Project Procurement Specialist

Devonport Source: WhatJobs

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Overview

In this role you will drive procurement and contract management across major capital and infrastructure programmes at Devonport Royal Dockyard. You will collaborate with engineering, project management and commercial teams to ensure compliant, on-time supply of goods and services. You’ll shape supplier performance, manage risks under NEC4 frameworks, and support governance across complex defence projects. This is a frontline, on-site opportunity in a trusted, mission-driven environment with opportunities for progression and impact.

Pay / Benefits

Generous holiday allowance
Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance
Digital GP and health checks via Aviva DigiCare+
Employee share scheme
Payment of Professional Fees
Be Kind Day (volunteering)

Responsibilities

Lead procurement activities across capital projects, infrastructure programmes, and new works initiatives
Establish and manage framework agreements for professional services, construction works, and specialist suppliers
Build strong supplier relationships to drive performance, innovation, value and continuous improvement
Negotiate commercial terms and support effective risk management in line with NEC4 contract requirements
Monitor contract performance, resolve issues, and support change control and governance processes

Key requirements

Extensive experience delivering procurement across capital projects, new works programmes, and framework agreements
Strong knowledge of NEC4 contracts, including negotiation, commercial risk management, and contract optimisation
Proven supplier relationship management experience with performance improvement and issue resolution
Experience collaborating with engineering, project management, commercial, and technical stakeholders
Knowledge of procurement best practice, compliance processes, risk management, and digital procurement systems (Oracle ERP, e-tendering)
NEC3 or NEC4 training
MCIPS qualification, equivalent qualification, or working towards professional accreditation
Ability to obtain and maintain Security Check clearance