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Working with all 13 major UK water companies, we help tackle the challenges of ageing infrastructure, climate resilience and increasing environmental regulation.\nAs part of our continued growth, we're investing heavily in our supply chain capability to support the delivery of AMP8 and some of the UK's largest water infrastructure programmes.\nOur Procurement Team\nOur supply chain partnerships are central to our success. We work collaboratively with suppliers and subcontractors to deliver value, innovation, sustainability and long-term project success.\nThis role offers the opportunity to support the delivery of Southern Water's AMP8 investment programme, with an anticipated order book exceeding £1.2bn, making it one of the most significant water infrastructure programmes in the UK.\nYou'll join a highly respected procurement team with exposure to major infrastructure projects, strategic supplier relationships and excellent long-term career development opportunities.\nPurpose of the Role\nWe are seeking an experienced Subcontract Buyer to join our Southern Region Procurement team.\nWorking closely with project, commercial and operational teams, you will manage the end-to-end procurement of subcontract packages across major water infrastructure projects. You will play a key role in developing procurement strategies, managing tender processes, mitigating supply chain risks and ensuring best value is achieved throughout the procurement lifecycle.\nThis is an excellent opportunity to work on high-value AMP8 projects while contributing to the ongoing success of one of the UK's leading infrastructure businesses.\nWhat You'll Be Doing\nAs a Subcontract Buyer, you will:\nManage the full subcontract procurement lifecycle from strategy development through to subcontract award and execution.\nProcure a wide range of subcontract packages, including civil engineering, mechanical, electrical and specialist engineering services.\nDevelop procurement strategies in collaboration with project, commercial and operational teams.\nPrepare tender enquiries, undertake evaluations and produce recommendation reports.\nSupport project teams in forecasting procurement requirements, managing lead times and mitigating supply chain risks.\nEnsure compliance with Galliford Try procurement procedures, governance requirements and delegated authorities.\nManage procurement schedules and support project delivery programmes.\nFacilitate smooth handovers to commercial teams following subcontract award.\nSupport supplier relationship management and supply chain performance initiatives.\nPromote innovation, sustainability, social value and carbon reduction opportunities throughout the supply chain.\nSupport early supply chain engagement and market testing activities to identify capacity, capability and innovation opportunities.\nProvide guidance and support to Assistant Buyers and junior team members.\nAbout You\nWe're looking for a commercially aware procurement professional who can build strong supplier relationships, manage complex procurement activities and deliver value across major infrastructure projects.\nYou will be organised, proactive and comfortable working with a wide range of stakeholders across procurement, commercial and operational 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infrastructure or AMP framework projects.\nCIPS qualified or actively working towards MCIPS accreditation.\nExperience leading procurement strategy discussions at project level.\nKnowledge of sustainability, social value and supply chain improvement initiatives.\nWhat You'll Bring\nStrong organisational and planning skills.\nA collaborative and relationship-driven approach.\nCommercial judgement and problem-solving ability.\nThe confidence to engage with suppliers and senior stakeholders.\nA commitment to delivering best-value procurement outcomes.\nAlignment with Galliford Try's values of Excellence, Passion, Integrity and Collaboration (EPIC).\nWhy Join Us?\nThis is an opportunity to play a key role in delivering one of the UK's largest water infrastructure investment programmes.\nYou'll join a forward-thinking procurement team, work alongside experienced industry professionals and gain exposure to strategic supply chain initiatives across major AMP8 projects.\nWhether your ambition is to progress into Senior Buyer, Procurement Manager or strategic supply chain leadership roles, Galliford Try offers excellent career development opportunities and support.\nWhat We Can Offer in Return\nWith a substantial AMP8 order book and long-term framework opportunities, Galliford Try offers stability, career development and the opportunity to work on projects that make a real difference to communities and the environment.\nWe are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our people through our Be Well programme, providing practical support, guidance and wellbeing resources.\nWe invest heavily in professional development and actively support procurement professionals working towards CIPS accreditation and career progression.\nOur Agile Working programme provides flexibility in how, when and where you work, where business requirements allow.\nOur Benefits\nWe put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a comprehensive range of attractive options 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