VGC Group
Procurement Manager
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Procurement Manager
National (3/4 days a month in either the Bristol or Coventry Office)
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We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Procurement Manager to join our Water, Aviation and Highways team. The role will primarily support the delivery of major water infrastructure projects, with some involvement across defence projects.
You will take ownership of end-to-end procurement activities, leading the procurement of subcontract packages and heavy materials across both live projects and tender activities. Working closely with commercial, operational and project teams, you will ensure procurement strategies deliver best value, mitigate risk and support successful project delivery.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced procurement professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced infrastructure environment and wants to play a key role in delivering complex, high-value projects.
Role Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end procurement of subcontract packages, from market engagement through to contract award and supplier performance management.
- Manage the procurement of heavy materials, ensuring value for money, quality and programme requirements are achieved.
- Develop and implement procurement strategies that support project and business objectives.
- Negotiate commercial terms and conditions with suppliers and subcontractors.
- Manage procurement activities in accordance with NEC contract requirements.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and subcontractors to drive performance, innovation and long-term value.
- Work collaboratively with commercial, operational and project teams to ensure procurement activities align with project programmes.
- Support work-winning activities through tender enquiries, supplier engagement and market intelligence.
- Monitor supply chain performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement and cost efficiencies.
- Ensure procurement activities are delivered in line with company governance, compliance requirements and industry best practice.
- Champion sustainable procurement and support responsible supply chain delivery.
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Skills, Experience and Qualifications
- Proven experience managing the full end-to-end procurement lifecycle within a construction, civil engineering or infrastructure environment.
- Strong working knowledge and practical experience administering procurement under NEC contracts.
- Experience procuring heavy materials and managing complex subcontract packages.
- Previous experience working within the water sector is essential.
- Experience working with water utility clients such as Wessex Water, Anglian Water and/or Severn Trent Water is highly desirable.
- Experience supporting infrastructure or defence projects would be advantageous.
- Strong commercial awareness with excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
- Experience working within a subcontractor-led delivery model, with an understanding of complex supply chains.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across all levels of the business.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple procurement activities simultaneously.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and procurement systems.
- CIPS qualification, or working towards one, is desirable.
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What is in it for you?
Below is a selection of benefits available:
- Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy additional leave.
- Flexible and adaptable working.
- Family-friendly policies and a positive work/life balance.
- Ongoing learning, development and mentoring opportunities.
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Annual bonus scheme.
- Recognition programmes and long service awards.
- Company car or car allowance.
- Private Medical Insurance.
- Access to employee discounts, cycle to work scheme, wellbeing support and additional lifestyle benefits.
About the Water, Aviation and Highways Business Unit
Our Water team delivers major infrastructure projects that help secure the UK's water supply and improve wastewater services. Working with leading water companies across long-term framework agreements, we design and deliver resilient infrastructure that supports environmental improvements and future investment.
This role is primarily focused on water projects, with opportunities to support procurement activities across defence projects as part of a diverse and growing portfolio.
The position can be based anywhere in the UK, with travel to the Bristol office approximately 2–4 times per month.
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