Procurement Professional - Access Network

Why this job matters

The Procurement Professional is responsible for helping to drive and deliver the procurement plan and activities in the Access Networks Category (Radio Access Network and Next Generation Access) including overall Category Management, Strategic Sourcing & Stakeholder Management. This role develops and implements Sourcing strategies, tender execution and contracting under Procurement framework, policies and procedures. This role holds strong relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure procurement competency and continuous value delivery. 

What you’ll be doing

Strategic

• Own and deliver category strategies and sourcing plans aligned with business objectives, supplier strategy, and risk management.
• Build and maintain deep category expertise in Access Networks (Radio Access and Next Generation access networks), applying best practices in sourcing, supplier selection, negotiation tactics, and total cost of ownership.
• Provide key inputs into long-term planning and strategic sourcing initiatives, ensuring alignment with BT and Openreach’s commercial and operational goals.

Operational

• Identify and deliver cost savings opportunities through commercial models, contractual terms, and operational efficiencies.
• Lead risk assessments across the category and its supply chain, ensuring proactive mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with business units to execute sourcing activities in line with procurement processes and business needs.
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes, working closely with other category teams and stakeholders.
• Manage supplier relationships and contractual risks, ensuring compliance and performance.

Activities

• Lead end-to-end sourcing projects, including RFP management, pricing and contract negotiations, and award recommendations.
• Negotiate and implement procurement frameworks and procedures across Access and Transmission Network categories.
• Present procurement strategies and recommendations to senior stakeholders including CEOs, CFOs, and the CPO.
• Deliver business partnering services to key Customer Facing Units (CFUs) and Commercial Units (CUs).
• Review and approve off-contract purchase orders for BT and Openreach.
• Work within complex supply chain scenarios, providing agile and clear responses to support market and savings opportunities.
• Collaborate with a team of procurement professionals to deliver impactful outcomes for BT and its customers.

You'll have the following skills and experience

• Excellent attention to detail, particularly in pricing, contract terms, and negotiation.
• Skilled in managing end-to-end sourcing processes, including RFPs, supplier selection, and contract implementation.
• Comfortable with contract drafting and negotiating complex commercial arrangements.
• Experience working within fast-paced procurement functions and complex supply chain scenarios.
• Strong understanding of category management, including supplier capabilities and commercial models.
• Desirable experience in technical categories such as Access Networks, Transmission, and IT.
• Capable of prioritising tasks and managing strategic and commercial requirements within tight timelines.

Benefits

• 10% on target bonus
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays and an opportunity to buy up to five more days every year
• Hybrid working, with state-of-the-art offices within Canal Plaza
• BT Sourced Pension Scheme - 6% BT contributions
• Life Assurance from 1st day of employment - 4x salary
• We prodive healthcare cover and permanent health insurance (income continuance)
• Access to excellent training tools, programmes and communities to help you connect, learn and grow.
• And we like it when our people do good things so there will be the opportunity to take time off for volunteering and we'll help with your fundraising too.