Procurement Executive

Key Responsibilities Manage end-to-end procurement for construction, fabrication and installation projects. Source and evaluate suppliers, manufacturers, subcontractors and specialist trades. Procure timber, steel, metalwork, GRP/FRP, composites, finishes, hardware, MEP components, fixtures and specialist materials. Obtain, analyse and negotiate competitive quotations, commercial terms and lead times. Review technical specifications, drawings, BOQs, scopes of work and material schedules to ensure procurement accuracy. Raise and manage POs, monitor order status and coordinate deliveries against project programmes. Support subcontractor selection, commercial evaluation and supplier due diligence. Identify cost-saving, alternative-material and value-engineering opportunities without compromising quality or programme. Track procurement spend against project budgets and highlight commercial risks or variances. Manage supplier performance, resolving issues relating to quality, specification, availability and delivery. Maintain procurement schedules, supplier records, quotation comparisons and purchasing documentation. Work across multiple projects and manage time-critical procurement requirements in a fast-paced production environment. Technical Skills & Experience Proven procurement experience within construction, specialist fabrication, manufacturing, interiors, events or project-based environments. Strong knowledge of construction materials, manufacturing processes and specialist subcontracting. Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, BOQs and scopes of work. Strong commercial negotiation and supplier management capability. Experience with procurement systems, ERP/P2P platforms and advanced Microsoft Excel. Understanding of project cost control, lead-time management and procurement scheduling. CIPS, construction/procurement qualification or equivalent practical experience desirable. Key Competencies Technical Procurement, Construction Materials, Supplier Management, Commercial Negotiation, Cost Control, Value Engineering, Subcontractor Procurement, BOQ & Specification Analysis, Project Procurement, Lead-Time Management, Risk Management, ERP/P2P Systems. Location : Birmingham, United Kingdom Employment Type: Full-Time - FTC : 1 Year Salary Pay Range £38,000 — £45,000 GBP About Journey The Multidimensional Experience Agency Journey is a global design and innovation agency shaping the future through multidimensional experiences (MDX) that connect people, brands, and culture. Our layered MDX approach crafts story-driven, sensory-rich engagement across physical, immersive, digital, and virtual spaces—fuelled by creative and technological innovation. Born from a legacy of pioneering studios, Journey blends strategic thinking with deep creative expertise to deliver solutions across industries. Journey’s MDX approach fuels growth and forges lasting value for audiences and partners, by creating cultural connections that resonate with impact. Start your journey here www.journey.world