What Jobs are available for Procurement in Essex?

We're seeking an experienced Construction Interim Procurement Manager to support a major capital investment programme valued at approximately 50 million. This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role ideal for someone with a strong background in public sector procurement and a solid understanding of the construction industry.

Client Details

The client is a progressive public sector organisation with a strong focus on housing and infrastructure investment. The working environment is collaborative and fast-paced, with a clear emphasis on operational delivery and tangible outcomes.

Description

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead end-to-end procurement processes for construction projects
• Collaborate with property and procurement teams to develop tender documentation and manage approvals
• Shape contract strategies and routes to market in partnership with senior stakeholders
• Drive procurement projects from planning through to contract award

Profile

A successful Interim Procurement Manager should have:

• Proven experience in public sector procurement, ideally within local government
• Strong knowledge of construction procurement and frameworks
• Operational, hands-on approach to procurement delivery
• Ability to work on-site in Harlow 4 days per week
• Immediate availability preferred

Job Offer

• A day rate of 500.
• Hybrid working - onsite 4 day per week.
• 12 month contract.
• Opportunity to work within a key Public Sector organisation.
• Chance to contribute to meaningful procurement improvements.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

Supply Chain and Commercial Manager

• Location: Harlow, Essex
• Salary: £48,000 - £5,000 per annum (depending on experience)
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

We are seeking an experienced and driven Supply Chain and Commercial Manager to join a leading, established manufacturer of bespoke machinery.

The Supply Chain and Commercial Manager will lead the purchasing and component sales functions. This is a strategic role with responsibility for supplier management, procurement strategy, and sales order processing. You will play a key role in optimising the supply chain and commercial operations to support business growth.

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially driven professional who thrives on improving supply chain performance, strengthening supplier partnerships and contributing directly to business profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement effective purchasing and supply chain strategies.
• Negotiate supplier contracts, pricing, and payment terms.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and customers.
• Manage and optimise the company's MRP system to enhance efficiency.
• Lead supplier risk management and oversee project costings.
• Oversee sales order processing for machine spares and component sales.
• Manage key UK and international accounts, including major distribution partners.
• Lead and support the Senior Buyer and Sales Administration team.

About You:

• Proven experience in a supply chain, purchasing or commercial management role.
• Background in engineering or manufacturing is essential.
• CIPS qualification (or working towards it) preferred.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong IT skills - particularly Microsoft Excel; experience with CRM, ERP or MRP software (SQL, SAP is a plus).
• A strategic thinker who can apply commercial insight to improve operations and drive results.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary of 8,000 - 5,000 per annum (DOE).
• Opportunity to shape and lead key business functions.
• Supportive team environment within a well-established company.

If you have the supply chain and commercial expertise we're looking for within an engineering or manufacturing setting, we'd like to hear from you! Apply today to join a company where your contribution truly makes an impact.

HRGO Recruitment provides both permanent and temporary job opportunities across the UK. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. HRGO is committed to equal opportunities for all.

This is a great opportunity to join long-established UK engineering and machine-builder based in Essex, that are part of the insulating-glass industries. This role holds overall responsibility for both the procurement and commercial sales functions within the business. You will define and lead the purchasing strategy, manage all purchasing functions including supplier relationships and senior buyers. Concurrently you will set and drive the component-sales strategy, oversee the spare parts sales order processing with a level of customer excellency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives to identify, evaluate, and secure reliable suppliers that support business objectives.

• Negotiate and manage supplier contracts, ensuring best value, quality, and long-term partnerships.

• Negotiate supplier payment terms to optimise cash flow and strengthen commercial performance.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, finance, engineering (if applicable) and marketing to ensure alignment of supply chain, parts-sales and commercial goals.

• Monitor and manage supplier risk, implementing mitigation strategies to ensure supply continuity.

• Prepare and collate detailed project costings, supporting accurate forecasting and financial control.

