Project Buyer

Job:
Support Functions Procurement and Supply Chain

Location:

2 The Avenue, M20 2EY
Didsbury United Kingdom Offer s Sci-Tech and Equans Data Centers is looking to recruit a Project Buyer, to join the Procurement team based in Didsbury, Manchester.

As a key member of a close-knit team, the Project Buyer will provide a comprehensive and expert procurement service to support the business, playing a pivotal role in developing innovative, cost-effective, and sustainable supply strategies that mitigate risk and deliver value. The role will also be instrumental in strengthening and expanding the supply chain to meet the demands of high-growth sectors, particularly within the UK Data Centre market.

While primarily based in Manchester, occasional travel to regional offices and project sites will be required.

This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, technical projects that are shaping the future of digital infrastructure, while making a real impact within a high-growth business and benefiting from excellent career progression opportunities across a global organisation.

What you will deliver?

Manage the procurement of all Packages for allocated Engineering Construction Projects in line with agreed procurement strategy, ensuring best value solutions for the business.

Provide an effective and professional service in the procurement of sub-contractors and material/equipment (OEM) for strategic trades including delivery/construction stage project management.

Manage Projects stakeholders from Operational to Design Team and engage with Senior Project  involved in all stages of the projects from, tender, preconstruction, contract negotiations and construction.

Utilising your experience in M&E building services to Deliver competitive procurement solutions that balance cost, quality and sustainability.

Supply chain management, including sourcing and structuring the supply chain, carrying out performance and relationship management to drive improved performance/cost benefits.

Monitor supply chain performance, compliance, workload, and financial status to ensure the company is protected.

Support the implementation of Carbon Reduction with the supply chain.

Identify and manage risks and opportunities.

Align with and support the group procurement goals and objectives.

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes;25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
Life Cover equivalent to 4 times annual salary

Company Stakeholder Pension Scheme Private Medical Insurance2 corporate social responsibility days per year Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalised support programmes

Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme Access to our growing employee networks including Access Ability (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app Who are we looking for?

Solid understanding of strategic procurement/buying practices.

Demonstrated successful operational buying on Construction Projects.

Proven ability to manage multiple projects and packages in a fast-paced dynamic environment.

Strong understanding of Construction project life cycle (Riba stage design).Strong negotiation skills.

A strong team player who is customer focused with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.

Excellent Written and verbal Communication.

Effective problem-solving and strong analytical skills

Highly methodical with a systematic approach to tasks.

Strong knowledge of sustainability and safety within procurement practices.

Proficiency in Microsoft 365, especially Excel.

Attention to detail and strong time management.

Accredited degree or equivalent (i.e CIPS).Who are we?

Equans Data Centers is a strategic data centre partner. We deliver the whole data centre, providing full general contracting for hyperscaler and colocation data centre projects across Europe, through a single point of contact.

Leveraging Bouygues Energies & Services and Equans' experiences, we provide expertise in construction and engineering, global standardisation, precision localisation and total control of the supply chain. This enables us to deliver data centres with the best possible quality, speed to delivery and high…