Company Description At BJF Group, we offer a career filled with opportunities, challenges, and innovations within a family environment where you're empowered to make a difference. We serve a diverse portfolio of public and private sector clients through various divisions, including Mechanical & Electrical, Projects & Construction, Facilities Management, and more. We pride ourselves on nurturing talent and fostering an environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive - if you have ambitions to play a key part in driving our business forwards, then we want you to join us at an exciting time of development and growth to realise your full potential. Position We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior M&E Buyer to join our Procurement and Supply Chain Team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the procurement of mechanical and electrical materials and services, ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition to support our projects. Key Responsibilities: Procurement Management: Oversee the end-to-end procurement process for M&E materials and services, ensuring compliance with company policies and project requirements Supplier Relations: Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favourable terms and ensuring high-quality standards Cost Control & Analysis: Conduct cost analysis, identify savings opportunities, and contribute to procurement strategies that enhance efficiency across the organisation Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to understand project needs and ensure procurement aligns with project timelines and budgets Market Research: Stay updated on market trends, new products, and emerging technologies in the M&E sector to inform procurement decisions Requirements Qualifications and Experience: Proven experience in a procurement role within the Mechanical & Electrical sector Strong negotiation skills and supplier relationship management experience Excellent analytical and cost management skills Familiarity with procurement software and tools Strong communication and interpersonal skills What We Offer: A supportive and collaborative work environment Opportunities for professional growth and development Competitive salary and benefits package The chance to be part of an award-winning company that values innovation and excellence Other information Competitive Salary Annual Leave Entitlement: 33 days per annum (inclusive of bank holidays) Group Pension Scheme: Provided by Royal London to save for your future. Free Eyesight test: Specsavers Company Funded Health Cash Plan: helping you spread the cost of essential healthcare like, trips to the dentist. Remote GP Access: speedy access to a GP by telephone or online plus electronic prescriptions 24/7 EAP Service: free advice, counselling and support for you and your family whenever you need it. Discounted Gym Membership at more than 3,000 gyms across the UK. Free Eyesight test: Specsavers Better BJF Initiative: wellbeing and mental health champions readily available at work. Employee Referral Scheme: recommend a personal connection to us and claim a cash reward for their successful hire. At BJF we look for people who seek: A career that will challenge and motivate A flexible, supportive, and caring environment The opportunity to progress, make key decisions and own their future A high level of variety in day-to-day work life TEAMS Values by BJF Group Trusted Open, honest and transparent Excellent The best in everything we do Agile At the forefront of change Motivated Driven to continuously improve together Safe Supportive of everyone’s wellbeing. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical beliefs; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment. Awarded Silver Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme (2022) Awarded ‘Management Team of the Year’ at the Surrey Kent Sussex (SKS(Apply online only) Awards (2022) Finalists of the Southeast Construction Awards in the Best Construction Project and Best Construction Contractor categories. (2021)