Supply Chain
Partners

Spending over £1bn a year with our supply chain, supporting and investing in local communities.

We have built long standing relationships with leading UK and International suppliers of materials and services. We only work with organisations which share the same commitments to high quality and sustainability.

As a supplier working with us you'll be part of the team

Working with us

Our supply chain is a fundamental part of the team and we believe that teamwork allows us to deliver a professional and quality service to our customers. We take an open and honest approach to our supply chain, with a willingness to listen to new ideas and ways of working.

Working with us really feels like being part of a team. We will support you with to develop your business and achieve your targets, enabling you to be more efficient. Part of our offering is professionally run sites with excellent facilities for all.

Want to be part of our team! Simply fill in the form at the link below and we’ll get the process started.

As a supplier working with us you'll be part of the team
We deal fairly with our supply chain

ONE WATES, ONE TEAM

Fair dealing and fair payment

We deal fairly with our supply chain members, partners, competitors and customers, the people they employ and the wider community. We seek to ensure prompt and certain payment of our supply chain.

At Wates we:

  • Treat everyone with trust and respect.
  • Communicate in a professional and courteous manner.
  • Develop and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with our supply chain members.
  • Pay our supply chain promptly and in accordance with agreed contract terms.
zero carbon construction at Canada Water

A greener built environment

We collaborate with our supply chain partners to deliver on our sustainability targets, which will bring long-term social, economic and environmental benefits through our procurement activities.

Our target is for 89% of our suppliers to have approved Science Based Targets (SBTi) by 2027. Wates will work closely with our suppliers to support them in achieving this target. We also encourage all our suppliers to partner with the Supply Chain Sustainability School, who are able to facilitate free training and workshops to help improve knowledge and understanding of sustainability topics.

Engagement

We have a clear and consistent approach to the way we engage with our supply chain, as we understand the importance of developing collaborative and mutually beneficial relationships.

Regular communication, networking events and structured business to business meetings are all part of our supplier relationship management plan.

Developing long-term mutually successful relationships enabling us to deliver great value to our customers.

We run and attend meet the buyer events

Meet the buyer events

We host and attend many meet the buyer events, both independently and as part of our partnership with Constructionline.

These allow us to meet local and national supply chain. They also present excellent networking opportunities where we can discuss our strategic priorities and long term goals. 

JOIN OUR PROCUREMENT TEAM

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Procurement & Supply Chain Apprentice – Level 3

Location: London NW1

Job Type: Procurement

Application Deadline: 10-03-2026

We're looking for motivated, and enthusiastic individuals from all backgrounds to join our SES family.About usSES Engineering Services (SES) is recognised as one of the leading M&E partners in the UK. Specialising in the design and installation of building services and infrastructure solutions, SES covers all aspects of M&E engineering.About the roleAs a Procurement & Supply Chain Apprentice, you’ll contribute to our team’s success by helping source goods and services that keep projects moving. This is a practical learning opportunity where you’ll gain insight into how supply chains operate in a dynamic environment, while working towards a nationally recognised qualification. Your Responsibilities Responsibilities include but are not limited to the below Work collaboratively with the procurement team to source goods and services. Engage with suppliers and help maintain accurate, up-to-date records. Support the processing of purchase orders and invoices. Contribute to ensuring compliance and quality standards across projects. Assist in managing procurement systems and data to enable clear reporting. Build positive, professional relationships with suppliersAbout you An interest in building a career in the built environment Enthusiasm for learning and developing new skills A curious mindset and willingness to ask questions Dependable and professional in approach The ability to solve problems and think logically Strong organisational and time management skills Prioritising tasks to meet agreed deadlinesQualifications: To be considered for this apprenticeship you will need to have achieved a Grade 4 or C and above in Maths and English You must not hold an existing qualification at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship in a similar subject.Roles may close before the deadline if we receive a high volume of applications.Our Commitment to inclusion We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.We're especially keen to hear from individuals who are underrepresented in the construction sector – including women, people from ethnic minority communities and people with disabilities. If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know – we’re here to support you.


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