Summary

· Permanent role

· Based at Manchester Airport

· Flexible/ Hybrid working for a better work/ life balance

· We are proud to be a diverse employer and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds

Why MAG?

At MAG we provide the airport facilities and travel services that people need to connect with the world. As the largest UK owned airport operator, we serve over 60 million passengers a year from Manchester, London Stansted, and East Midlands Airports. With over 270 destinations across the globe, our businesses not only bring people together but also support the prosperity of the regions in which we operate.

At MAG, we recognise creating a first-class journey for our customers starts by creating a first-class career journey for our colleagues and we are committed to building inclusive environments in which our people can thrive. You’ll also have access to some great benefits including:

· Bonus scheme

· 11% company contribution pension

· Car allowance

· Private medical scheme

· 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

· Large range of company discounts

The role

As the Procurement and Contracts Manager for Utilities and Sustainability, you will join a dynamic, fast paced and inclusive Procurement and Contracts team, responsible for supporting ambitious and challenging deliverables in the utilities and renewables market which are directly linked to MAG’s Net Zero Target of 2038.

In this role you are responsible for the development and implementation of strategic category plans, covering a diverse utilities portfolio including but not limited to; on site solar generation, offsite CPPAs (corporate power purchase agreements), market trading, exploration of battery storage, hydrogen along with any new market offerings. You will deliver complex programmes from cradle to grave, supporting risk assessment processes for suppliers, building strategic relationship management, creating innovative business cases for positive change whilst supporting MAG’s sustainability agenda with suppliers.

To bring about positive sustainable change, collaboration and influencing skills are essential, you will be engaging with senior leaders and stakeholders, suppliers and cross industry peers in an ever-evolving industry. Projects are often complex but also pivotal in supporting MAG achieve it’s CSR targets and Net Zero targets.

You will be responsible for the leadership and day to day management of a category team, providing an end-to-end service to the relevant business areas to your category. As a senior member of the team, you will be keen to lead by example, share your knowledge and support the development of others.

At MAG, we are passionate about your professional development so you can count on funding for appropriate qualifications and membership as well as support to pursue further development.

What will make you successful in the role?

You will have extensive procurement experience with at least 5 years specialising in a Utilities Category or similar, with experience of leading high performing teams. You will be commercially astute, with the ability to develop strategic business cases, excellent negotiation/ influencing skills, a passion for sustainability, be an excellent collaborator with a demonstrated capability in project and change management and strong supplier relationship management skills. You will also need extensive working knowledge of UK Procurement Regulations (although not essential).

Did you know that some demographics may be less likely to apply to job adverts than others? For example, women are likely to apply only if they fit all the skills listed. If you’re reading this and perhaps don’t tick every skill, then please still get in touch. We’d love to hear from you.

Are you ready to make a positive impact? Apply Now!

Equal Opportunities & Reasonable Adjustments

At MAG we believe in the importance of diversity & inclusion for all. We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of our society. As such we welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We’re also committed to well-being with a focus on mental health and supporting colleagues from underrepresented groups through our Colleague Resource Groups.

As a Disability Confident employer we are committed to creating an environment where candidates and employees can perform at their optimum. Please let us know if we can provide you with any reasonable adjustments to aid your application or interview process.

You can contact the team by emailing HR.Recruitment@MAGAirports.com

Our Colleague Resource Groups include: Women’s Network, Embrace - Race & Ethnicity Group, Fly With Pride (LGBTQIA+), Mental Health, Parent & Carers, Disabilities including neurodiversity