoring of the marketplace to ensure awareness of pricing trends, risks and opportunities.

Requirements

ms office

tendering

contracts

supply chain

3+ years

time management

Good product and supplier knowledge
Experience of running supply chain events
Detailed knowledge and understanding of work practices, processes and procedures within the construction process from pre-construction stage and into construction stage.
Good time management skills.
Experience with tendering process (Compete For etc)
Minimum 3 years Buying experience
Good existing business network and relationships with the supply chain.
Good working knowledge of contracts.
MS package knowledge (e.g. Outlook, Excel, Word, Visio, MS Project).

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

48 Km Tunnels

Major UK Infrastructure Project

Designed and constructed 48 km of HS2 tunnels demonstrating engineering expertise.

£197m Turnover

Annual Financial Milestone

Achieved nearly £197 million in revenue despite facing operational challenges.

Established in the UK in 2011, the company weaves global engineering expertise into the British landscape.
As a subsidiary of a major European technology-led builder, it handles everything from roads and rail to airports and industrial facilities.
It secured its first major UK civil contract in 2017 designing and constructing 48 km of HS2 tunnels and later launched its own tunnelling projects.
In 2023–24, it built a state‑of‑the‑art factory in Hartlepool to produce precast tunnel segments—supporting HS2 and local jobs.
Its projects range from mega‑infrastructure schemes to light industrial buildings, data centres, logistics hubs and ground‑engineering works.
Known for integration across the full build journey—design, planning, execution and commissioning—it brings complex structures to life.
Its innovation extends to techniques like ground freezing in London and automated precast production, showcasing engineering prowess.

Culture + Values

Partnership – dealing with each other in an appreciative manner and meeting at eye level
Trust – count on each other, be aware of the responsibility and give room for independent thinking and acting
Solidarity – stand up for each other, take responsibility for successes and failures, live team spirit even in difficult times, and stand by each other
Innovative spirit – create spaces for ideas, allow mistakes and see them as valuable learning experiences
Commitment – define and pursue common goals, actively contribute
Modesty – set realistic expectations of ourselves and others, remain down‑to‑earth
Sustainability – taking (joint) responsibility for ourselves, our company and our environment – now and tomorrow, lasting success instead of quick victories
Respect – being open to other points of view and ideas, human and appreciative togetherness
Reliability – stand by our word, say what we do and do what we say

Environment + Sustainability

42%

GHG Emissions Reduction

Committed to reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% and Scope 3 by 25% by 2030 under the Science-Based Targets Initiative.

3.477TWh

Renewable Energy Consumption

Consumed over 3.477 terawatt-hours of renewable energy in 2023, with ongoing expansion of photovoltaic, geothermal, and green hydrogen technologies.

250+

Innovation Projects

Over 250 innovation projects focused on advancing environmental and operational sustainability.

400+

Sustainability Projects

More than 400 sustainability projects implemented to drive environmental responsibility and efficiency across operations.

Aiming for net-zero across entire value chain by 2040
Key milestones set for administration (2025), construction (2030), operations (2035), and materials (2040)
Global CO₂ emissions monitoring system established for Scope 1 & 2 reduction strategies
Decarbonisation strategies include fleet electrification, energy efficiency, and renewable adoption

Inclusion & Diversity

+6% increase

Women in Management

Annual growth rate of women in management roles.

0% gender pay gap

Pay Equality Target

Commitment to achieving zero gender pay gap.

100% leaders trained

EDI Training Completion

All leaders complete mandatory Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) training.

160+ nations represented

Global Workforce Diversity

Employees from over 160 nations contribute to a diverse global workforce.

Support for career development regardless of gender or gender identity; offering flexible working, remote‑work, job‑sharing, and subsidised parental leave
Intergenerational mentoring and coaching programmes; flexible working‑time models
Memberships: myAbility (disability network) and Women’s Empowerment Principles endorsement
Zero‑tolerance anti‑discrimination: ombudsperson and whistleblower channels for reporting bias or harassment

Articles

Career Opportunities

Company Overview

Projects