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Buyer
£35000.00 - £40000.00 per annum
Hatfield
A fantastic opportunity for a Buyer / Purchasing Specialist to join an established manufacturing business, with a salary of up to £40,000 and the opportunity to work from home up to 2 days per week. This is an excellent opportunity for a Buyer to join a busy Supply Chain function, taking responsibility for the procurement of materials, components and services. The role will involve working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders, managing purchase orders through an MRP/ERP system, driving commercial improvements and supporting ongoing business projects. Candidates will have previous experience within purchasing or procurement within a manufacturing environment, with strong MRP/ERP experience. Role responsibilities of the Buyer include: Manage a portfolio of suppliers and raise purchase orders using an MRP/ERP system. Negotiate with suppliers and support competitive tenders to achieve commercial improvements. Develop strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Ensure on-time delivery of materials and proactively expedite orders where required. Identify and manage supply chain risks, including single-source components. Support new product introductions, engineering changes and ongoing business projects. Monitor supplier performance and assist with purchasing KPIs and reporting. Identify and drive process improvements across the purchasing function. Support the purchasing strategy for production materials and services. Person Specification of the Buyer: Previous experience in a purchasing, procurement or supply chain role within manufacturing. Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems. Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills. Excellent communication skills with the ability to work confidently with stakeholders at all levels. Proactive, self-motivated and organised with strong problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently while also being a strong team player. Salary & Benefits Salary: Up to £40,000 Hybrid working: Up to 2 days per week from home This role will be well suited to you if you have held a position such as Buyer, Purchasing Specialist, Procurement Specialist, Supply Chain Buyer, Senior Buyer, Materials Buyer, Commodity Buyer or Purchasing Coordinator, particularly within a manufacturing environment.
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Buyer
Up to £40000.00 per annum
Huntingdon
A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join a leading design and manufacturer of electronic equipment and instruments as a Buyer. Based in Huntingdon this is a fully onsite position. This key position sits within an established purchasing team and is to support the sourcing and supply of electronic components as per production requirements. The successful candidate must have experience purchasing electronic components with the supply chain globally based. Key responsibilities of the Buyer Source components based on forecast and average usage data Issue RFQs and collate responses Order through franchised distribution to lead time Order from alternative sources to fill any gaps Obtain acknowledgements and file appropriately Report regularly on progress Engage with New Projects and attend NPI meetings where required Deputise for the Purchasing Manager where required Support Quality Manager in resolving supplier quality issues Skills and experience required of the Buyer Experience of a dynamic electronics manufacturing environment Experience of buying electronic components Experience of using MRP/ERP systems Excellent communication skills Commercially astute Strong negotiation skills This position would suit someone with experience in procurement, purchasing or supply chain as a Junior Buyer, Buyer, Senior Buyer, purchasing specialist, category manager or commodity manager.
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Procurement Lead
£55000 - £60000.00 per annum + Bonus & Private Health
Hemel Hempstead
An exciting opportunity has been created for a Procurement Lead to join a global leader in high-technology medical products. The Procurement Lead is responsible for managing day to day procurement activities and supplier performance across a global supply network, with a primary focus on suppliers and contract manufacturers in order to procure finished goods. The role will execute sourcing strategies set by the Procurement Director, optimise total cost, and ensure continuity of supply. This is a hybrid role with 3 days a week at their head office in Hemel Hempstead Key responsibilities of the Procurement Lead: Lead commercial management for a defined portfolio of suppliers and CMOs, owning pricing, terms, and contract implementation within strategies set by the Procurement Director. Run RFx and negotiations to secure competitive pricing and total cost of ownership against agreed budgets and savings targets. Analyse and challenge key cost drivers (including upstream raw materials) and propose mitigation actions where cost or availability risks emerge. Act as primary procurement contact for suppliers, maintaining strong relationships and alignment to service, quality, and compliance expectations. Review supplier performance across cost, quality, OTIF, and responsiveness, driving corrective actions and continuous improvement with cross‑functional stakeholders. Assess supply chain risk across tier‑1 and key tier‑2 materials, escalating issues and supporting dual‑sourcing or re‑sourcing decisions where necessary. Support annual cost‑improvement and value‑creation targets for suppliers by identifying opportunities and delivering agreed initiatives. Work closely with Quality, Regulatory, Planning, and Commercial teams so suppliers support launches, change controls, and ongoing service requirements. Lead or support procurement workstreams for change controls, product transfers, cost‑improvement projects, validation work, and supplier audits. Skills & experience required of the Procurement Lead: Over 5 years' experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain roles, including direct materials or contract manufacturing in medical devices, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, cosmetic or FMCG. (5+ years direct procurement experience is essential) Experience working with suppliers and stakeholders across different countries or regions, with proven ability to manage cross‑cultural relationships and time‑zone differences. (cross‑cultural experience is good to have) Exposure to NPD, change control, or technical transfer projects, working cross‑functionally with Quality, Regulatory, and R&D or Technical functions. Solid understanding of contract manufacturing environments, core commercial and contractual terms, and supply risk management principles. (Experience either in manufacturing environment or working with manufacturing partnerships is essential) CIPS or equivalent professional procurement qualification are desirable Package of the Procurement Lead Salary £55-£60,000 Bonus Pension Private Health Softer Benefits This Procurement Lead position would suit a procurement or purchasing professional who has held roles such as Senior Buyer, Lead Buyer, Principle Buyer, Category Manager or Procurement Manager.
