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Procurement Specialist - Onshore Wind
Contract Length: 12 Months (Renewable)
Location: Hybrid (remote working with occasional visits to offices in London/Edinburgh/Durham/Newcastle)
Daily Rate: up to £600pd DOE (Inside IR35)
Start Date: ASAP
The Opportunity
Are you passionate about all things procurement? Do you want to be part of a company at the forefront of the transition to a Net Zero future? If so, we may have just the role for you…
We're seeking a Procurement Specialist to play a key role in supporting the growth of renewable energy by managing procurement and contract activities across onshore wind projects in the UK and Irish markets. Reporting to the Procurement and Contracts Manager, you'll work closely with development and construction teams to deliver effective procurement solutions aligned with project goals and business requirements.
What You'll Be Doing
Based at one of our UK office locations, your responsibilities will include:
Initiating and implementing procurement plans, with engagement and support from key internal stakeholders
Identifying, selecting, and prequalifying suppliers for upcoming projects and initiatives
Preparing and managing formal and informal RfQs to align supply chain capabilities with project opportunities
Analysing and evaluating tender responses
Leading or supporting contract negotiations with suppliers (£50K-£200M), ensuring value for money, risk management, and commercial efficiency
Preparing governance documentation and contributing to financial approval processes
Managing contracts including reporting, processing payment applications and invoices, handling variations, claims, disputes, and final accounts
Building and maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers to drive performance and foster a partnership-based approach
Monitoring supply market trends and developments to inform risk mitigation strategies and competitive analysis
What You'll Need to Succeed
You'll be a motivated and proactive professional, confident in managing procurement activities in line with internal policies and procedures. A collaborative approach, strong commercial acumen, and an eye for detail are essential.
You will bring:
Experience supporting large-scale projects within a project team environment, ideally with a background in commercial management, quantity surveying, or procurement
A track record within capital-intensive industries such as utilities, oil & gas, mining, or defence
Proven success in supplier negotiations and tender processes
Strong understanding of procurement and contract management principles
Solid negotiation and influencing skills with working knowledge of contract law
Desirable:
Prior experience in renewable energy projects, particularly onshore wind
MCIPS or RICS qualified (or working towards full membership)
Degree in quantity surveying, procurement, or a related business discipline
If you're interested in this role please apply here and we'll be in touch very soon.
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