Part of the global leader Bain & Company, Proxima is a well-established and leading management consulting firm specialising in procurement, currently with offices in London, Leeds, Cardiff, and Chicago; with new European offices opening shortly. Hybrid working is the norm with time spent at client site, home as well as your local office.
We are experiencing growth across all categories but specifically within
Construction Procurement
we are seeing significant expansion across Europe. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of regulations, along with exceptional negotiation, stakeholder management, and leadership skills. Key Responsibilities: Sector specific experience in both public and private for both infrastructure/civils and construction of buildings. Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with project goals and timelines. Understanding of key construction-related markets and key suppliers. Develop and oversee sourcing strategies in construction-related categories (for example, Aggregates, Civils). Engage and influence stakeholders at an operational level to gain their support and commitment. Identify, monitor, and manage project risks, ensuring mitigation plans are in place. Establish existing baselines and gain agreement with clients and Programme/Account Managers. Provide leadership and guidance to the procurement team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture. About You: Proven experience in Civil Engineering/Construction procurement for large projects. Knowledge of public and private sector regulations and standards specific to the construction sector. Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Team management experience including coaching and mentoring. Ability to identify and manage project risks effectively. Strong organisational and time management skills. Our culture at Proxima is unique and is what makes us stand out. We are a fun and inclusive company, combining a fast-paced professional environment with a flat structure. Our culture is collaborative and open, where we welcome and support each other’s professional growth. You have the ability to shape and quickly grow your career at Proxima, and we actively progress and promote our people throughout the year. Our people are the driving force of our success and rapid growth. We offer a competitive salary, with an Employee Profit Share bonus and numerous benefits. We also offer flexible working and support towards personal learning and development course(s) or training. There are also opportunities to work abroad within North America.
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Construction Procurement
we are seeing significant expansion across Europe. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of regulations, along with exceptional negotiation, stakeholder management, and leadership skills. Key Responsibilities: Sector specific experience in both public and private for both infrastructure/civils and construction of buildings. Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with project goals and timelines. Understanding of key construction-related markets and key suppliers. Develop and oversee sourcing strategies in construction-related categories (for example, Aggregates, Civils). Engage and influence stakeholders at an operational level to gain their support and commitment. Identify, monitor, and manage project risks, ensuring mitigation plans are in place. Establish existing baselines and gain agreement with clients and Programme/Account Managers. Provide leadership and guidance to the procurement team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture. About You: Proven experience in Civil Engineering/Construction procurement for large projects. Knowledge of public and private sector regulations and standards specific to the construction sector. Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Team management experience including coaching and mentoring. Ability to identify and manage project risks effectively. Strong organisational and time management skills. Our culture at Proxima is unique and is what makes us stand out. We are a fun and inclusive company, combining a fast-paced professional environment with a flat structure. Our culture is collaborative and open, where we welcome and support each other’s professional growth. You have the ability to shape and quickly grow your career at Proxima, and we actively progress and promote our people throughout the year. Our people are the driving force of our success and rapid growth. We offer a competitive salary, with an Employee Profit Share bonus and numerous benefits. We also offer flexible working and support towards personal learning and development course(s) or training. There are also opportunities to work abroad within North America.
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