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Senior Procurement Manager
Up to £84000.00 per annum + Bonus, Car Allowance, Soft Benefits
Bath
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Procurement Manager to join the Procurement function within a Global Construction & Infrastructure business. The Senior Procurement Manager will lead the procurement of works that keep major operational and capital programmes flowing across water and other major construction and infrastructure projects. With responsibility for a portfolio of frameworks worth over £500m and leadership of a talented procurement team, you'll be making the big calls, shaping supplier strategies and influencing investments that leave a lasting mark on critical infrastructure. This is procurement with a seat at the table, real influence, and plenty of opportunity to make your mark. This is a hybrid position requiring 3 days in office at a modern facility in Bath. The role of the Senior Procurement Manager As Senior Procurement Manager, you'll be the commercial driving force behind some of our most important procurement activity. You'll turn complex challenges into smart solutions, build supplier partnerships that go beyond the transactional, and ensure every procurement delivers value, resilience and long-term impact. You will: Develop and deliver procurement strategies aligned to business priorities and major capital programmes Lead the full procurement lifecycle, from market engagement and sourcing through to contract award and supplier management Establish, negotiate and manage high-value frameworks and contracts, including NEC and bespoke agreements Build strategic supplier relationships that drive innovation, performance and sustainable outcomes Ensure procurement activity complies with environmental, health & safety and regulated procurement requirements Manage budgets, track savings and uncover opportunities for greater commercial value Proactively manage commercial and supply chain risks Lead, coach and develop a team of procurement professionals, creating a culture where people and performance thrive Skills and experience required of the Senior Procurement Manager You'll be a strategic thinker, a skilled negotiator and someone who knows that great procurement is about people as much as process. Comfortable navigating complexity and influencing senior stakeholders, you'll bring the experience and confidence to lead large-scale procurement activity. You'll have: Substantial procurement experience within water, utilities, construction or infrastructure Strong experience of regulated procurement and large-scale framework management Proven success negotiating and managing complex, high-value contracts Experience leading and developing high-performing teams Excellent commercial and financial acumen A strong understanding of procurement governance, risk management and supplier performance The ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels Experience using e-procurement and contract management systems Clear communication skills and a passion for delivering better outcomes. The Package of the Senior Procurement Manager Competitive salary A combined pension contribution of up to 20%. Career progression and professional development opportunities. 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service. Competitive car allowance (subject to conditions). A performance-related bonus (subject to conditions). The opportunity to sell up to five days of holiday every year. The opportunity to buy up to ten days of holiday each year (subject to conditions). A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs. Life assurance of up to eight times your salary. The opportunity to lease a new electric car through salary sacrifice (subject to conditions). Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers. One paid volunteering day each year. Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements. Access to an interactive health and wellbeing platform. This role would be suitable for someone who has held senior positions within procurement as a procurement manager, procurement specialist, senior sourcing specialist, senior category manager or category lead
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Procurement Policy & Governance Lead
£60000.00 - £65000.00 per annum + Bonus + Other Incentives
England
Butler Ross are pleased to be supporting our public-sector client with their recruitment of a Procurement and Governance Policy Lead on a permanent basis. This individual will be responsible for the creation and maintenance of procurement policy and procedure and other relevant documentation, as well as ensuring compliance and adherence to across key stakeholder groups. Position Overview £60-65k Salary + Bonus and other incentives Hybrid Working - circa 1 day/week ideal, less is viable Responsibilities Include (non exhaustive) Developing and maintaining procurement policies, procedures, and guidelines Leading development and implementation of the governance frameworks and central procurement templates Monitoring and evaluating procurement processes, workflows and system design and compliance Serving as a subject matter expert on regulated procurement policy and governance Required Experience PA23 Knowledge, and hands-on experience with, is absolutely essential! Prior experience implementing and designing procurement policy and governance frameworks Strong stakeholder management capabilities Not Required - but experience with AI enablement regarding S2C systems and the like, would be worth mentioning. This position would suit individuals with solid exposure to procurement governance and compliance, especially those who may have held the following titles or positions within these areas: Procurement Manager / Category Manager / Procurement Policy Lead / Procurement Policy Manager / Procurement Governance / Procurement Policy / Procurement Compliance
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Interim Procurement Manager / Supply Chain Lead (NEC3/4)
£550 - £650 per day
Livingston
