Procurement Lead

Company: Bouygues Construction SA
Apply for the Procurement Lead
Location: Ipswich
Job Description:

Procurement Lead

Currently we are seeking an experienced Procurement Professional for a critical position within the Civil Works Alliance (CWA), supporting the construction of Sizewell C—a landmark project that will shape the UK’s energy future. Sizewell C will deliver low‑carbon electricity to 6 million homes for the next 60 years. As part of the CWA, you’ll be joining a delivery organisation that brings together the collective strength and expertise of Sizewell C and three international construction leaders: Balfour Beatty, Bouygues Travaux Publics, and Laing O’Rourke.

We are looking for a procurement leader who can bring best‑in‑class service and strategic leadership to our supply chain, ensuring every procurement decision supports our mission of delivering sustainable, reliable energy to the nation.

Responsibilities

  • Implement our Contracting Strategy and Delivery Plan in close partnership with the CWA Procurement Lead
  • Deliver on all Procurement and Supply Chain commitments outlined in the Programme Alliance Agreement
  • Collaborate with peers to mitigate market risk, unlock project efficiencies, and drive effective procurement and supply chain management
  • Develop forward‑looking supply chain strategies to ensure we have the right resources for current and future requirements
  • Lead key negotiations, ensuring commercial success while managing risk
  • Support our teams with tendering, market analysis, supplier selection, and risk assessment
  • Foster a culture of inclusion and progression, building and developing a high‑performing team
  • Uphold ethical standards throughout the procurement process, ensuring compliance with all governance and nuclear regulations
  • Build professional relationships with suppliers, sub‑contractors, and service providers, driving best value to the project
  • Champion our local, diverse, and SME supplier engagement strategies, and play a part in delivering community‑focused events
  • Drive sustainable procurement and maintain a relentless focus on health and safety

Qualifications

  • Demonstrable extensive experience within the construction sector, with an in‑depth understanding of the interfaces and relationships that shape our industry
  • Strong negotiation, supplier relationship management, and contract law knowledge
  • The ability to deliver robust procurement strategies under pressure and to tight deadlines
  • Proven leadership in managing operational procurement teams of varying experience
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • A commitment to ethical, consistent procurement and delivering measurable value through your work

Additional qualifications such as MCIPS, a relevant degree, or other construction industry chartership are highly desirable.

If you are passionate about making a lasting impact on the UK’s sustainable energy infrastructure and want to play a pivotal role in a project of national significance, we invite you to apply now.

#J-18808-Ljbffr…

Posted: March 27th, 2026