Senior Procurement Manager

ROLE: Senior Procurement Manager - Construction LOCATION: West Sussex - Hybrid SALARY: £75,000 - £85,000 DOE benefits THE COMPANY We are currently supporting this large organisation within their construction function for a Senior Procurement Manager. This company acts as a vital piece of UK national infrastructure and a major driver for regional and national economies. They offer you the perfect opportunity to diversify your career while prioritising what matters most to you. This is a place where innovation thrives, work-life balance is valued, and skills are nurtured. THE JOB An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Procurement Manager within their Construction division, to play a pivotal role in the delivery of a multi-billion-pound capital investment programme. Reporting to the Capital Procurement Lead, you will drive the procurement strategy across a diverse construction programme, ensuring best practice and value for money at every stage. You will be accountable for delivering robust procurement processes, managing a wide supplier base, and leading contract negotiations that support critical investment projects. Your duties will include: Develop, embed, and deliver programme and project procurement strategies aligned with long-term investment plans. Manage a diverse supply chain (including framework and specialist suppliers), ensuring safety, quality, cost, sustainability, and schedule targets are achieved. Lead procurement processes from market engagement through to contract award, ensuring compliance with governance and procurement principles. Oversee the negotiation, evaluation, and award of multi-million-pound contracts. Provide leadership and guidance to procurement professionals, fostering collaboration and best practice across integrated project teams. Ensure robust risk management and supplier performance monitoring across first, second, and third-tier contractors. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR You must have extensive senior level procurement experience within a large Construction company or infrastructure projects Client-side experience is an advantage MCIPS qualification - Ideally Proven track record of delivering complex, high-value procurement projects in regulated environments. Strong leadership skills, with experience developing diverse and inclusive teams. Exceptional negotiation, stakeholder management, and influencing skills. Knowledge and experience of NEC4 contracts (options A, C, and E) highly desirable. Experience in procuring Design, Professional Services, Specialist Systems, and Construction projects is advantageous. If you are interested in this opportunity hit “apply” or contact Craig Humphrey at Xenon Recruitment today! Alternatively, if you are seeking some advice/guidance about your next career steps get in touch for a confidential conversation.

Location: West Sussex, UK, GB

Posted Date: 9/9/2025