Contracts and Procurement Lead

at  ORION

Job description
Our client is a market leader in renewable energy, specialising in the development, design, and construction of large-scale solar and battery energy storage systems (BESS), as well as their operation, maintenance, and market optimisation. With a strong presence across the UK and Northern Europe, they are committed to driving the energy transition towards net zero.
Their portfolio includes over 120 solar farms and 30 energy storage facilities constructed to date, along with 1.6GW of assets under management in their O&M division. They are also active in delivering the Energy Company Obligation (ECO) scheme, helping vulnerable households reduce fuel poverty through energy efficiency upgrades.
As a company proud of its Investors in People Gold accreditation for over a decade, they foster an inclusive, innovative, and team-driven culture.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Our client is seeking a Contracts & Procurement Lead to join their growing Supply Chain team. This critical role involves managing the pre- and post-contract award processes across direct and indirect spend, ensuring risk is minimised, and budgets are met.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Proven experience in a multi-project, multi-disciplinary, and multi-cultural environment.
• Strong technical and commercial skills with contract and procurement management expertise.
• Energy, construction, solar PV, or BESS experience (desirable).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to meet tight deadlines.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• HND/Degree in Engineering, Science, or a related field.
• Supply Chain Management qualification (e.g., CIPS) is essential.
• Membership of a relevant professional body is desirable (e.g., CIPS).
  Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
  As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment

• Develop and implement contracts and procurement strategies for direct and indirect requirements in EPC sectors (civil, mechanical, and electrical).
• Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors to secure the best commercial outcomes while adhering to the company’s contracting principles.
• Collaborate with internal teams (Project Managers, Legal, Finance) to support the transition from EPC to a client-focused model.
• Provide expert contracts and procurement advice to project teams and stakeholders.
• Coach and mentor junior members of the Supply Chain team in best practices.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships by attending training, conferences, and networking events.
• Generate reports and benchmarking insights to inform strategic decisions.