Buyer

Job description

Be part of one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects

Are you a motivated procurement professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, technically challenging environment? Do you enjoy owning the full end‑to‑end procurement cycle, building influential supplier relationships, and driving value on major engineering packages? If yes, this is your opportunity to make a real impact on the Sizewell C project.

About the role:

As a Buyer within the Geotechnical Sub Alliance (GSA), you’ll play a vital role in supporting the construction of the Sizewell C Nuclear Power Station. Working at the heart of a collaborative alliance, you’ll help secure the materials, equipment, and services that enable complex geotechnical works such as piling, soil stabilisation, diaphragm walls and more.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to grow their procurement career while contributing to one of the UK's most important sustainable energy projects.

Key Responsibilities

You’ll take ownership of end‑to‑end procurement, including:

• Early supplier engagement to influence sourcing strategies from the outset.
• Running market research, RFIs, RFQs and ITTs using the Jaggaer e‑procurement portal.
• Conducting tender analysis and recommending the best-value award decisions based on total cost of ownership.
• Managing supplier performance and driving continuous improvement across key categories.
• Raising and managing Purchase Orders, ensuring compliance with governance and quality standards.
• Monitoring supply markets to identify risks, opportunities, and innovative solutions.
• Supporting sustainability, ED&I, Zero Harm, and environmental objectives within the supply chain.
• Building strong cross-functional relationships to support project delivery and business outcomes.
   

Desired profile

This is a hands-on, operational role in a fast‑paced environment with short lead times, so we are looking for someone who thrives in a dynamic, demanding setting.

We are seeking a credible, proactive individual with strong influencing skills and someone who can deliver a responsive, value‑adding service. 

To be successful in this role you will have:

• A solid understanding of customer needs and operational efficiency.
• Solid experience across the full procurement lifecycle, from sourcing through to contract and supplier management.
• Strong analytical skills and confidence reviewing quotes and commercial data.
• Ability to juggle competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• A proactive mindset, ability to spot improvements and bring ideas to the table.
• Knowledge of construction or civils markets (desirable).
• Experience with SAP or Jaggaer (advantageous).
• CIPS qualification or be keen to develop professionally (advantageous).

About Bachy Soletanche

Bachy Soletanche is a worldwide, leading specialist in modern geotechnics and foundation engineering. We bring our experience, innovation, and expertise together to deliver the highest quality ground engineering solutions. Whether you are seeking a small-scale sub-contractor or a major joint venture partner, we operate at every level and can offer as much support as you need to deliver your programme.
We believe that successful outcomes are based on collaboration, mutual respect and well-resourced teamwork. Our designs and advice are based on reliable evidence and relevant experience. Our designers, engineers, project managers and workforce all work together to protect your best interests.
Depending on the scale of your project, you will receive the specialist guidance of either our Core Business or Major Projects team to ensure we offer the most tailored approach to your scheme.
We listen, we question, we challenge, and we deliver.