• Oversee sales order processing and the sales-administrations: ensure efficient order entry, accurate invoicing, timely delivery, and high customer service standards.

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and ensure best practice procurement/sales processes, systems and workflows.

• Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant regulatory or quality standards as applicable to spare-parts supply and commercial operations.

Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in a combined supply chain/procurement and sales environment, ideally within manufacturing, engineering, industrial components or spare-parts business.

• Strong leadership skills: ability to manage teams across purchasing and sales-order functions.

• Commercial mindset: comfortable with sales strategy, upselling, customer account management and revenue generation.

• Excellent negotiation and supplier-management skills; strong supplier-contract and cost-management experience.

• Proven sales-order-processing experience, understanding of sales administration, customer service and delivery-oriented operations.

• Good understanding of inventory management, demand planning, logistic/supply-chain flows

• Develop and manage the company MRP system, recommend options to improve the company sales order processing practices

• Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management (both internal and external).

• Experience with SQL & ODBC and SAP would be advantageous.

Personal Attributes:

• An experience Purchasing professional ideally with CIPS level experience with purchasing experience of working in a manufacturing or engineering environment.

• Excellent IT skills, specifically Microsoft Excel, experience with SQL & ODBC and SAP would be advantageous.

• Excellent communication skills

• Willing and able to apply commercial knowledge and experience from purchasing role into our component sales function.

Our client works predominately within the Construction indsutry supply housing projects around the UK & Europe. They are based in Laindon, Essex and have a great feel-good, work ethic within their modern offices. We are looking for a candidate who have previous experience from within the construction industry or similar and who also has experience from within the procurement/buying sector.

You will need to have a keen eye for detail and a passion for procurement/buying. The successful candidate will be working alongside the purchasingteam to ensure smooth operations and efficient material sourcing.

Duties and responsibilities will include:

• Analysisting supplier quotes and producing cost comparison spreadsheets
• Processingand placing orders, updating the company's procurement system
• Assisting with H & S documentation including COSHH reports
• Checking invoices against purchase orders for acuracy
• Chasing deliveries and managing supplier communication
• Handling site requests for additional or replacement materials
• Preparing material order files for site managers

We are looking for a candidate with at least five years experience from within a procurement/buying environment. Someone with strong numerical and analytical skills, highly organised with excellent attention to detail.

Hours of work will be Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5pm & Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm, Office based, sorry no remote working.

Talent Acquisition Bureau are a recruitment provider working on behalf of its client.

Supply Chain Planner: You will be responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies to ensure operations run smoothly. As a key member of the team, you will manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and drive cost-saving initiatives. This role requires a hands-on approach, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to adapt to the fast-paced and ever-changing start-up environment.

Supply Chain Planner Role:

Perform job functions in accordance with set policies and procedures to ensure preservation of Company Quality Policy:

Procurement Strategy:

Develop and implement efficient purchasing strategies aligned with the start-up’s goals.

Stay abreast of market trends to identify potential suppliers and innovative procurement solutions.

Forecast demand for products and services to ensure continuous supply without overstocking.

Supplier Management:

Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors.

Conduct supplier assessments and performance reviews to ensure reliability and quality.

Negotiate terms, pricing, and contracts to secure the best value for the company.

Contract and Risk Management:

Draft, review, and manage contracts and purchase orders.

Ensure all procurement activities comply with legal and company standards.

Identify and mitigate risks associated with the supply chain and vendor agreements.

Team Development:

Build and lead a small, effective purchasing team as the company grows.

Mentor and support team members, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.

Set clear goals and monitor team performance against KPIs.

Cost Management:

Develop and manage the procurement budget.

Implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality or operational efficiency.

Track procurement metrics to optimise spending and improve procurement processes.

Inventory and Supply Chain Coordination:

Work closely with inventory management to ensure optimal stock levels.

Coordinate with production and operations teams to meet demand and production schedules.

Resolve any issues related to supply shortages or excess inventory.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Collaborate with other departments, such as Product Development, Finance, and Operations, to align procurement with overall business objectives.

