Senior Buyer / Procurement

Carrington West
Full-time Preston, Lancashire architecture-and-engineering
Posted:
June 18, 2026
Location:
Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Description

A fantastic opportunity to join a leading Tier One contractor delivering major infrastructure projects for United Utilities as a Senior Buyer. As a Senior Buyer, you will establish, maintain, and enhance the efficiency of the Procurement function, ensuring that it aligns with company policies and business objectives. The role requires a strong background in subcontract procurement, particularly in the civil engineering and construction sectors, and will involve extensive interaction with project teams to drive best value in procurement activities.
Key Responsibilities:
·Tender/Procurement Packages: Develop bid lists and conduct due diligence on potential subcontractors. Ensure that procurement strategies align with project goals and risks, with a focus on subcontracting and materials.
·Tender Strategy Development: Collaborate with the project team to devise the procurement strategy, identifying opportunities for cost savings and risk mitigation.
·Procurement Schedule Ma...

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Job Overview

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Preston, United Kingdom
Posted: June 18, 2026
Deadline: July 28, 2026