Sub Buyer

Subcontract Buyer Salary: £65,000 A well-established utilities contractor is seeking an experienced Subcontract Buyer to join its commercial and supply-chain function in Preston. This position plays a central role in procuring subcontract labour and service packages that support large-scale utilities works across the region.

Role Overview :
The Subcontract Buyer will lead sourcing, negotiation, and administration of subcontract packages, ensuring commercial value, supply-chain reliability, and full compliance with organisational and regulatory requirements. The role will support operations, project delivery, and category management activity.

Key Responsibilities Source, tender, and negotiate subcontract packages across utilities, civils, and related services Manage supplier pre-qualification, onboarding, and compliance requirements Ensure commercial terms, scopes, and pricing structures are aligned with budget and programme needs Support framework agreements and category strategies to secure capacity and mitigate risk Monitor supplier performance, delivery standards, and adherence to HSEQ obligations Resolve supply-chain issues, claims, and variations in collaboration with commercial teams Maintain procurement documentation, contract files, and reporting outputs aligned with audit requirements Build strong internal relationships with project managers, quantity surveyors, and operational delivery leads Candidate Profile:
Background in subcontract procurement within utilities, infrastructure, construction, or civils Strong commercial negotiation skills and understanding of contract law principles Experience running competitive tenders and bid evaluations Ability to interpret scopes of work and translate operational requirements into robust subcontract packages Confident communicating with suppliers, operational stakeholders, and commercial leadership Competent user of procurement systems and documentation standards Package:
Salary: £65,000 Based in Preston with regional engagement Structured training, commercial development, and potential progression into senior procurement roles Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates