Procurement Manager - Derby

About the role

Are you ready to lead procurement strategies that drive real value in one of the UK's most ambitious nuclear licensed infrastructure projects? We're looking for a Procurement Manager to join Balfour Beatty supporting the Rolls Royce fissile construction framework.

The fissile framework will see Balfour Beatty deliver the critical nuclear licensed infrastructure required to support Rolls-Royce's manufacture of fissile components for the Royal Navy's submarine propulsion systems, and the new AUKUS submarines.

The Procurement Manager as part of the wider Procurement Function will be expected to work with other members of the Rolls Royce Project team to ensure the delivery of the Procurement Strategy as well as delivering Procurement activity which is conducted in line with the Main Contract requirements, business's objectives, strategy and processes.

What you'll be doing

• Work closely with supply chain management to ensure earliest possible involvement within projects and with Bid teams.
• Liaise with project teams and business streams to understand project requirements and develop schedules into project procurement plans.
• Development and governance of package specific sourcing plans with project teams, RFQs, evaluation of supplier responses, negotiations with suppliers, order placement and contract management.
• Compile performance management information relating to suppliers for onward communication to the Supply Chain Managers, to ensure continuous improvement within the supply chain.
• Manage procurement relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders.
• Keep abreast of market developments, demand trends and risks, and ensure that each client's requirements are understood.
• Focus on exceeding minimum service expectations by delivering an agile, value adding service with a deep understanding of customer requirements, technical competence, functional knowledge and process efficiency.
• Establish performance led, long term supplier relationships focusing on value for money, service & product quality and continuous improvement to drive competitive advantage for Balfour Beatty.
• Contribute to communications with the wider procurement team to share information and learning from within business streams.
• Lead, develop and coach individuals to build high performing teams and create a pipeline of talent.
• Live the Balfour Beatty Values.
• Ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm.
• Support the delivery of the Balfour Beatty Sustainability activities.

Who we're looking for

• This role requires substantial project procurement management experience within a construction related environment.
• Previous experience in Nuclear infrastructure projects is advantageous.
• It will also require experience of projects with sub-contractors and suppliers.
• Demonstrate a proven track record within strategic sourcing, managing supplier relationships, negotiation, process compliance, leading complex sourcing activities and supplier integration into project teams.
• The role will require excellent analytical skills, strong commercial awareness, a measured approach to decision making and the ability to ensure best value procurement.
• The ability to adopt a pragmatic, yet disciplined approach to process compliance, is essential.
• An understanding of legal frameworks and contract law is desirable.
• MCIPS qualification or degree is desirable.

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn't rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package that's right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more

About us

Balfour Beatty works at the heart of the UK's rail networks - designing, enhancing and maintaining thousands of miles of the railways that connect communities and underpin growth.

From feasibility studies, planning and design through to implementation and asset management, we provide multi-disciplinary rail infrastructure services across the lifecycle of rail assets. Our expertise covers electrification, track, power, civils, specialist rail plant, railway systems and technologies.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit

To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit:

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