Lead Buyer - Facilities Management Services

Senior Buyer

Take ownership of high-value infrastructure and facility procurement projects where your strategic decisions directly support critical national defence capabilities. You will lead complex tender events and shape long-term supplier partnerships within a stable and sophisticated engineering environment.


What you will need

• British nationality is essential for this role.
• Significant experience in facilities management or construction procurement.
• Proven ability to lead end-to-end tender processes and request for proposal cycles.
• Strong skills in contract negotiation and commercial risk mitigation.

Salary and rewards Your package includes an annual company bonus of up to £2,500 alongside a comprehensive range of professional benefits.


The work

• Lead the procurement lifecycle for construction and facilities management categories to support site growth and operational readiness.
• Execute strategic sourcing activities including the development of comprehensive tender packs and evaluation criteria.
• Collaborate with internal safety and security departments to ensure all outsourced services meet stringent industry standards.
• Manage supplier performance through proactive relationship management and detailed contract drafting.
• Identify opportunities for functional excellence and process improvements to drive value beyond cost savings.

Skills and background

• Experience using e-procurement platforms such as Ivalua to manage sourcing events.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders across diverse corporate functions.
• Professional understanding of cost structures and pricing models within professional services.
• Relevant vocational training or a CIPS qualification is highly regarded.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex requirements into clear commercial agreements.

Here is how this employer helps you thrive

• Total pension contributions of up to 14%.
• Opportunities for paid overtime to reward additional commitment.
• Healthcare cash plan covering dental and optical expenses.

Location and setup
This role is based in Stevenage and operates on a hybrid working pattern.

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Due to the nature of work at our client’s site, these vacancies are only open to British Citizens.

This is a permanent role.

Electus Recruitment Solutions provides specialist engineering and technical recruitment solutions to high-technology industries. Thank you for your interest.