Purchasing & Commercial Professional

Recruiter:
Krystle James Career Grade: EExpiry Date: 20/10/26

Due to the sensitive nature of this role, you will be required to undergo DV (Developed Vetting) level Security Clearance (. An allowance per annum may be payable monthly while you hold this DV and continue to work in a role that requires that level of security clearance. The terms of this allowance will be made available if you are successful in being recruited into this role.

Security isn’t always the first thing that comes to mind when you think of BT, but when it comes to keeping everyone safely connected, We Are The Protectors. We deal with thousands of cyber-attacks every day, so that millions of people can safely go about their daily lives and run their businesses.
We deliver vital work at scale, with real breadth and impact. We connect for good.

You'll be joining a specialist security team that is a trusted partner to governments worldwide, protecting critical national infrastructure and committed to the safety and security of our nation and global communities. Our mission focused work is innovative, inspiring and technologically challenging in a way that makes every day different and stimulating. We provide the opportunity to work on rare projects, with exciting tools and brilliant people.

Everyone has access to unparalleled professional and personal development opportunities and your contribution is always valued.

About the role

This role supports purchasing, sourcing, and supplier management activities across the business, helping to deliver effective procurement outcomes, cost optimisation, supplier performance, and risk management.

Working with stakeholders and suppliers, the role manages day-to-day purchasing activity, supports governance compliance, identifies improvement opportunities, and contributes to the successful delivery of business objectives while operating within customer processes, systems, and security requirements.

This job role can be based in Ipswich, Cheltenham or London. Hybrid (3 days office based & 2 days remote) Mon-Fri 37.5. DV Security Clearance is required. Must have lived in UK for 10+ years to obtain clearance.

What you’ll be doing

Supporting stakeholders with purchasing and procurement activities, ensuring goods and services are sourced and delivered in line with business requirements.

Assisting with sourcing events, supplier negotiations, contract renewals, and day-to-day purchasing activities.

Building effective relationships with stakeholders and suppliers, helping to resolve queries, manage issues, and deliver positive outcomes.

Supporting the management of supplier performance, procurement risks, and compliance requirements, escalating issues where appropriate.

Monitoring spend, supporting cost-control initiatives, and identifying opportunities to improve value, efficiency, and supplier performance. Essential Skills / Experience Negotiation Commercial  strategy

Decision making

Problem solving

Growth mindset

Desirable Skills / Experience Required Skills (Essential)
Some experience or foundational knowledge in procurement, purchasing operations, supplier management, or a related field.

Basic commercial awareness and an understanding of procurement principles, sourcing processes, supplier agreements, and purchasing governance.

Good communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships with suppliers, internal customers, and colleagues.

Required Skills (Desirable)
Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams, with the ability to prepare reports, analyse purchasing data, maintain procurement records, and support sourcing and supplier management activities.

Exposure to purchasing, sourcing, supplier…