BAE Systems
Senior Procurement Professional
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Senior Procurement Professional
Procurement Professional – Construction Major Projects
Devices: Procurement Professional – Construction Major Projects
Location: Barrow-In-Furness/Preston. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.
Salary: Circa £43,000 depending on experience
About the Company
Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future for all of us.
From the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.
The Role
As part of this role, you will support procurement and commercial activities across construction and infrastructure projects forming part of a long-term, 10-year investment programme.
Working closely with project teams, you will support the development and implementation of procurement approaches that consider cost, risk, programme requirements, and buildability, while contributing to value across the supply chain.
You will be involved in the day-to-day management of procurement activities, including:
- Tendering
- Commercial evaluation
- Supplier engagement
This will help support the successful delivery of construction packages and achieve strong commercial outcomes.
Core Responsibilities
- Support the development and delivery of procurement activities for construction and infrastructure works, including civils, building and associated packages
- Assist in the end-to-end procurement of construction packages, including:
- Market engagement
- Tendering
- Evaluation
- Contract award
- Work with project teams to align procurement activities with programme requirements and delivery timescales
- Assist in the evaluation of tender returns, including review of pricing, scope, and commercial assumptions
- Support supplier and contractor engagement throughout the procurement process
- Contribute to the identification of commercial risks and opportunities within procurement activities
- Support cost-focused discussions, including:
- Value engineering
- Budget considerations where required
- Assist in the management of procurement documentation and ensuring governance requirements are met.
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Requirements
Essential Skills
- Experience or exposure working within construction, infrastructure, or project-based environments, ideally within a commercial or supply chain role
- Awareness of standard construction industry contracts (NEC, JCT or equivalent) and how they are applied in a project environment
- Understanding of commercial, cost, or procurement principles, including how these support project delivery
- Ability to work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders in a fast-paced, project-driven environment
About the Team
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing team where you will:
- Work closely with the wider business and its external professional teams
- Develop sourcing and contracting solutions for a 10-year+ investment programme in the North West
- Be involved in high-profile infrastructure investment at the forefront of a once-in-a-generation project
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Why BAE Systems?
Here, you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. We offer:
- Lifelong learning opportunities
- Meaningful work
- Career growth with confidence
- Recognition for your contribution
- Rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family
- Support for financial and personal wellbeing
- A balanced lifestyle
In an environment focusing on sustainable ways of working, with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place where you can:
- Feel valued and supported
- Belong
- Be proud of the difference you make
Diversity and Inclusion
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone:
- Feels valued
- Is supported
At BAE Systems, we believe a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.
Important Notes
Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These may impact your eligibility based on:
- Nationality
- Previous nationalities held
- Place of birth
Applicants must at a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting, with applicants usually requiring 5 to 10 years of continuous UK residency to undergo meaningful security checks.
Closing Date: 15th July 2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Therefore, if you're interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
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