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Supply Chain Lead to join a major infrastructure organisation on an interim basis. This role will play a key part in leading regional sourcing activities, managing tender processes, and driving value through effective supplier and contract management. This is an urgent requirement, and applications are particularly welcomed from professionals available at short notice. The Role As Supply Chain Lead, you will take ownership of a range of sourcing and procurement activities across construction, engineering works and services packages. Working closely with commercial and operational stakeholders, you will lead tendering exercises, supplier engagement, contract negotiations, and strategic sourcing initiatives. Key responsibilities include: Leading regional sourcing strategies and procurement activities Managing end-to-end tender processes, including RFP preparation, evaluation, negotiation and contract award Conducting supplier market analysis and identifying new sourcing opportunities Supporting contract management activities and driving supplier performance improvements Developing strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers Ensuring procurement activities comply with relevant policies, procedures, and legislation Leading commercial negotiations and delivering value-for-money outcomes About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Proven experience in strategic sourcing, procurement or supply chain leadership roles Strong experience managing tendering and contract management activities Knowledge and experience of NEC3 and/or NEC4 forms of contract Experience delivering sourcing projects within construction, engineering, utilities, infrastructure or related sectors Strong supplier management and stakeholder engagement skills Excellent analytical, commercial, and negotiation capabilities Ability to manage multiple sourcing projects simultaneously and deliver results in a fast-paced environment What's on Offer? Initial 6-month contract with potential extension Competitive day rate of £550-£650 per day (Umbrella Company Gross Day Rate) Hybrid working arrangement with 2-3 days per week in the office Base location options in Livingston, Aberdeen or St Fergus Opportunity to work on high-profile infrastructure and engineering projects Please note: Due to project timescales, candidates should ideally be available with a 2 week or less notice period. We welcome applications from professionals currently working in, or with previous experience as: Procurement Manager, Purchasing Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Contract Manager, Commercial Manager, Contracts Manager Experience within sectors such as utilities, energy, infrastructure, construction, engineering, transportation, oil & gas, renewables, defence, manufacturing, or major project environments will be particularly relevant. Experience of leading tenders and managing NEC3 or NEC4 contracts is highly desirable.
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Procurement Manager
£50000.00 - £55000.00 per annum
Lymington
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Procurement Manager to join a growing and innovative manufacturing business based in Lymington, offering a salary of up to £55,000. This position will be responsible for leading the procurement function, managing a team of buyers and ensuring the effective delivery of operational and strategic procurement activities. The ideal candidate will have previous buying or procurement experience within a technical manufacturing background. Role responsibilities of the Procurement Manager include: Lead and develop the Procurement team, setting clear KPIs, coaching performance and fostering a collaborative, high-performing culture. Own end-to-end procurement and supply chain activities, ensuring continuity of supply, production requirements and effective orderbook and inventory management. Drive commercial value and cost efficiency through strategic sourcing, tendering, negotiation, supplier agreements and continuous improvement initiatives. Build and manage strategic supplier relationships, improving quality, cost and OTIF performance while identifying and mitigating supply chain risks. Partner cross-functionally with Production, Engineering, Quality, R&D, Sales and other stakeholders to resolve supply issues and support business growth and product development. Ensure procurement excellence and compliance, maintaining robust processes, accurate ERP data and forecasts, monitoring KPIs, and adhering to ISO9001, ethical sourcing and relevant legislation. Person Specification of the Procurement Manager: Proven leadership experience, with at least 2 years' experience leading, developing and motivating procurement or purchasing teams. Strong procurement and commercial expertise, including strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, negotiation, contract management and a sound understanding of manufacturing supply chains. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make commercially sound decisions, manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to negotiate, influence and collaborate effectively across teams and with suppliers. Proactive, organised and customer-focused approach, with high attention to detail, resilience, a commitment to continuous improvement Salary Up to £55k This position requires full on-site presence This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within purchasing or procurement as a procurement manager, purchasing manager, supply chain manager, strategic buyer, strategic procurement manager, commodity manager, category manager, principal buyer or purchasing lead
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Buyer
£30000.00 - £35000.00 per annum
High Wycombe
An exciting position has been created for a Buyer to join a global manufacturing business with multiple business sites throughout the UK. The Buyer will report directly to the Group Purchasing & Supply Chain Manager and be responsible for delivering an efficient, resilient and commercially effective purchasing function across the Group. The role combines operational purchasing, supplier management, inventory control and ERP/MRP development. Key Responsibilities of the Buyer: Lead day-to-day purchasing activities Manage purchase requisitions, purchase orders, acknowledgements and supplier expediting Monitor supplier performance and resolve supply issues Maintain inventory availability whilst reducing excess and obsolete stock Support ERP/MRP maintenance including supplier data, lead times, MOQ and planning parameters Support sourcing exercises, cost reduction and supplier negotiations Work closely with Production, Engineering, Sales, Finance and Warehouse teams Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities within purchasing processes Skills & Experience required of the Buyer: Manufacturing and/or engineering environment purchasing experience ERP/MRP systems knowledge Supplier negotiation and relationship management Strong analytical and Excel skills Excellent communication and organisational skills What you get: Base salary of £30,000 - £35,000 28 days holiday Subsidised private medical Medical Insurance Pension Bonus scheme Training & professional development opportunities Hybrid working career progression opportunities This position would suit someone who has worked in a manufacturing environment in a role such as Buyer, Senior Buyer, purchasing specialist or procurement specialist.
