Assistant Procurement and Supply Chain Manager

Costain Group PLC

Assistant Procurement and Supply Chain Manager responsible for delivering procurement objectives in infrastructure projects. Collaborating with stakeholders to ensure fair and robust procurement processes.

Posted 6/8/2026full-timeGreater Manchester • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support Procurement Management to deliver the procurement and supply chain objectives
Develop an understanding of leadership whilst ensuring appropriate training and professional development for yourself
Manage relationships with all stakeholders involved in the procurement process ensuring stakeholders are dealt with in a professional, open, and collaborative way and to ensure the projects requirements are reflected in the procurement process for every procurement
Manage/Support every procurement in a timely way to ensure continuity of the works and provide best-for-project outcomes and value for money by:
ensuring tender documentation is fair, robust with clear projects requirements
ensure that accurate and logical tender evaluations are produced
conduct supplier meetings and negotiations for packages
produce recommendations for internal and Employer approval, prior to placing orders
prepare and issue all subcontracts
provide progress updates in the procurement schedule and input into the reporting of procurement activity as required by project controls requirements
Support management and the supply chain manager to facilitate supply chain performance reviews and improve levels of performance of the supply chain
Work efficiently and professionally during periods of pressure

Requirements

What you’ll need

GCSE’s
CIPS Ethics Qualification
Degree
MCIPS
HNC/D
Some procurement experience
Demonstrable negotiating skills and securing best value outcomes
Working knowledge with Electronic Procurement Systems
Effective communicator and influencer with ability to build effective relationships
Experience of working on infrastructure projects
Working knowledge and application of NEC contract
Experience of working on major civil engineering or rail projects
Desirable to be working towards CIPS
Practical approach, logical thought process and a methodical way of working
Extensive knowledge of office management systems including document control.
Proficient in technical minute taking at contractual meetings and able to demonstrate the ability to collate information, prepare reports, clearly record contractual commitments, write persuasive recommendations and clearly communicate.
Proficient in drafting effective contractual correspondence
Proven team-working skills
Strong analytical skills
Demonstrable legal, contractual and construction knowledge and experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Energy Costain Group PLC is a UK-based engineering, construction and consultancy company that designs, builds and manages critical infrastructure across sectors including road, rail, integrated transport, water, energy and defence & nuclear. It delivers large-scale infrastructure projects and services — from planning and digital consulting to construction, delivery and long-term operation — often partnering with public utilities and government bodies to improve connectivity and sustainability. The company emphasizes sustainability, safety, and career development while serving institutional and corporate clients. Assistant Procurement and Supply Chain Manager 🔥 1 hour ago 🏢🏡 Greater Manchester – Hybrid ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 🔗 Supply Chain Apply Now Find Hiring Managers Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
Support Procurement Management to deliver the procurement and supply chain objectives
Develop an understanding of leadership whilst ensuring appropriate training and professional development for yourself
Manage relationships with all stakeholders involved in the procurement process ensuring stakeholders are dealt with in a professional, open, and collaborative way and to ensure the projects requirements are reflected in the procurement process for every procurement
Manage/Support every procurement in a timely way to ensure continuity of the works and provide best-for-project outcomes and value for money by:
ensuring tender documentation is fair, robust with clear projects requirements
ensure that accurate and logical tender evaluations are produced
conduct supplier meetings and negotiations for packages
produce recommendations for internal and Employer approval, prior to placing orders
prepare and issue all subcontracts
provide progress updates in the procurement schedule and input into the reporting of procurement activity as required by project controls requirements
Support management and the supply chain manager to facilitate supply chain performance reviews and improve levels of performance of the supply chain
Work efficiently and professionally during periods of pressure 🎯 Requirements
GCSE’s
CIPS Ethics Qualification
Degree
MCIPS
HNC/D
Some procurement experience
Demonstrable negotiating skills and securing best value outcomes
Working knowledge with Electronic Procurement Systems
Effective communicator and influencer with ability to build effective relationships
Experience of working on infrastructure projects
Working knowledge and application of NEC contract
Experience of working on major civil engineering or rail projects
Desirable to be working towards CIPS
Practical approach, logical thought process and a methodical way of working
Extensive knowledge of office management systems including document control.
Proficient in technical minute taking at contractual meetings and able to demonstrate the ability to collate information, prepare reports, clearly record contractual commitments, write persuasive recommendations and clearly communicate.
Proficient in drafting effective contractual correspondence
Proven team-working skills
Strong analytical skills
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Hard Skills & Tools

negotiating skillstender documentationtender evaluationssubcontract preparationprocurement schedulingdocument controlcontractual correspondenceanalytical skillslegal knowledgeconstruction knowledge

Soft Skills

effective communicatorinfluencerrelationship buildingteam-working skillsmethodical approachlogical thought processcollaborationpressure managementpersuasive writingreport preparation

Certifications

GCSECIPS Ethics QualificationDegreeMCIPSHNC/D