At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage procurement for major power and substation projects, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness.
- Company: Leading engineering firm focused on innovative power transmission and renewable energy solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities to work on impactful projects.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with strong potential for professional growth.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and contribute to sustainable energy solutions while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: CIPS qualified or equivalent experience in procurement within the energy sector.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Procurement Engineer – Power & Substations
Glasgow, Scotland.
Permanent Staff role.
Competitive Salary plus benefits.
Our client is a leading engineering and infrastructure organisation delivering complex power transmission, renewable energy, and substation projects.
They are looking to appoint a Procurement Engineer to support the successful delivery of major EPC projects across the UK.
This role will take ownership of procurement activities across both tender and project phases, ensuring cost-effective sourcing solutions while maintaining quality, compliance, and delivery objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end procurement activities for tenders and projects.
- Develop sourcing strategies and identify new suppliers and subcontractors.
- Issue RFQs and evaluate technical and commercial proposals.
- Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and contract terms.
- Prepare bid evaluations and total cost analyses.
- Manage purchase orders and supplier performance.
- Support expediting, claims management, and issue resolution.
- Drive cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
About You
- CIPS qualified or equivalent procurement experience.
- Experience within power transmission, distribution, substations, renewables, utilities, or EPC projects.
- Strong commercial negotiation and contract management skills.
- Knowledge of international procurement practices and ERP systems (Oracle preferred).
- Confident managing multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced project environment.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
What's On Offer?
- Work on major transmission, substation, and renewable energy projects.
- Join a growing, innovative engineering business.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please submit your CV today.
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Engineering Strategic Buyer – Power & Substations in Glasgow employer: First Recruitment Group
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