Procurement Manager

Equans is a renowned energies & services contractor and a proud member of the Bouygues global industrial group. Our expertise spans the design, construction, and maintenance of buildings and critical infrastructure worldwide.

We have a great opportunity for a Procurement Manager to support our Connected Cities business that specialises in electrical infrastructure projects within the highways sector. Connected Cities provides a 'one stop shop' for the design, supply, installation, energising, and maintenance of urban electrical infrastructure, future-proofing these services for smart city applications.

Role overview

The expectation of a Procurement Managers role is for them to be illustrate responsibility for maximising delivered financial value and enhancing visibility and perception of Procurement within Equans UK. This would be measured by successfully and smoothly implementing new supplier contracts and delivering ongoing value and savings in line with the Procurement Policy. The role of a Procurement Manager (PM) aligns with the strategic objectives set by the Head of Procurement for the division and will contribute to the overall success of the Connected Cities workstream.

Key activities

Being a driver in raising the visibility and perception of Procurement.
Defining a procurement strategy in collaboration with the Senior Procurement Manager and relevant internal stakeholders such as the Central Category team with an understanding of business needs, internal processes and relevant routes to market to drive best value for the business.
Promoting insourcing over outsourcing where in-house capabilities exist.
Implementing sourcing strategies and leading procurement tenders for selecting supply chain for operational contracts and framework agreements and participating in negotiation to ensure optimal agreements are in place; ensuring supply chain have the right technical and operational capabilities, level of health and safety and sustainability credentials, offer best value for money and quality services to the end customer.
Implementing and managing framework agreements as relevant to the division specific local requirements.
Driving compliance to existing local and category framework agreements by ensuring they are publicised and used across the business and colleagues are aware of who to buy from and how much to pay. Leveraging parent company group agreements.
Managing suppliers who deliver services that are specific to the business unit through regular supply chain meetings, visits and business reviews. Engaging with operational teams to manage the performance of subcontractors.
Ensuring the right supply chain is in place by conducting market analysis, sourcing new supply chain who are best able to meet the needs of the business where gaps are identified

Skills, qualifications & experience

Relevant experience in procurement, commercial and/or financial.
Educated to degree/ diploma level (or working towards) in either Procurement, Business, Law, Surveying, Accounting, Science, or a CIPS accreditation or with competencies that can be demonstrated to be transposable in a Procurement environment.
Knowledge of procurement processes, rules, and regulations.
Negotiation and contract management skills with proven experience in a procurement / commercial / contractual environment.
Exposure to sustainable procurement practices and carbon reduction initiatives.
Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to tailor approach based on the audience.

What can we offer you? 

5% bonus
Private health care (Single Use)
Private GP consultations
Company car
Life Cover equivalent to 2 timesannual salary  Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers 
Gym membership discounts 
Cycle to work scheme 
Holiday purchase scheme 

Who are we?

EQUANSis a world leader in energy services with nearly , employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

EQUANS 13, UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.

Whats next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

As part of a positive action drive to address under-representation in senior management positions we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act . 

In support of our positive action measures, we will consider applications that do not meet all the technical requirements if candidates can demonstrate how transferable skills will enable them to successfully deliver the remit of the role in an environment which promotes a flexible working culture. 

At Equans we're committed to delivering a culture where everyone's voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You'll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), Veterans & Reservists, WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.