Procurement Specialist – Defence; NEC​/JCT

Company Description

Important:
Before applying, due to the sensitive nature of these projects, you must be a SOLE UK National who is able to achieve and maintain UK MoD Security Clearance (SC). See Security Clearance Section.

At Turner & Townsend we are passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realise their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.

We provide Commercial, Procurement and Cost Management Services to a wide range of clients out of over 110 offices worldwide, operating in various sectors including Defence, Rail, Utilities, Transport, Education, Local Authorities and Health.

As a candidate for this role, you will not only have procurement experience built from a career in a relevant sector, but you will also want to be part of a high-functioning team focussed on delivering world‑class outcomes to our ever‑growing network of Defence clients.

We understand that people can contribute to our team and mission in a variety of ways, even if they do not possess all the experiences and skills listed below. While possessing most of the following could be advantageous, our focus is on meeting people that are equally passionate about making the difference and want to work towards delivering better outcomes for our clients.

If you are excited about working with us and have relevant skills or experiences that you think can add value to our teams and clients, we would encourage you to apply.

We are currently seeking skilled Procurement Specialists / Managers interested in working within the UK Defence Sector to be part of our growing Defence Team.

As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to be involved in and contribute to some of the most exciting and interesting challenges that face the UK Defence Sector today, in both the public and private sector.

• Providing specialist procurement strategy, advice, and guidance to public and private sector Defence clients.
• Identifying, sourcing, and acquiring goods and / or services, ensuring that procurement activities adhere to relevant Public Sector and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with project objectives and client policies.
• Preparing and developing tender packs and delivering a tendering process, working in a strategic procurement environment.
• Negotiating, supporting, developing, drafting, and awarding contracts (and contract changes) either individually or as part of a team.
• Managing strategic supplier relationships.
• Collaborating with a team on end‑to‑end procurement services for major projects or programmes.

• Proven track record in procurement within defence, construction, or infrastructure industries.
• Extensive experience of Procurement, Contract Management, and/or Contract Placement (sourcing) in sole source and competitive markets.
• In‑depth knowledge and experience of New Engineering Contract (NEC3/NEC4) and/or Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT) contract frameworks.
• Experience in delivering service quality to clients and/or customer (internal or external) and may be responsible for dealing regularly with stakeholders on complex, controversial and contentious issues. You must have:
• Experience in chairing internal and external meetings involving senior stakeholders.
• Proven negotiation, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience of liaising with diverse stakeholders.
• A proactive approach with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

• Professional qualification(s) in Business, Procurement/Supply Chain Management, Law, Project Management or a similar relevant discipline, or an equivalent level of relevant experience.
• Trained in, or holds a sufficient level of experience of, Qualifying Defence Contracts (QDC), Defence and Security Public Contracting Regulations (DSPCR), the Public Contract Regulations (PCR) and/or the Procurement Act 2023.
• Working in teams/site attendance:

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