Procurement Project Manager

Our Company

OTDS is an electrical engineering company, originally specialising in the oil and gas industries. Established in 1978, we have evolved to be a key manufacturer of E HOUSE substations, ESP equipment, transformers and all overhead line materials within the renewable oil and gas industries around the world.

We are a small but highly successful company which is growing rapidly in our export market. We are confident that an ambitious and results-driven candidate will have the opportunity to enhance their skills while becoming a key contributor to the success of this fast-growing company.

Job Overview

The recent growth in manufacturing demand for our E HOUSES and containerised substations means there is now a requirement for a technically experienced procurement manager to support our UK solar and BESS projects. This role will drive the end-to-end sourcing, negotiation, and acquisition of electrical components (switchgear, transformers, cabling) for our engineering projects. It will ensure we align vendor capabilities with technical specifications, manage budgets, schedules and reduce risk. The role will also require some project management to ensure seamless delivery of projects from inception to delivery.

Duties

• Sourcing & Procurement: Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers for electrical components, equipment, and services.
• Project Planning: Create and manage procurement schedules, ensuring timely delivery to support project milestones and budgets.
• Contract Negotiation & Cost Management: Prepare Requests for Quotation (RFQs), analyze bids, and negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with vendors. Ensure adherence to allocated budgets and resources, escalation of delays, purchase price variations and other issues.
• Project/Technical Alignment: Collaborate with engineering teams to review specifications and ensure purchased materials meet project requirements.
• Risk Management: Maintain high quality standards throughout construction phase of the project while always ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standards. Identify supply risks, monitor vendor performance, and resolve quality, delivery, or compliance issues.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive procurement records, reports, and contracts.

Skills

Technical Expertise

• A strong technical background and experience in electrical engineering.
• Previous procurement management experience in electrical engineering.
• Qualified at HNC level; relevant industry training (SMSTS, CDM, IOSH).
• Experience in reviewing drawings, specifications, and scopes to understand procurement requirements.

Project Management Skills

• The ability to manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.

Communication & Leadership

• Excellent communication and coordination skills, a proactive approach to problem solving and the ability to multi-task.
• Strong relationship building skills.

Regulatory Knowledge

• Understanding of relevant legislation, standards, and the ability to ensure compliance.
• Exposure to Health and Safety requirements.

Benefits

• On-site parking
• Pension (NEST) employer contribution
• Holiday 20 days plus bank holidays
• Compensation – Base salary plus discretionary annual bonus
• Sick Pay – eligibility after 1 year service

Pay: £30,000.00-£38,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Additional leave
• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay
• Transport links

Work authorisation

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person