Procurement Manager

Location: Motherwell

We have a fantastic opportunity within our Energy business for an ambitious and talented Procurement Manager to join the team.

The role requires the successful applicant to work closely with our delivery teams throughout Scotland and with our supply chain partners across the UK, Europe and the World.

About the role –

Procurement Manager to facilitate our Energy Transmission projects in Scotland.

As a Procurement Manager you will be responsible for maximising the Supply Chain/procurement value to Morgan Sindall through the effective procurement and performance management of subcontract and materials packages, whilst working with colleagues to develop and implement the Business Unit Supply Chain Plan. Responsible for ensuring that supply chain relationships are managed and developed, and that subcontractor and supplier performance is measured and improved.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a successful, growing and exciting team.

Responsibilities:

As a Procurement Manager you will:

• Ensure that existing supply chain relationships are managed and developed.
• Identify companies whose values align with Morgan Sindall and have the potential to be our Supply Chain Partners
• In line with agreed work scope; undertake subcontract and/or materials procurement on a single (generally high value or long term) project or framework, or across multiple projects, ensuring best practices are followed, best value is achieved, and procurement is in line with project programmes.

• Responsible for owning and updating project procurement schedules and reporting of buying gains/losses for their project(s)
• Timely placement of comprehensive orders that protect the commercial interests of the business.
• Ensure that the Morgan Sindall processes and DELAPs are adhered to.
• Work winning – provide high quality input to prequalification and tender responses, formulate tender procurement strategies, input to tender lists, undertake and evaluate tender enquiries, support supplier / sub-contractor selection – attend pre-contract / tender meetings as required
• Support project delivery and ensure the safety and sustainability of the Supply Chain.
• Seek out innovations to enhance engagement and interaction with our supply chain.
• Manage and co-ordinate the performance management of the supply chain in partnership with the delivery teams.

About the Qualifications, Skills & Experience

Qualifications –

Ideally working towards or already a Member of the Chartered Institute of Purchase & Supply or other equivalent professional qualification.

Experience –The right applicant must be experienced in managing all aspects of procurement for the Energy transmission sector and large civil engineering schemes.

A working knowledge of NEC Subcontract procurement would be desirable.

Effective management and communication skills with the ability to adapt communication styles to motivate stakeholders to achieve a desired outcome aligned to Morgan Sindall objectives.

Excellent organisational, planning, and time management skills with an ability to evaluate situations, question effectively, and identify new opportunities.

Goal-oriented with leadership and organisational skills, capable of managing others and facilitating effective planning, problem-solving, and decision-making.

Ability to build collaborative relationships and understand the strengths and weaknesses of our stakeholders and supply chain.

Analytical thinking to make informed decisions on supply chain/procurement issues.

Excellent networking skills with an understanding of stakeholders’ needs and expectations.

What’s in it for you?

Below is a selection of benefits that are available to you at Morgan Sindall Infrastructure.

• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days
• Flexible and adaptable working
• Family friendly policies and work/life approach
• Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
• Contributory pension scheme
• Annual bonus scheme
• Recognition scheme and long service awards
• Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role)

Why Morgan Sindall Infrastructure?

We believe in connecting people, places and communities through innovative and responsible infrastructure

Morgan Sindall Infrastructure delivers some of the UK’s most complex and critical infrastructure across six core sectors of energy, water, nuclear, highways, rail and aviation for public and private customers. Our business is supported by a wealth of functional roles within human resources, commercial, IT, innovation, design, work winning / business development, safety, health, environment and quality (SHEQ), communications, procurement, and finance.

Our people define our culture and are at the heart of everything we do. We put personal and professional development at the forefront of our efforts to attract and retain the best people in the industry. We are a community of diverse individuals and our people play an invaluable role in shaping the UK’s infrastructure and contributing to our long-term sustainable growth.

We are looking for people to join our team who not only have relevant qualifications and skills, but who understand and value our culture of pride and connection.

Morgan Sindall is an equal opportunities employer and has been accredited with the Positive About Disabled People ‘Two Ticks’ accreditation. We are also an Investors in People company.