Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

As a Global Procurement Specialist, Workplace; you will play a key role in supporting procurement activities across assigned categories and business functions. This role is central to executing sourcing events, managing supplier data, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies, ESG standards, and digital procurement processes. Working closely with internal stakeholders, you will help deliver measurable cost savings and operational efficiency across WSP's global workplace portfolio.

A little more about your role...

• Prepare and conduct sourcing events (RFx) and analyze supplier proposals
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on defined criteria
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with potential and existing suppliers
• Support contract development and ensure proper documentation in procurement systems
• Maintain accurate supplier records and performance metrics
• Monitor compliance with contractual terms and escalate issues to the Global Procurement Director
• Facilitate communication between suppliers and internal stakeholders to support operational needs
• Ensure sourcing activities adhere to organizational policies, ESG standards, and regulatory requirements
• Track and report ESG compliance for assigned suppliers
• Utilize digital platforms and procurement systems to manage sourcing activities
• Support data entry, reporting, and analytics for sourcing performance
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation
• Work with internal teams to gather requirements and provide procurement updates
• Assist in preparing presentations and reports
• Analyze spend data to identify trends and cost-saving opportunities
• Prepare cost analysis and provide savings tracking for assigned categories

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate...

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• Previous experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain operations
• Familiarity with sourcing processes, supplier management, and contract administration
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret supplier data and market trends
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage documentation and compliance requirements
• Effective collaboration and communication skills for working with internal and external stakeholders
• Digital proficiency with experience using e-sourcing platforms and procurement systems
• Understanding of sustainability and ethical sourcing principles (ESG awareness)
• Exposure to category management or strategic sourcing projects
• Experience with procurement analytics and reporting tools
• Knowledge of global sourcing practices and risk management
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.

About Us

We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.