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Buyer
£38000.00 - £42000.00 per annum
Aldershot
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Buyer to join a growing and innovative business based in Aldershot, Hampshire, offering a salary of up to £42,000. Supporting the Procurement Manager, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day purchasing function, managing the end-to-end procurement of finished goods. You'll be responsible for supplier coordination, purchase order management, stock replenishment planning, alternative sourcing, and monitoring freight and landed costs to ensure products are delivered on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will have previous buying or procurement experience within a product-based environment. Role responsibilities of the Buyer include: Manage the end-to-end purchase order process, ensuring orders are raised accurately, tracked through production and shipment, and completed on time while maintaining strong supplier communication. Monitor stock levels and demand forecasts, identifying replenishment requirements, stock risks, and opportunities to support product availability and business performance. Source and evaluate suppliers, comparing costs, lead times, quality, service, and commercial terms to support informed purchasing decisions and cost-saving initiatives. Coordinate freight and landed costs, obtaining quotations, monitoring shipping costs, and ensuring product cost data remains accurate and commercially competitive. Support product quality and compliance, managing samples, supplier documentation, quality issues, claims and corrective actions to ensure products meet required standards. Maintain accurate purchasing data and reporting, providing clear updates to internal teams on supplier performance, stock risks, product launches, and purchasing activity while keeping ERP and project management systems up to date. Person Specification of the Buyer: Proven experience in a Buyer or Purchasing role within a product-based importing, wholesale, or distribution business. Strong experience managing overseas suppliers (China and the Far East) and purchasing finished goods for stock. Sound knowledge of stock forecasting, inventory management, and replenishment planning, with the ability to identify stock risks and opportunities. Understanding of import, freight and shipping processes. Strong analytical and systems skills, including ERP, Excel, and reporting, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a hands-on SME environment. Salary Up to £42k This position requires full on-site presence This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within purchasing or procurement as a buyer, purchasing officer, purchasing executive, purchasing coordinator, purchasing administrator, procurement officer, procurement coordinator, procurement administrator, assistant buyer, junior buyer, supply chain coordinator, product sourcing specialist, sourcing coordinator, sourcing officer, sourcing specialist
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Buyer
Up to £40000.00 per annum
Huntingdon
A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join a leading design and manufacturer of electronic equipment and instruments as a Buyer. Based in Huntingdon this is a fully onsite position. This key position sits within an established purchasing team and is to support the sourcing and supply of electronic components as per production requirements. The successful candidate must have experience purchasing electronic components with the supply chain globally based. Key responsibilities of the Buyer Source components based on forecast and average usage data Issue RFQs and collate responses Order through franchised distribution to lead time Order from alternative sources to fill any gaps Obtain acknowledgements and file appropriately Report regularly on progress Engage with New Projects and attend NPI meetings where required Deputise for the Purchasing Manager where required Support Quality Manager in resolving supplier quality issues Skills and experience required of the Buyer Experience of a dynamic electronics manufacturing environment Experience of buying electronic components Experience of using MRP/ERP systems Excellent communication skills Commercially astute Strong negotiation skills This position would suit someone with experience in procurement, purchasing or supply chain as a Junior Buyer, Buyer, Senior Buyer, purchasing specialist, category manager or commodity manager.
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Senior Indirect Procurement Specialist
£270 - £345 per day
Bedfordshire
A leading engineering and manufacturing organisation operating within the defence sector is seeking an experienced Senior Indirect Procurement Specialist to join its Supply Chain team on a 12-month contract basis. This role will focus on the procurement and contract management of a broad range of indirect goods and services, supporting facilities, operational infrastructure and capital investment programmes. The successful candidate will work closely with Facilities, Engineering, Operations and Quality teams to deliver best-value procurement outcomes and manage key supplier relationships. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced procurement professional with a strong background in Facilities Management, Minor Works, Construction and CAPEX procurement. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end procurement activities from RFQ and tender issuance through to evaluation, negotiation and contract award. Manage a portfolio of indirect procurement projects across facilities, services and capital expenditure categories. Negotiate commercial terms and supplier agreements to achieve best value and mitigate risk. Manage supplier performance and contractual compliance throughout the contract lifecycle. Support internal stakeholders with procurement strategy, sourcing activities and contract management advice. Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal business partners. Identify commercial risks and ensure procurement activities comply with relevant policies and procedures. Drive continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and supply chain processes. Produce procurement reports and performance data to support business decision-making. Essential Experience To be considered, candidates must demonstrate proven experience in indirect procurement, including several of the following areas: Facilities Management procurement (Hard and Soft FM services). Minor Works projects, including refurbishment, fit-out and building improvement projects. Construction procurement and contractor management. CAPEX procurement, including manufacturing equipment, machinery, infrastructure and technology investments. Contract negotiation, supplier relationship management and commercial management. Tendering, sourcing and procurement governance processes. Stakeholder management across multiple business functions. Strong analytical and commercial skills. Experience operating within a fast-paced procurement environment. Desirable Experience New build construction projects and JCT contract exposure. Procurement within engineering, manufacturing, defence, aerospace or other regulated sectors. SAP or other ERP systems experience. MCIPS qualified or working towards qualification. Process improvement and continuous improvement methodologies. Security Clearance Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC). As a minimum, successful applicants will be required to undergo security screening and meet UK government vetting requirements. Apply If you are an experienced Indirect Buyer, Procurement Specialist, Procurement Manager, Category Manager, Purchasing Manager or Sourcing Manager with strong experience across Facilities Management, Minor Works, Construction and Capital Projects procurement, we'd like to hear from you.
