Buyer in Suffolk

Help shape the UK's energy future with the Civil Works Alliance (CWA), supporting Sizewell C. As part of the CWA, you will support the building of Sizewell C, a 3.2-gigawatt power station generating low-carbon electricity for around 6 million homes.

This role will be within the Enabling and Earthwork Section.

What will you do?

• Support in the implementation of procurement strategies and processes.
• Assist with sourcing and formally agreeing an appropriate supply chain.
• Compile robust tender enquiries.
• Manage the formal tender process.
• Coordinate the commercial and technical reviews of tender returns through engagement with other specialist functions (i.e. HSE, technical compliance, quality, commercial, construction, planning, contractual services/legal, logistics, industrial relations, etc.), as appropriate.
• Lead the tender negotiation process.
• Develop robust and complete recommendations for formal award approval(s).
• Draft, issue, and execute contracts in accordance with project procurement guidelines and governance.
• Develop the project supplier database linked to Compete For, including market assessments, tracking effectiveness of engagement, prequalification status, and bid support performance.
• Develop local, diverse, and SME engagement strategies and assist in hosting Meet the Buyer Events and community advertising.
• Support the development of the Local Sustainable Procurement Plan through liaison with Parent Company and Client experts.
• Apply an ethical and consistent approach to the responsible procurement of goods and services, ensuring compliance with professional standards, current legislation, and nuclear regulations.
• Demonstrate an understanding of procurement and commercial principles.
• Manage supply chain performance and reporting.
• Ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm.

What are we looking for?

Knowledge Skills Essential:

• Negotiation.
• Legal contracting.
• Supply base management.
• Risk opportunity management.
• Project procurement strategy.
• Supply chain planning logistics.
• Product knowledge.

Desirable:

• Project management.
• Commercial business acumen.
• Nuclear culture/behaviours.
• Client stakeholder management.
• People management.
• Social sustainability.

Qualifications Experience Essential:

• Understands the procurement operational activities.
• Basic/general experience in the workplace environment.
• Procurement knowledge.

Desirable:

• Student member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply working towards chartership (MCIPS) or with another construction-focused Institute (i.e. CIOB or RICS).
• Working towards industry qualification obtained - Diploma Level 4, or HNC in Building Studies, or Degree qualification.

What we will offer you?

The CWA is a single delivery organisation made up of the client (Sizewell C) and three parent companies - Balfour Beatty, Bouygues, and Laing O'Rourke - which offer industry-leading packages including market-leading salaries, generous annual leave entitlements, pension scheme, and other flexible benefits.

About Us

The CWA celebrates the creativity and innovation that comes from a diverse workforce, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, especially those from under-represented communities. Our project is built on five core values: Humility, Positivity, Respect, Solidarity, and Clarity. By joining us, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work, speak up, and share your ideas. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

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