Support new product launches and operational planning through effective procurement strategies.

Reporting and Analysis:

Generate regular reports on procurement activities, supplier performance, and cost savings.

Analyse data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.

Present findings and recommendations to the executive team.

This is a full-time position with flexible hours to accommodate the start-up’s dynamic environment.
Occasional travel may be required to visit suppliers and attend industry events.
The role may require working outside regular hours to meet critical deadlines.

Supply Chain Planner Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, preferably in a start-up or fast-growing environment.
• Ideally a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. A Master’s degree or relevant certification (e.g., CPM, CPSM) is a plus.
• Understanding of procurement processes, supplier management, and contract negotiation.
• Excellent team-building skills.
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic start-up environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work within a small team or independently.

Supply Chain Planner Application:

**This role is on-site Full-Time**

**VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this role**

This vacancy is only available to Candidates with relevant experience as detailed in the job description. Due to volume of applications, we are unable to respond to applicants who do not possess the required skills and experience. Recent Graduates who do not have the required level of industry experience need not apply.

Candidates must be authorised to work in the country where this role is located BEFORE making an application.

Procurement Officer              
Full time, contract until 31^st December 2026
Location – Flexible Selby/Northampton/London/Ipswich

Salary £30,000-£35,000 depending on experience  

Closing date: 14 November 

Who we are:

We’re not just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals.

You’ll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.

About the role:

As a procurement professional with some strategic experience, you’ll be joining a dynamic and supportive team where your ideas and initiative are valued. You’ll have the opportunity to build strong, collaborative relationships with both internal teams and external stakeholders, helping to shape procurement excellence throughout the business.

This is a fast-paced role, which requires accuracy and working to tight deadlines. Ensuring compliance to policies and procedures will enable you to drive commercial success in your role while supporting in the delivery of the procurement strategy. 

You’ll support the team by –

·    Leading and delivering robust tendering, negotiation, and contract management activities, while fostering strong supplier partnerships.

·    Assess external spend with a strategic lens, balancing risk, value, and cost to support business goals.

·    Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to ensure procure-to-pay processes and policies run smoothly and efficiently.

·    Proactively manage supplier relationships to maximise value for Drax, working in tandem with the Supplier Relationship and Performance team.

If you're drawn to working is a busy commercial environment and eager to dive into an engineering-based procurement role and work across projects involving mechanical, electrical, and civil disciplines, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Who we’re looking for:

You’ll have a good understanding of procurement principles and end-to-end procurement processes, with excellent stakeholder management skills.

We’re looking for a sharp communicator with initiative and confidence. If you're not afraid to challenge the status quo and ask the right questions, you'll thrive here.

This is the perfect opportunity if you’re looking to grow, stretch your skills, make your mark and learn from a high-performing, collaborative team.

Our procurement function is central to everything we do — and we’re proud of the culture we’ve built.

If you have your CIPS/Project Management qualification that's great, however if you have demonstrable experience and strong performance in a similar role we'd love to hear from you!

Rewards and benefits:

As you help us to shape the future, we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support

your lifestyle. If successful in this role you’ll get:

·    A discretionary bonus depending on company performance

·    Private Healthcare

·    SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time

·    Personal accident cover

·    Group personal pension plan where we’ll pay up to 10%

·    Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays

·    Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional body

We’re committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come.

Together, we make it happen.

At Drax, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find out more about our approach here.

Talk to us about flexible working!

How to apply:

Think this role’s for you? Click the ‘apply now’ button to begin your Drax journey.

If you want to find out more about Drax, check out our LinkedIn page to see our latest news.

We understand that you may have some additional questions about the role. If you’d like to have a confidential chat to discuss the role in more detail, please email  

We reserve the right to close roles early when the particular role and / or location has had sufficient applications.

