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Job Title: Senior Procurement and Supply Chain SpecialistLocation: Warrington, Cheshire + Hybrid Working ArrangementCompensation: Attractive Salary + BenefitsRole Type: Full time / PermanentRole ID: SF67993Lead the Future of Nuclear ProcurementAt Cavendish Nuclear we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Senior Procurement and Supply Chain Specialist, based at our Warrington, Cheshire site.The roleAs aSenior Procurement and Supply Chain Specialist, you’ll have a role that’s out of the ordinary. You’ll be at the forefront of delivering critical nuclear infrastructure projects that support national security and clean energy.Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with internal and external stakeholders, including project managers, quality assurance teams, and suppliers, to ensure procurement excellence across the Sellafield SRP (SPRS Retreatment Plant) project.Lead and manage a procurement team, driving high performance and value deliveryDevelop and execute project procurement strategies aligned with cost, quality, and schedule goalsBuild and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and suppliersEnsure procurement deliverables are met through cross-functional collaborationStrengthen the supply chain to support both functional and business objectivesThis is a full-time role based in Warrington, Cheshire, with a 37-hour working week, a hybrid working pattern requiring a minimum of 2-3 days onsite, and occasional travel to new suppliers and other sites.Essential experience of the Senior Procurement and Supply Chain Specialist:Strong understanding of NEC or similar contract frameworksProven ability to manage procurement risks and implement mitigation strategiesDemonstrated success in stakeholder engagement and relationship managementConfident in reporting to senior internal and external stakeholdersExperience in post-contract management within a highly regulated industry (e.g. nuclear, utilities, oil and gas)Qualifications for the Senior Procurement and Supply Chain Specialist:Membership of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) or equivalent is desirable but not essentialSecurity ClearanceThe successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Standard (BPSS) security clearance for this role. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (We OfferGenerous holiday allowanceMatched contribution pension scheme, with life assuranceAccess to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+Employee share schemeEmployee shopping savings portalPayment of Professional FeesReservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leaveHoliday Trading is a benefit that allows UK Cavendish employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement. This Window opens February through to March annually.‘Be Kind Day’ enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charityExcellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.Cavendish NuclearAs a leader within the UK nuclear industry, Cavendish Nuclear, part of Babcock International Group, provides a comprehensive range of critical nuclear solutions in clean energy, defence and civil new build and decommissioning projects. Together, we’re innovating to make nuclear safer, faster and cost-effective across the nuclear energy life cycle. Your career with us could take you anywhere within Babcock International Group – from Canada, the USA to Japan. Work with us to create a safe and secure world, together.We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email careers@ with the subject header ‘Reasonable adjustments requirement’. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone’s free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working – please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.Closing date: 14/01/2026#CAVDESTNUC