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Buyer
£33000.00 - £38000.00 per annum
Lymington
Butler Ross are pleased to be supporting our client, an innovative technical manufacturing organisation, with their recruitment of a proactive Buyer. This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced environment, ideal for someone looking to grow within a business that values self-improvement, collaboration, and looking for long-term career growth and development. This opportunity is offering £33-38,000 depending on experience and will be fully office-based in Lymington. Candidates will have previous experience within purchasing or procurement specifically within a manufacturing environment. Role responsibilities of the Buyer include: Raise and manage purchase orders using the ERP system to ensure the timely supply of materials for production. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, monitoring performance to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and on-time delivery. Negotiate pricing and commercial terms with suppliers to achieve cost savings while maintaining quality and service standards. Maintain accurate procurement data, monitor inventory levels, and support demand planning to optimise stock availability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Production, Engineering, Warehouse and Planning to support business objectives and resolve supply issues. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by supporting procurement strategies, supplier performance reviews, and operational excellence across the purchasing function. Person Specification of the Buyer: Previous experience in a purchasing or procurement or Buyer role within a manufacturing (ideally mechanical) background. Organised and results-driven, with experience using MRP/ERP systems. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make informed purchasing decisions. Confident in dealing with all levels of people in a professional manner. Driven and motivated individual with a desire to progress. Salary Up to £38k This positions requires full onsite presence with no hybrid working This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within purchasing or procurement as a buyer, sourcing specialist, commodity manager, category manager, senior buyer or supply chain planner.
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Senior Procurement Specialist (NEC/Construction)
£55000 - £64000 per annum + Private Medical, Bonus
Cambridgeshire
We are seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to play a key role in delivering a major, multi-billion-pound infrastructure programme of national significance. This is a high-impact opportunity to lead complex procurement activity across large-scale capital projects, working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your work will directly influence long-term infrastructure outcomes. The Role You will take ownership of a portfolio of procurement projects, leading strategy development, supplier selection, and commercial negotiations across a complex delivery programme. Key responsibilities include: Leading end-to-end procurement activity across major infrastructure or capital projects Developing and executing category and sourcing strategies aligned to programme objectives Managing supplier selection processes and leading commercial negotiations Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners Ensuring robust governance, compliance, and audit-ready documentation Using market intelligence and data insights to identify risks, opportunities, and value improvements Supporting post-award contract management activities in collaboration with commercial teams Mentoring junior team members and promoting procurement best practice Key Requirements To be successful in this role, you will bring: Strong experience in infrastructure or capital project procurement environments Proven experience working with NEC contracts (NEC3 and/or NEC4 is essential) Demonstrable experience delivering procurements under regulated frameworks, including at least one of: Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (PCR2015) Utilities Contracts Regulations 2016 (UCR2016) Procurement Act 2023 (PA23) Experience developing and delivering procurement and category strategies Strong commercial acumen with excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills Ability to manage multiple complex procurement activities simultaneously Solid understanding of governance, compliance, and risk management in regulated environments Why Apply? Opportunity to work on a flagship UK infrastructure programme with long-term national impact High visibility role with the ability to influence strategic procurement decisions Collaborative and forward-thinking environment Strong focus on career development, leadership, and progression Competitive salary, bonus, and comprehensive benefits package Apply Now If you are an experienced procurement professional with, working in a Senior Buyer, Category Manager, Sourcing Manager, Purchasing Specialist, Purchasing Manager, Procurement Manager or similar role with a background in major projects, NEC contracts and regulated procurement, we would love to hear from you. Salary and Package £55,000-£64,000 with a strong benefits package that includes: Individual private medical cover Double-matched pension scheme Annual bonus scheme
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Senior Procurement Specialist (NEC/Construction)
£55000 - £64000 per annum + Private Medical, Bonus
Cambridgeshire
We are seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to play a key role in delivering a major, multi-billion-pound infrastructure programme of national significance. This is a high-impact opportunity to lead complex procurement activity across large-scale capital projects, working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your work will directly influence long-term infrastructure outcomes. The Role You will take ownership of a portfolio of procurement projects, leading strategy development, supplier selection, and commercial negotiations across a complex delivery programme. Key responsibilities include: Leading end-to-end procurement activity across major infrastructure or capital projects Developing and executing category and sourcing strategies aligned to programme objectives Managing supplier selection processes and leading commercial negotiations Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners Ensuring robust governance, compliance, and audit-ready documentation Using market intelligence and data insights to identify risks, opportunities, and value improvements Supporting post-award contract management activities in collaboration with commercial teams Mentoring junior team members and promoting procurement best practice Key Requirements To be successful in this role, you will bring: Strong experience in infrastructure or capital project procurement environments Proven experience working with NEC contracts (NEC3 and/or NEC4 is essential) Demonstrable experience delivering procurements under regulated frameworks, including at least one of: Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (PCR2015) Utilities Contracts Regulations 2016 (UCR2016) Procurement Act 2023 (PA23) Experience developing and delivering procurement and category strategies Strong commercial acumen with excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills Ability to manage multiple complex procurement activities simultaneously Solid understanding of governance, compliance, and risk management in regulated environments Why Apply? Opportunity to work on a flagship UK infrastructure programme with long-term national impact High visibility role with the ability to influence strategic procurement decisions Collaborative and forward-thinking environment Strong focus on career development, leadership, and progression Competitive salary, bonus, and comprehensive benefits package Apply Now If you are an experienced procurement professional with, working in a Senior Buyer, Category Manager, Sourcing Manager, Purchasing Specialist, Purchasing Manager, Procurement Manager or similar role with a background in major projects, NEC contracts and regulated procurement, we would love to hear from you. Salary and Package £55,000-£64,000 with a strong benefits package that includes: Individual private medical cover Double-matched pension scheme Annual bonus scheme
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About Us
Butler Ross was launched with the philosophy of providing a collaborative and consultative approach to recruitment. With a team of expert consultants recruiting across the UK, we have established a reputation within the Procurement & Supply Chainrecruitment market place for providing a high-quality service by listening closely to our customers’ needs and requirements.