Procurement Officer              
Full time, contract until 31^st December 2026
Location – Flexible Selby/Northampton/London/Ipswich

Salary £30,000-£35,000 depending on experience  

Closing date: 14 November 

Who we are:

We’re not just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals.

You’ll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.

About the role:

As a procurement professional with some strategic experience, you’ll be joining a dynamic and supportive team where your ideas and initiative are valued. You’ll have the opportunity to build strong, collaborative relationships with both internal teams and external stakeholders, helping to shape procurement excellence throughout the business.

This is a fast-paced role, which requires accuracy and working to tight deadlines. Ensuring compliance to policies and procedures will enable you to drive commercial success in your role while supporting in the delivery of the procurement strategy. 

You’ll support the team by –

·    Leading and delivering robust tendering, negotiation, and contract management activities, while fostering strong supplier partnerships.

·    Assess external spend with a strategic lens, balancing risk, value, and cost to support business goals.

·    Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to ensure procure-to-pay processes and policies run smoothly and efficiently.

·    Proactively manage supplier relationships to maximise value for Drax, working in tandem with the Supplier Relationship and Performance team.

If you're drawn to working is a busy commercial environment and eager to dive into an engineering-based procurement role and work across projects involving mechanical, electrical, and civil disciplines, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Who we’re looking for:

You’ll have a good understanding of procurement principles and end-to-end procurement processes, with excellent stakeholder management skills.

We’re looking for a sharp communicator with initiative and confidence. If you're not afraid to challenge the status quo and ask the right questions, you'll thrive here.

This is the perfect opportunity if you’re looking to grow, stretch your skills, make your mark and learn from a high-performing, collaborative team.

Our procurement function is central to everything we do — and we’re proud of the culture we’ve built.

If you have your CIPS/Project Management qualification that's great, however if you have demonstrable experience and strong performance in a similar role we'd love to hear from you!

Rewards and benefits:

As you help us to shape the future, we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support

your lifestyle. If successful in this role you’ll get:

·    A discretionary bonus depending on company performance

·    Private Healthcare

·    SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time

·    Personal accident cover

·    Group personal pension plan where we’ll pay up to 10%

·    Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays

·    Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional body

We’re committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come.

Together, we make it happen.

At Drax, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find out more about our approach here.

Talk to us about flexible working!

How to apply:

Think this role’s for you? Click the ‘apply now’ button to begin your Drax journey.

If you want to find out more about Drax, check out our LinkedIn page to see our latest news.

We understand that you may have some additional questions about the role. If you’d like to have a confidential chat to discuss the role in more detail, please email  

We reserve the right to close roles early when the particular role and / or location has had sufficient applications.

Procurement Officer              
Full time, contract until 31^st December 2026
Location – Flexible Selby/Northampton/London/Ipswich

Salary £30,000-£35,000 depending on experience  

Closing date: 14 November 

Who we are:

We’re not just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals.

You’ll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.

About the role:

As a procurement professional with some strategic experience, you’ll be joining a dynamic and supportive team where your ideas and initiative are valued. You’ll have the opportunity to build strong, collaborative relationships with both internal teams and external stakeholders, helping to shape procurement excellence throughout the business.

This is a fast-paced role, which requires accuracy and working to tight deadlines. Ensuring compliance to policies and procedures will enable you to drive commercial success in your role while supporting in the delivery of the procurement strategy. 

You’ll support the team by –

·    Leading and delivering robust tendering, negotiation, and contract management activities, while fostering strong supplier partnerships.

·    Assess external spend with a strategic lens, balancing risk, value, and cost to support business goals.

·    Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to ensure procure-to-pay processes and policies run smoothly and efficiently.

·    Proactively manage supplier relationships to maximise value for Drax, working in tandem with the Supplier Relationship and Performance team.

If you're drawn to working is a busy commercial environment and eager to dive into an engineering-based procurement role and work across projects involving mechanical, electrical, and civil disciplines, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Who we’re looking for:

You’ll have a good understanding of procurement principles and end-to-end procurement processes, with excellent stakeholder management skills.

