Our purpose
Inspiring and empowering our people to create a positive difference for themselves, our clients and the planet.
Sustainable Energy First is an energy and sustainability consultancy, founded to solve energy management problems in very large, complex commercial estates.
This remains the core of our business driven by a commitment to sustainability and the goal of reducing our clients’ carbon footprint.
The Role in a Nutshell ️
Shape strategy. Influence markets. Deliver commercial impact.
We are seeking an exceptional Bespoke Procurement Specialist to lead high-impact energy procurement strategies for some of SE First’s most significant clients. This is a senior, client-facing role for a commercially astute professional who thrives at the intersection of markets, strategy, and complex deal execution.
You will act as a trusted adviser to senior stakeholders, designing and delivering tailored procurement solutions across flexible, consortium, and fixed gas and electricity contracts. Your ability to translate market intelligence into decisive action will directly influence client outcomes and unlock revenue.
Requirements
Operating at a strategic level, you will:
Own the end-to-end procurement lifecycle — from strategy scoping and market engagement through to negotiation and contract implementation
Lead complex commercial negotiations, securing bespoke flex supply agreements aligned to client risk appetite and objectives
Advise senior client stakeholders on market dynamics, procurement timing, and optimal contract structures
Translate market movements into action, providing clear forecasting, insights, and risk analysis that shape decision-making
Convert opportunity into revenue, leveraging deep client relationships to successfully place energy contracts
Operate as a market authority, maintaining a strong view on commodity trends, purchasing strategies, and supplier positioning
Your Impact
✅ Deliver tailored procurement strategies that drive measurable commercial outcomes
✅ Build trusted, long-term partnerships with senior client stakeholders
✅ Identify and unlock new revenue opportunities across the client portfolio
✅ Elevate internal capability through insight, collaboration, and continuous improvement
About You
You are a senior procurement professional within the energy sector with a track record of delivering complex, high-value deals and bring:
Deep expertise in energy procurement, particularly gas and electricity supply (flexible structures essential)
A strong command of commodity markets and the implications of different purchasing strategies
Advanced analytical capability, able to synthesise data into clear, actionable recommendations
Gravitas and credibility to engage and influence senior stakeholders
A highly commercial mindset, with the ability to balance risk, value, and opportunity
A disciplined, process-driven approach alongside the agility to navigate bespoke client needs
Benefits
Salary: Up to £61,000 dependant on experience
Holidays: 25 days + bank holidays + your birthday off, increasing to 30 days on length of service
Hybrid working (at least 2 days per week working from our Fulwood, Preston office)
- Flexible working - including the ability to bank up to to 5 extra days off per year
- Gym contribution
Long service awards
Private Medical Insurance
Enhanced paternity/non-pregnant colleague and maternity/pregnant colleague leave
Simply Health scheme
EV Scheme
Inclusion and Belonging
We believe that diversity is more than a commitment, it’s at the heart of who we are. We aim to create an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to bring their whole selves to work.
We celebrate different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences because we know they make us stronger, bolder and more imaginative, which link to our core values. By fostering a culture of belonging, we aim to provide a workplace where every voice is heard, and every individual can thrive.
Our culture has been set up to bring the best out of our people. If we sound like the kind of business where you’re ready to take the next step, then we look forward to hearing from you!