“Our mission is to provide outstanding recruitment solutions improving the experience for both our candidates and our clients”
We place a lot of emphasis on our core values of Integrity, Expertise, Innovation, Pride, Professionalism, Collaboration and Passion. They are the foundations of what we stand for, how we interact, how we work and our culture.
Our consultants have over 60 years combined experience providing Procurement & Supply Chain solutions and are true experts. Each consultant has a specific sector and geographical focus which allows us to build very targeted networks that align to our customers’ requirements. As such we have the insight and expertise to provide information on industry trends, skills analysis, salary benchmarking, remuneration packages and candidate availability.
We take pride in our approach and work creatively to identify the most exceptional Procurement and Supply Chain professionals. This total commitment to our work has been matched by our investment in technology that utilises the latest cloud technology allowing us to provide you with a fast and responsive recruitment service.
With our expert knowledge we can ensure the recruitment process is efficiently managed; reducing demands on your time.
Butler Ross are the Procurement and Supply ChainRecruitment Specialists
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As a Procurement, professional I have worked with Russell Soan and Butler Ross for over 15 years both as a candidate seeking new opportunities and as a client seeking to recruit staff. I can honestly say that they are true experts in their profession. I myself have operated in the Defence and Aerospace sector for many years and I have always found their knowledge and networks to be excellent at assisting my requirements.Russell and his team offer a collaborative approach to recruitment that is backed up by the quality of the service they deliver with excellent communication throughout.I would not hesitate to recommend Russell or Butler Ross as Procurement & Supply Chain recruitment experts.
Alan Davis – Procurement Manager
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I have known Butler Ross for some time as a key provider for Procurement and Supply Chain expertise. I first started engaging with them in 2016, I have always been impressed by their enthusiastic approach and relationship building skills. The consultants take the time to listen, understand and demonstrate a genuine interest in me and leave me confident that they are best placed to serve my interests as well of those of the client. They work assiduously to ensure a good fit and maintain the relationships by demonstrating a real and practical interest in the needs of all parties.When one of the consultants contacted me initially to talk about an opportunity for a Head of Procurement with one of her clients, I was not actively looking at that particular sector at the time, but they really took the time to understand my skills and experience and explain the client’s requirements. They did such a great job outlining this opportunity and the client to me that I had no hesitation in putting my name forward. I have not been disappointed the team at Butler Ross maintained excellent communication throughout the engagement, offering much valued advice and support where needed. This relationship has continued throughout the assignment, I have found the Butler Ross consultants to be very efficient, keen to provide an excellent service and play a key role in supporting my current role and of course the needs of the client. I would not hesitate to recommend Butler Ross as true Procurement and Supply Chain recruitment experts, indeed whenever the need arises either for me personally or in a client situation I have confidence that Butler Ross will be there to understand and support my needs.
Graham Ockendon - Head of Procurement
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I have worked with Butler Ross and their consultants for many years both as a candidate seeking new opportunities and as a client seeking to recruit staff. I can honestly say that they are true experts in their profession. I myself have operated in the Hi-tech manufacturing and Defence and Aerospace sectors for many years and I have always found their knowledge and networks to be excellent at assisting my requirements. Butler Ross offer a collaborative approach to recruitment that is backed up by the quality of the service they deliver with excellent communication throughout. I would not hesitate to recommend them as Procurement & Supply Chain recruitment experts.
Dave Fordy - Head of Procurement
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Whilst at Lufthansa Technik I successfully worked with Butler Ross on a number of Procurement & Supply Chain vacancies. Often roles were urgently needed or had been live for some time and we had already been through a number of agencies who had found us candidates but very few had hit the mark in terms of what we required for this position.Due to the nature and responsibilities the roles often had we required particular candidates and very strong skills. I would meet with Butler Ross consultants first to discuss the role in detail, our company as a whole and the challenges that this role would face. From this they had a good grasp of what was required, and I would always receive a shortlist who matched the requirements we had. Throughout the recruitment processes the Butler Ross consultants were professional at all times, given feedback in a timely fashion after each candidate has interviewed with us and has controlled the process in a well-structured fashion. I would have no hesitation in recommending Butler Ross to any organisation looking to fill specialist procurement and supply chain positions.
