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Building a sustainable tomorrow
KierBAM are a Joint Venture (JV) partnership between Kier and BAM UK & Ireland. Our infrastructure segment are currently delivering the redevelopment project at a Royal Navy site located in Plymouth and we are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager. The Procurement Manager is responsible for overseeing the acquisition of goods and services required by the organization. This role involves developing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely and cost-effective purchasing to support operational needs.
Due to the sensitive nature of the site, BPSS security clearance is required. Please note that this process can take up to 8 weeks. Only candidates holding EU, NATO, 5 Eyes, or MISWG member passports and have been a UK resident for the last 5 years can be considered for this role.
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- Location: Devonport Dockyard, Plymouth
- Contract: Permanent, 42.5 hours
Making Possible
In this role, you will be working in a live MOD facility. Your day-to-day tasks will include:
- Develop and implement procurement policies, procedures, and strategies
- Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery, and reliability
- Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers and vendors
- Manage the end-to-end procurement process including purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and delivery tracking
- Monitor supplier performance and resolve any supply issues or disputes
- Collaborate with internal departments to forecast demand and plan procurement activities
- Maintain accurate procurement records and prepare regular reports on procurement status, savings, and supplier performance
- Ensure compliance with company policies, legal regulations, and ethical standards
- Lead and develop the procurement team
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement
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From time to time, you may be required by the Company to perform other tasks, which are not included in the above description, but are within your capabilities and, where necessary, training, and full support will be given.
What do you bring to the role?
Essential:
- Professionally qualified operator with at least 5 years post professional qualification relevant experience or 8 years experience
- Academic Qualifications - Commercial related Qualification (HNC, BSc, MSc, BEng, MEng)
- Experience of similar role, preferred in relevant sector (i.e. Nuclear and Defence)
- CSCS - White PQP/AQP
- Proven experience (typically 5+ years) in procurement or supply chain management
- Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of procurement software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and decision-making abilities
- Understanding of contract law and vendor management
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities under tight deadlines
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Desirable:
- Leadership and team management experience is a plus
- Professional certification (e.g., CIPS, CPPM) is advantageous
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive salary
- A wide range of family-friendly policies
- Company car/car allowance/travel allowance
- 8% matched pension contributions
- Private healthcare
- Life assurance
- 26 days holiday
- 2 wellbeing days
- 1 volunteering day
- Personal and professional development
About BAM
Building a sustainable tomorrow. That’s our mission and our promise at BAM. It’s how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe.
We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. We’re on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.
The application process
For more information about the vacancy and our projects, please contact Zainab Rubbani, Recruiter, BAM UK & Ireland (Infrastructure), Email: zainab.rubbani@bam.com
BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at any time you feel you may need any reasonable adjustments, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you.
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