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About the RoleWe are looking for an experienced procurement and supply chain professional to support... About the RoleWe are looking for an experienced procurement and supply chain professional to support major infrastructure bids and project opportunities from early client engagement through to project mobilisation.This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in developing procurement strategies, engaging with supply chain partners, supporting bid teams, and helping secure successful project outcomes. The role sits at the heart of project delivery, ensuring procurement activities are delivered professionally, ethically, and in line with governance requirements while driving best value, innovation, and sustainability.Key Responsibilities Support the delivery of procurement and supply chain objectives throughout the bid and work-winning process.Work with bid teams to develop procurement strategies and supplier selection plans that support successful project outcomes.Support estimating teams with market intelligence, supplier engagement, and pricing strategies.Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and supply chain partners.Ensure supply chain assurance and compliance requirements are met across projects and packages.Apply procurement best practice, governance, and inclusive procurement principles.Support sustainability initiatives and supply chain engagement activities.Contribute to procurement and supply chain responses for client tenders and technical submissions. Essential Experience & Skills Significant experience in procurement and supply chain management within infrastructure, engineering, or construction environments.Proven experience supporting client tenders, bid-winning activities, and estimating functions.Experience working on civil engineering and infrastructure projects.Strong commercial awareness with the ability to negotiate and secure best-value outcomes.Experience using electronic tendering platforms such as Jaggaer, SourceDogg, or similar systems.Strong communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.Good understanding of procurement governance and contract management.Knowledge of NEC contracts.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Desirable Experience Experience working within a matrix organisation.Knowledge of framework projects and associated procurement practices.Previous experience with major infrastructure programmes.Experience using Jaggaer and/or SourceDogg. QualificationsEssential MCIPS qualified or actively working towards CIPS qualifications Desirable Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.Additional procurement or supply chain management certifications.  Company informationAt First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.  We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Procurement Lead looking for new employment.As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.

Procurement Director EMEA– Leading Hospitality Business – London - £130K + BenefitsMy client is a le... Procurement Director EMEA– Leading Hospitality Business – London - £130K + BenefitsMy client is a leading global hospitality business.They are currently looking for a Procurement Director to join their team. The successful Procurement Director will be responsible for developing and executing a best-in-class procurement strategy across the EMEA region. This role will drive value through strategic sourcing, supplier partnerships, cost optimisation, and sustainable procurement practices while supporting operational teams across multiple locations. You will lead regional procurement teams, manage key supplier relationships, and collaborate with executive stakeholders to ensure procurement aligns with the business’s growth ambitions and service standards.This is the perfect opportunity for a high performing Procurement Director to join a leading business who can match their ambition and offer great exposure and genuine opportunities.Responsibilities include: Develop and implement the EMEA procurement strategy aligned with company objectives and expansion plans.Lead strategic sourcing initiatives across key spend categories including food & beverage, operating supplies & equipment (OS&E), furniture fixtures & equipment (FF&E), technology, and services.Deliver measurable cost savings, value creation, and risk mitigation across the supply chain.Build and manage strategic supplier partnerships across the EMEA region.Implement best-in-class procurement processes, governance, and systems.Drive sustainability, ethical sourcing, and ESG initiatives within procurement.Partner with hotel operations, finance, development, and culinary teams to ensure procurement solutions support operational excellence.Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing regional procurement team.Monitor market trends, commodity pricing, and supply chain risks to ensure resilience and competitiveness.Support new property openings and refurbishment projects through effective sourcing and supplier management. The Ideal Procurement Director Candidate: Proven experience in a senior procurement role within a Hospitality, FMCG, or multi-site consumer business.Proven experience managing regional or international procurement across the EMEA region.Exceptional knowledge across all hospitality categories including Food, Beverage, FF&E, OS&E and Services.Experience leading procurement transformation, systems implementation, or process optimisation.Strong understanding of supply chain risk management and sustainability in procurement.Commercially driven with strong financial acumenExceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills at executive level.  If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Mikey at COREcruitment dot com / mikey@corecruitment.com