Rita Vidal – HR Manager
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Butler Ross’s attentive approach throughout the recruitment process with both ourselves as a business and the candidates engaged in the process ensured that it was a positive experience from the outset
Sue Cole – HR Manager
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Butler Ross have been a regular supplier and have been successful in placing a number of candidates with us for both permanent and temporary roles. Their consultants provide an unrivalled level of service and performance, often going the extra mile to really understand our requirements and respond accordingly. We can always rely on a short-list in the minimum of timeframe offering a variety of high-calibre and available candidates. The consultants listen attentively to our feedback and will always demonstrate that they have taken our comments on board. Butler Ross are very easy to do business with and nothing ever seems to be too much trouble, even in the most urgent of circumstances. As a Recruitment Consultancy Butler Ross’s knowledge of Procurement and Supply Chain is unsurpassed and I have no hesitation in recommending them
Graham Ockendon – Head of Procurement
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I’ve worked with Butler Ross for a number of years both as a client recruiting new talent and also during my own career transitions. Their consultants are extremely professional and perceptive and take the time to truly understand a company’s hiring needs. Butler Ross consultants have a strong grasp of procurement practices and this enables them to select the right candidates for the right roles. This benefits both the client and the candidate. Their Consultants are well respected and trusted at all levels within the organisations I have worked in and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Butler Ross”
Mark Causebrook - Senior Category Manager
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Butler Ross assisted me in sourcing the final members of the procurement team, following a major restructure. We discussed the types of people who I was looking for, to complete the team. Whilst not getting it quite right first time the teams persistence paid off, having delved deeper into our requirements via phone calls and emails, Eventually teasing out a very precise person specification, which then led to a 'perfect CV' being presented. This is a great example of how Butler Ross' persistence and tenacity paid off, despite initial knock backs from the client (me). I would not hesitate to go to Butler Ross again should I have additional recruitment requirements in the future.”
Melissa Sage - Head of Procurement
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I don't hesitate to highly recommend Butler Ross. Their consultants are helpful, well organised and communicate very well. Any assistance or advice requested was provided promptly and was well founded and clear. From start to finish everything went smoothly and all commitments were met and exceeded. Their consultants been a pleasure to deal with.
James Munday – Head of Buying
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I am writing with regards to the agency Butler Ross who I had the good fortune of working with during my time as Account Manager at Capita Resourcing. I hadn’t worked with Butler Ross previously, however our Supply Chain Manager was extremely positive regarding their contribution. Casting a fresh pair of eyes over the account and building new relationships with the existing supply chain did nothing to prevent Butler Ross re-establishing themselves as a key supplier and the first point of call for interim procurement requirements. Butler Ross could be relied upon to fill the difficult, niche roles, demonstrating a level of customer service far in excess of their competitors. In addition to the day to day recruitment, Butler Ross also demonstrated a collaborative approach to their relationship with both Capita and our clients and would always support requests for information and new initiatives. Simply put, Butler Ross is an important recruitment partner as opposed to a supplier and I have recommended them to other accounts within the business on the basis of their proven track record. Finally, the team at Butler Ross are always extremely enthusiastic and professional, and I would have no hesitation in recommending their services.
David Davies – Client Relationship Director
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Having worked with Butler Ross for many years now, I feel they understand our business vision, our team ethos and the type of candidate who will be a good fit for our organisation. Extremely tenacious, their consultants consistently strive to provide suitable candidates for us to consider often at short notice. I would not hesitate to recommend Butler Ross to other potential customers.
Steve Vandyken - Director of Procurement
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With regards to using Butler Ross again that’s a confirmed yes. Your communication throughout the whole process has been outstanding. You really took the time to get to know us and to fully understand the details of the role we were recruiting for. You only sent across candidates for consideration that you felt were suitable and met our requirements rather than drowning us in CV’s and this made the whole process run smoothly as the candidates matched our spec perfectly
Katie Goddon - HR & Recruitment
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Butler Ross find the candidates that no one else seems able to. It could be that their understanding of Supply Chain recruitment is outstanding. They have always been my 'go to' recruiter for Procurement & Supply Chain roles and I've always been confident to recommend and introduce them.
Jenny Drake - HR
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Butler Ross have a very engaging and collaborative approach to managing their clients. Their consultants take their clients on a journey during the recruitment process, help build their confidence and work extremely hard to ensure they achieve the best possible outcome. Butler Ross are by far one of the best recruitment consultancies I have had the pleasure of dealing with.
Saigal Khalid – Procurement Manager
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I worked with Butler Ross specifically for the recruitment of a trainee buyer , the position was bespoke with certain criteria required which had to be met. They met all of the requirements in terms of the candidates while at the same time communicating professionally and with regularity which 99.9% of agencies fail to do, we got our Trainee who we are extremely happy with. Butler Ross’s service and their consultants work ethic totally supports my expectations of a recruitment company.
