Procurement and Sourcing Manager

Overview

Strategic sourcing & buying for water projects, delivering cost, ESG and supplier performance.

Key Responsibilities

• team coaching
• vendor management
• pricing analysis
• cost reduction
• strategic sourcing
• operational sourcing

Tasks

-Provide coaching, training, and guidance to the Supply Chain team to ensure efficient day-to-day procurement operations -Vendor management – support the management of cost, supply risk, H&S & ESG. Manage relationships, performance, development also approval -Obtain competitive pricing to support tenders and bids -Cost reduction – actively look for structural changes to reduce costs -Strategic sourcing – identify and onboard quality suppliers -Operational sourcing – on a project-by-project basis, recommend suitable vendors, for both tender and execution

Requirements

• negotiation
• best value
• buying experience
• relationship building
• construction experience

What You Bring

-Strong negotiation skills -Understanding of best value (Price, quality, service & sustainability) -Previous experience in a buying / sourcing processes -Ability to build strong relationships -Previous experience in a construction or civils environment

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Benefits

-Countless training and advancement opportunities -6% employer pension contribution -24 days’ annual leave, rising to 25 after two years, with the option to buy additional days -£55k to £65k doe -Life assurance -Income protection -Discounts on retail, shopping, gym access and cinema tickets -Up to £65k plus a Company Car or Car Allowance -Private Medical Insurance -Benifex Platform - including the Technology Scheme, Dental Plan, and the Bike Scheme

About Stonbury

-Provides trusted leadership in water infrastructure solutions. -Delivers comprehensive services including design, construction, and maintenance of water networks and utilities. -Known for handling complex, large-scale projects with precision and reliability. -Manages and upgrades critical infrastructure such as treatment plants and environmental systems. -Builds a reputation for quality, emphasizing longevity and sustainability. -Serves a diverse range of clients including government, local authorities, and private sector firms.

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