Commercial Procurement Assistant - Energy & Natural Resource
On-siteManchester, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Support the development and implementation of procurement and commercial strategies aligned to project objectives. Assist in sourcing strategies, tender documentation, and contract administration while conducting market research and supplier analysis. Manage the full tender lifecycle from ITT preparation to contract award, monitor supplier performance, and maintain accurate records ensuring governance compliance. Collaborate with Commercial Managers, project teams, and stakeholders to deliver procurement activities across nuclear and energy programmes. Present in the Warrington office or client location three days per week. Requires a degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management with prior procurement experience.
Required Qualifications
- Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Procurement, Business, Engineering or a related discipline
- Prior experience supporting procurement, commercial or contract management activities
- Experience working within major projects, infrastructure, energy, utilities, construction, engineering or other regulated environments
- Understanding of procurement processes and contract administration principles
- Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Candidates will be required to be present in our office or client office in Warrington for 3 days per week
Desired Qualifications
- Experience within the Nuclear, Energy, Infrastructure, Defence or Utilities sectors
- Knowledge of NEC contracts and procurement best practice
- Experience supporting procurements valued in excess of £5 million
- Exposure to business case development and governance approval processes
- Understanding of public sector procurement frameworks and government assurance processes
- Working towards or holding membership of a relevant professional body such as CIPS, RICS, APM or similar
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