Paul Marvin – Purchasing Manager
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Twinings has worked with Butler Ross for many 5 years now. At Twinings, we have a very unique, ambiguous culture, structure and ways of working.We need Resource Partners who understand our business, someone who can support us in finding the right people for our roles.It is a pleasure working with the Butler Ross consultants as they are always dedicated, personable and professional when supporting us with our recruitment needs. They are also very knowledgeable and connected in the world of Supply, Logistics and FMCG which shows when we’re presented with the right candidates.I would highly recommend Butler Ross as Procurement & Supply Chain experts.
Chantal Dawson – HR Shared Services
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Procurement Services at Westminster City Council engaged Butler Ross to support the recruitment of several different roles. In my experience, their consultants were extremely focused on delivering a high-quality service to Westminster and provided us with a very accurate shortlist of suitable candidates.Cultural fit at Westminster is important and Butler Ross demonstrated they can accurately match against this as well as the technical skills required; as a result, we were able to successfully identify a very strong candidate for a role that I had struggled to appoint to for many months and I am delighted. The Butler Ross consultants take immense pride in ensuring that they are a responsive supplier and have delivered some outstanding results filling vacancies within the team. I would highly recommend Butler Ross for their expertise, market knowledge and excellent candidates
Mandy Gado - Head of Procurement
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As a client of Butler Ross I have been hugely impressed with their ability to find the 'right' candidates for the Operations team at YASA. The consultants achieve this by listening to our requirements, diligently searching for the right fit and taking the time to understand the culture of our organisation, to seek out the personalities that will compliment and enhance our team in the future. This attention to detail and understanding, has ultimately saved me many hours of interviewing candidate after candidate who would not be suitable for our organisation. I look forward to working with Butler Ross on future projects.
Steve Milton - Operations Director
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Whilst I have only worked with Butler Ross for a short while I have found their consultants to be both professional and engaging. They have successfully placed an excellent candidate within my department. At all times the consultants worked closely with both HR and myself to ensure a smooth transition. I look forward to working with you again in the very near future and would have no hesitation in recommending Butler Ross "
Wes Jenkinson - Senior Purchasing Manager
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The team at Butler Ross have been assisting me in sourcing several members of the procurement team for over a year now. We were struggling to find the right candidates but their consultants immediately understood our business requirements, our team ethos and the type of candidate who will be a good fit for our organisation. Extremely tenacious, the team consistently strives to provide suitable candidates for us to consider often at short notice which have led to several appointments. Butler Ross are now our preferred agency and I would not hesitate to recommend them to other potential customers.
Robert Botwright - Head of Procurement
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"Butler Ross handled a Senior search for us following a period where we had struggled with the quality of candidates from other providers. Their Consultants demonstrated a detailed approach in understanding the requirements of the role including touring our facilities to ensure they were aware of the qualities and skills the required candidate needed to demonstrate. Aligned with their attention to detail and own diligence prior to passing us candidates and level of contact and interaction with us as a client and with the candidates led to a successful hire for us at Director level.
Peter Tyler - Group Managing Director
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I just wanted to drop you a line to let you know about the exceptional job that your consultants have done for us since we engaged with Butler Ross.I have been really impressed with their attitude since day one, they are intelligent, friendly, engaging, dependable and have a very high level of integrity. They have taken the time to understand in depth the nature not just of our business but of the culture and the type of people that we want to work within that business and this understanding has been rewarded by the placing of successful candidates, who are working out to be, just perfect. I believe that you now has a deep knowledge of our business and has demonstrated the ability to meet our aspirations. Your consultants are genuinely interested in finding the right candidate for the right job and this ability demonstrates that they understand the importance of building long lasting trusting relationships with the companies that they works with.They are very proactive in their approach to recruiting for us and continually provide us with updates throughout our recruitment cycle, without being the overbearing in your face agency that drives you nuts. They are also is also very good at not swamping us with CV’s but only forwarding those of people who are likely to be a good fit for the role; some of the skills that we require within the business are hard to come by but you always continues to source suitable candidates for us.Due to the great service Butler Ross has shown to me, I will continue to use Butler Ross for any recruitment that arises within the business that I believe that you will be able to assist in filling.
Kathy Hawkins - HR Specialist
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I’ve worked with Butler Ross on a number of projects and always found the consultants positive outlook and personable nature an asset. When talking about specific roles they are keen to listen, not jump in with preconceived ideas and this means the candidates they are putting forward are much better screened. They also keep me in touch with the market and regardless of current needs keeping me informed of anyone new to the market that would be of potential interest without bombarding me with emails. Highly Recommend!
Iain Mathieson-Blake - Director of Supply Chain
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I found dealing with Butler Ross a very pleasant experience, you have always sent me good candidates that fitted the spec and very quickly I might add, I believe you add a valued service and I can assure you if we are stuck again I would have no hesitation in coming to you.
Anne Momsen - Talent Acquisition
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I have worked with Butler Ross for many years now and have been very pleased to work with such an honest and professional recruitment consultancy. I find the candidates we interview are exceptionally well informed about the business and the challenges we face. The recent benchmarking exercise was of great benefit to me. I would not hesitate to recommend Butler Ross to others.”
Paul Kelly - HR Director