Push Power is seeking a highly organised, commercially aware and proactive Procurement Manager to support the successful delivery of solar PV, battery energy storage and wider renewable energy projects.
The Procurement Manager will be responsible for managing supplier relationships, sourcing materials, obtaining competitive quotes, supporting Project Managers with procurement requirements and ensuring purchase orders, costs and lead times are accurately tracked. This role will play an important part in ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, commercially and to the required quality standards.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Project Management, Construction, Design & Development, Finance and site teams to ensure the business has access to reliable suppliers, competitive pricing and timely delivery of materials and services.
Essential Responsibilities for the Procurement Manager
Supplier Management
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers, subcontractors and service providers.
- Identify, assess and recommend preferred suppliers based on quality, cost, reliability, lead times and service levels.
- Maintain an up-to-date preferred supplier list for key materials, equipment and services.
- Negotiate supplier rates, payment terms and delivery arrangements where appropriate.
- Monitor supplier performance and raise concerns where standards, costs or delivery times are not being met.
- Source new suppliers and products to support business growth and project requirements.
- Keep the wider team informed of supplier rates, lead times, availability and any potential supply chain risks.
Procurement and Purchase Orders
- Maintain, manage and improve the company’s purchase order process.
- Ensure purchase orders are raised accurately, approved appropriately and recorded in line with company procedures.
- Place orders for materials, plant, equipment, services and other project requirements.
- Track order progress from placement through to delivery, ensuring any delays are communicated promptly.
- Liaise with suppliers, Project Managers, Site Managers and Finance to ensure orders, invoices and delivery notes are correctly matched.
- Support continuous improvement of procurement systems, processes and reporting.
Project Support
- Provide Project Managers with accurate and timely supply quotes for materials, equipment and services.
- Support project budgeting by providing current pricing, availability and lead time information.
- Track procurement costs against project budgets and highlight any risks, increases or variances.
- Work closely with Project Managers and site teams to ensure materials and equipment are ordered in line with project programmes.
- Assist with urgent procurement requirements and resolve supply issues quickly and efficiently.
- Organise ad hoc payments for onsite staff where required, ensuring appropriate approvals and records are maintained.
Commercial and Technical Awareness
- Keep up to date with new products, materials, suppliers and technologies relevant to solar PV, BESS and renewable energy construction.
- Advise the team on new technology, improved products and alternative supply options.
- Support the business in identifying more cost-effective, efficient or sustainable procurement solutions.
- Assist with value engineering by identifying alternative products or suppliers without compromising quality, safety or compliance.
- Maintain awareness of market conditions that may affect pricing, availability or lead times.
Administration and Reporting
- Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier information, quotes, purchase orders and cost data.
- Provide general administrative support to the wider team as required.
- Prepare procurement updates, supplier information and cost summaries when requested.
- Ensure all procurement documentation is organised, accurate and easily accessible.
- Support Finance with invoice queries, supplier account issues and payment information.
- Ensure procurement activity complies with internal procedures and approval processes
Key Skills for the Procurement Manager
- Ability to develop and maintain excellent working relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
- Strong communication skills, particularly by phone, with a professional, positive and confident manner.
- Commercially aware, with the ability to obtain competitive quotes and assess supplier value.
- Strong IT skills, including confidence using Microsoft Office programmes such as Outlook, Excel, Word and Teams.
- Excellent attention to detail, with a commitment to data accuracy and integrity.
- Highly organised, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities at once.
- Ability to work quickly and accurately to tight deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently, use initiative and prioritise workload effectively.
- Positive attitude and growth mindset, with a willingness to learn and improve processes.
- Calm and solutions-focused when dealing with urgent requests or supply chain challenges.
- Good administrative skills and ability to maintain clear, accurate records.
- Team-focused approach, with a willingness to support colleagues across the business.
Experience and Qualifications for the Procurement Manager
Essential
- Previous experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, buying, logistics, project support or a similar role.
- Experience managing suppliers and obtaining quotes.
- Strong administrative and organisational experience.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.
- Ability to manage purchase orders, supplier communications and cost records accurately.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with competing deadlines.
Desirable
- Experience within construction, renewable energy, solar PV, battery storage, utilities, electrical contracting or infrastructure.
- Experience supporting Project Managers or construction/site teams.
- Knowledge of purchase order systems, supplier databases or project cost tracking.
- Understanding of plant, materials, electrical components or site-based procurement.
- Experience negotiating supplier terms, rates or framework agreements.
- Full UK driving licence.
Why Join Us
- Supportive, collaborative environment with room to grow
- A role with purpose – helping drive sustainable energy and meaningful change.
This is a key role within Push Power, supporting the delivery of renewable energy projects through effective procurement, strong supplier management and accurate cost control. The Procurement Manager will help ensure the right materials, services and equipment are available at the right time, at the right cost and to the right standard.
Push Power is a well-established, rapidly expanding renewable energy company which develops, designs, constructs and maintains renewable energy solutions for commercial and private clients looking to maximise their energy savings and achieve carbon targets. Push Power prides itself on delivering the highest levels of professional construction, customer care and continuous improvement. Our sector is primarily ground mount and rooftop solar and battery projects. We recognise and encourage teamwork, quality and creativity. We offer training and career development to all. Push Power is rapidly expanding, and we are looking for motivated, ambitious people who want to grow with us.
Pay: £45,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Colchester CO3 8AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Procurement management: 3 years (required)
- solar industry: 1 year (preferred)
- electrical procurement: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
