Full job descriptionAbout the Company
Our client is a growing organisation operating within the environmental and sustainability sector, supporting businesses in reducing waste, improving resource efficiency, and contributing to a more circular economy.
With a strong operational footprint and a focus on innovation, the company works across multiple sites to help transform materials and processes in a way that minimises environmental impact and maximises value recovery. They are committed to continuous improvement, responsible sourcing, and embedding sustainable practices across their operations.
The Role
This is a commercially focused procurement role responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing goods and services across a multi-site operation.
You’ll play a key role in delivering cost savings, improving supplier performance, and driving procurement best practice across both regional and site-level operations. The position offers strong exposure to operational stakeholders and the opportunity to influence strategic sourcing decisions in a complex, asset-intensive environment.
Key Responsibilities
*Source and procure goods, materials, and services in line with business requirements.
*Manage the full purchase order lifecycle, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
*Partner with operational teams to manage demand planning and stock availability.
*Lead sourcing activities including RFx processes, supplier evaluation, negotiation, and contract award.
*Manage spend across OPEX, consumables, services, and selected CapEx & MRO categories.
*Support supplier consolidation and regional tendering initiatives.
*Work closely with site teams to optimise inventory levels and reduce excess stock.
*Build strong relationships with stakeholders across multiple operational sites.
*Improve contract compliance and reduce off-contract spend.
*Monitor supplier performance and manage ongoing commercial relationships.
*Use data and analytics to support decision-making and drive procurement performance.
*Ensure compliance with procurement policies and governance frameworks.
*Track and report on savings, spend under management, and key procurement KPIs.
About You
*4–8 years’ experience in procurement or strategic sourcing roles
*Experience within waste management, recycling, utilities, logistics, manufacturing, or other heavy industries with heavy machinery and MRO categories is highly desirable
*Proven track record of delivering measurable cost savings
*Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
*Confident working in multi-site, decentralised environments
*Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
*Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
*Degree qualified (or equivalent experience); CIPS (or equivalent) desirable
Benefits:
*Hybrid working model - 3 days per week in central London office location.
*Company Penson - Matched up to 7% amounting to total of 14%+ combined contributions.
*Cycle To Work Scheme