Tactical Procurement Specialist
Job in
London, Greater London, W1B, England, UK
Listed on 2026-03-04
Listing for:
UK Power Networks (Operations) Ltd
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-03-04
Job specializations:
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Business
Business Development, Business Analyst, Supply Chain / Intl. Trade, Business Administration
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Tactical Procurement Specialist
📍 London or Crawley | 💼 Permanent | 💷 £46,.5% Bonus
⏳ Apply by 17 March 2026
Hybrid Working: 3 days office / 2 days remote after probation
Ready to grow your procurement career in a CIPS Platinum‑accredited team? UK Power Networks is looking for a Tactical Procurement Specialist to support smart, efficient sourcing across a diverse range of indirect categories. If you enjoy problem‑solving, building strong stakeholder relationships, and driving value through clever procurement, this role is for you.
🔧 What you'll do
Manage small tenders, direct awards and single‑source requests
Analyse contracts, identify renewal and savings opportunities
Support category management and supplier onboarding
Execute compliant sourcing routes, including three‑bid tenders
Act as a key partner interface, guiding stakeholders through procurement
Drive efficiency, challenge assumptions and support continuous improvement🎯 What you'll bring
Strong organisational, analytical and influencing skills
Ability to manage multiple procurement activities with accuracy and pace
Understanding of supplier management, sourcing processes and commercial principles
Confident working independently within a busy team environment⭐ Bonus points for
Degree-level study (procurement, business, engineering)
NEC3 experience
Prior purchasing/procurement experience
Experience in regulated environments
CIPS/MCIPS (or working toward it)
Familiarity with SAP Ariba / Achilles
🎁 Benefits
✨ 25 days holiday + bank holidays
✨ Reservist Leave (18 paid + 22 unpaid)
✨ Pension up to 10% employer contribution
✨ Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, Green Car Leasing
✨ Discounts, gym membership offers & wellbeing support
If you're motivated, commercially savvy and ready to make a real impact across the UK's energy sector, we'd love to hear from you
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