Senior Procurement Specialist

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Location: Leeds / Manchester / Sheffield

Salary: 50k-60k plus excellent benefits (per annum)

Job type: Permanent

Working pattern: Full time / Flexible working

Industry: Engineering / Procurement

Company: Hays

Consultant: Garry Walker

Hays office: Leeds — Part 6th Floor, Broad Gate, The Headrow

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Your new company
You will join a respected consultancy operating across the built environment, supporting major construction and infrastructure programmes in the UK and internationally. The organisation has a strong reputation for high quality procurement advisory services and is known for its collaborative culture, technical expertise and commitment to meaningful project outcomes. You will work within a growing team that supports clients on complex and diverse projects across multiple sectors.
Your new role
You will deliver end‑to‑end procurement services across capital programmes and large scale projects. Your work will span procurement strategy development, tender management and evaluation, commercial advice and the preparation of key documentation such as business cases, procurement plans and contract recommendations.

You will lead elements of project delivery, engage directly with clients, present findings and contribute to developing long term relationships. The role also involves coordinating inputs from internal specialists, providing guidance to delivery teams and supporting the wider growth of the procurement advisory function.

What you'll need to succeed
You will bring strong experience in procurement within the built environment, including:

• CIPS/ MCIPS qualification
• Ability to draft procurement strategies, tender documents and evaluation reports for construction, infrastructure or professional services projects.
• Knowledge of regulated procurement environments such as the Public Contracts Regulations or Utilities Contracts Regulations.
• Understanding of commercial principles and contract forms including NEC, JCT and FIDIC.
• You will be comfortable advising clients, producing clear documentation and guiding projects through the full procurement lifecycle.

What you'll get in return
You will join a business that invests in professional development and career progression. The benefits package includes competitive pay, profit related reward, private medical insurance, life assurance, income protection and flexible benefits to support wellbeing. You will have access to learning opportunities, a supportive working culture and involvement in impactful, high profile projects.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. # - Garry Walker