Procurement & Supply Chain Specialist

A major infrastructure client is seeking an experienced Procurement & Supply Chain Specialist to help drive procurement excellence, assure supply chain performance and support the successful delivery of high-value projects.

• Role: Procurement & Supply Chain Specialist
• Duration: 12-month contract
• Pay: Up to -500 p/day (Inside IR35)
• Location: London (Hybrid)
• Other: Eligible to obtain BPSS clearance

You''ll act as a key interface between project teams, commercial functions and the wider supply chain, as well as provide procurement leadership and assurance across multiple workstreams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary interface between project, commercial and supply chain functions, ensuring alignment and consistency across procurement activities.
• Provide assurance on procurement and subcontracting activities, ensuring adherence to programme standards, policies and best practices.
• Coordinate and manage forward procurement pipelines while ensuring opportunities are published in line with programme requirements.
• Forecast local and SME supply chain spend and validate performance through KPI reporting and supply chain analytics.
• Develop and drive procurement schedules aligned to construction programmes, proactively identifying risks, delays and delivery concerns.
• Review procurement strategies and sourcing approaches to maximise value, competition and programme benefit.
• Assure tender documentation, including PQQs, Selection Questions and Invitations to Tender.
• Support tender negotiations and ensure value-for-money outcomes are achieved.
• Review tender evaluations and recommendations, providing expert advice to project leadership teams.
• Support commercial teams with subcontracting reviews and governance requirements.

You will be a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, helping to shape procurement strategies, unlock supply chain opportunities and drive continuous improvement across a complex and fast-paced environment.

Key Requirements:

• Significant experience in procurement, supply chain management or commercial delivery within major infrastructure, construction, engineering or capital projects.
• Strong knowledge of procurement governance, tendering processes and subcontract management.
• Experience developing procurement strategies and managing complex supply chain activities.
• Proven ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong commercial awareness and the confidence to challenge, influence and make recommendations.
• Experience managing procurement schedules, pipelines and performance reporting.
• Knowledge of SME engagement and responsible procurement practices would be highly advantageous.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Eligible to obtain BPSS clearance

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a critical role, working across project, commercial and supply chain teams to ensure procurement excellence, robust governance and successful delivery.

If you''re a procurement or supply chain specialist who thrives in complex programme environments, apply now!