Procurement Manager

Role can be based from any other our clients offices nationwide on a hybrid basis. Copello are currently looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to join a growing Project Procurement team supporting major infrastructure and engineering programmes across the UK & Ireland. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in supporting bid activity, supplier sourcing, subcontract management and procurement transformation within a leading engineering organisation. Key Responsibilities include * Manage end-to-end sourcing and subcontracting activities. * Lead supplier selection, onboarding and competitive tender processes (RFI, RFQ, RFP). * Draft and negotiate supplier agreements, working closely with commercial teams. * Support major bids and mobilisation of new contract awards. * Develop supplier scopes and ensure compliance with IR35, sustainability and social value requirements. * Provide procurement guidance and best practice to project teams and stakeholders. The successful candidate will have the following experience: * Proven Procurement & Supply Chain experience within engineering, infrastructure or major projects. * Strong experience managing sourcing exercises and supplier negotiations. * Hands-on experience drafting and managing NEC4 subcontracts (Professional Services and/or Works) is essential. * Commercially astute with excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. * Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment. * Engineering sector experience would be advantageous. This role will be paying £375 - £400 per day (inside IR35). Duration of this position is initially 6 months