Regional Buyer

Places for People; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking social enterprise dedicated to building thriving communities. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support project planning and procurement within the housebuilding sector. You'll collaborate closely with management and stakeholders, ensuring effective cost control and timely material availability. As part of a diverse and ambitious team, you will contribute to a transformative growth journey, enhancing your career while making a real impact in the community. If you're ready to embrace new challenges and help shape the future, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Company Car/Allowance

Excellent holiday and sick pay

Pension with matched contributions

Training opportunities

Discounts and offers from shops, cinemas, and more

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of the housebuilding industry.
• Experience in procurement of housebuilding materials.

Responsibilities

• Support project planning and scheduling within the regional Commercial team.
• Handle procurement of materials in line with build programmes.

Skills

Procurement Management

Schedule Management

Cost Control

Stakeholder Engagement

Negotiation Skills

Education

NVQ Level 3

Job description

We are Developments, part of the Places for People Group, a social enterprise that believes communities are built by people, not just homes. We build homes and manage communities where everyone can thrive.

We are committed to our people as much as our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number — you're part of our cause.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone to grow with us, joining at the start of our growth transformation, with the chance to influence and be part of our success.

More about Your role

Within the regional Commercial team, this essential role involves supporting project planning and scheduling, procurement, cost planning, supplier selection & commissioning, client-facing activities, and cost control management reporting. You should have a strong working knowledge of the housebuilding industry and be involved in multiple projects at various stages of pre-construction and construction.

More about You

You will handle procurement of relevant housebuilding materials and plant packages in line with regional timelines and build programmes, supporting setup and daily activities at each site. Experience in schedule/programme management and liaising with supply chains to understand material lead times and availability is essential.

Ideally, you will be educated to a minimum of NVQ Level 3.

This role requires collaboration, as you'll work closely with management teams and manage multiple activities/projects simultaneously, engaging with internal and external stakeholders, demonstrating strong influencing and negotiation skills, and building long-term relationships.

The Benefits

We are a diverse, ambitious business offering job security and challenge. Our environment allows colleagues to flourish, thrive, and work in fantastic communities alongside inspirational colleagues and customers. Our benefits include:

• Bonus
• Company Car/Allowance
• Excellent holiday and sick pay
• Pension with matched contributions
• Training opportunities
• Discounts and offers from shops, cinemas, and more

What's next?

If you meet the criteria and are ready to advance your career, apply through our quick 5-minute process by uploading a CV and a supporting statement. For questions, contact our recruitment team.

If you're a Places for People customer seeking support, email [e-mail].

Note: We may close the application earlier if we receive many strong applications. Apply promptly to avoid disappointment. Ensure your CV is stored in the cloud if using a mobile device.

Recruitment agencies: We operate a PSL and do not accept cold calls.

Further Links

Armed Forces - We support the Armed Forces Covenant. Serving or former armed forces members who meet the role criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Disability Confident - We are a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. Disabled applicants meeting the role criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Neurodivergent - We value neurodiverse individuals and guarantee interviews for suitable candidates who meet the criteria.