We’re looking for a sharp communicator with initiative and confidence. If you're not afraid to challenge the status quo and ask the right questions, you'll thrive here.

This is the perfect opportunity if you’re looking to grow, stretch your skills, make your mark and learn from a high-performing, collaborative team.

Our procurement function is central to everything we do — and we’re proud of the culture we’ve built.

If you have your CIPS/Project Management qualification that's great, however if you have demonstrable experience and strong performance in a similar role we'd love to hear from you!

Rewards and benefits:

As you help us to shape the future, we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support

your lifestyle. If successful in this role you’ll get:

·    A discretionary bonus depending on company performance

·    Private Healthcare

·    SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time

·    Personal accident cover

·    Group personal pension plan where we’ll pay up to 10%

·    Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays

·    Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional body

We’re committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come.

Together, we make it happen.

At Drax, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find out more about our approach here.

Talk to us about flexible working!

How to apply:

Think this role’s for you? Click the ‘apply now’ button to begin your Drax journey.

If you want to find out more about Drax, check out our LinkedIn page to see our latest news.

We understand that you may have some additional questions about the role. If you’d like to have a confidential chat to discuss the role in more detail, please email  

We reserve the right to close roles early when the particular role and / or location has had sufficient applications.

Procurement Officer              
Full time, contract until 31^st December 2026
Location – Flexible Selby/Northampton/London/Ipswich

Salary £30,000-£35,000 depending on experience  

Closing date: 14 November 

Who we are:

We’re not just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals.

You’ll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.

About the role:

As a procurement professional with some strategic experience, you’ll be joining a dynamic and supportive team where your ideas and initiative are valued. You’ll have the opportunity to build strong, collaborative relationships with both internal teams and external stakeholders, helping to shape procurement excellence throughout the business.

This is a fast-paced role, which requires accuracy and working to tight deadlines. Ensuring compliance to policies and procedures will enable you to drive commercial success in your role while supporting in the delivery of the procurement strategy. 

You’ll support the team by –

·    Leading and delivering robust tendering, negotiation, and contract management activities, while fostering strong supplier partnerships.

·    Assess external spend with a strategic lens, balancing risk, value, and cost to support business goals.

·    Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to ensure procure-to-pay processes and policies run smoothly and efficiently.

·    Proactively manage supplier relationships to maximise value for Drax, working in tandem with the Supplier Relationship and Performance team.

If you're drawn to working is a busy commercial environment and eager to dive into an engineering-based procurement role and work across projects involving mechanical, electrical, and civil disciplines, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Who we’re looking for:

You’ll have a good understanding of procurement principles and end-to-end procurement processes, with excellent stakeholder management skills.

We’re looking for a sharp communicator with initiative and confidence. If you're not afraid to challenge the status quo and ask the right questions, you'll thrive here.

This is the perfect opportunity if you’re looking to grow, stretch your skills, make your mark and learn from a high-performing, collaborative team.

Our procurement function is central to everything we do — and we’re proud of the culture we’ve built.

If you have your CIPS/Project Management qualification that's great, however if you have demonstrable experience and strong performance in a similar role we'd love to hear from you!

Rewards and benefits:

As you help us to shape the future, we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support

your lifestyle. If successful in this role you’ll get:

·    A discretionary bonus depending on company performance

·    Private Healthcare

·    SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time

·    Personal accident cover

·    Group personal pension plan where we’ll pay up to 10%

·    Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays

·    Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional body

We’re committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come.

Together, we make it happen.

At Drax, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find out more about our approach here.

Talk to us about flexible working!

How to apply:

Think this role’s for you? Click the ‘apply now’ button to begin your Drax journey.

If you want to find out more about Drax, check out our LinkedIn page to see our latest news.

We understand that you may have some additional questions about the role. If you’d like to have a confidential chat to discuss the role in more detail, please email  

We reserve the right to close roles early when the particular role and / or location has had sufficient applications.