Property Procurement Officer

Fundacion Nuestros Hijos; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization in the UK is seeking a Procurement Officer to manage property sourcing and build strong stakeholder relationships. This role involves overseeing procurement operations, ensuring compliance with contracts, and exceeding performance targets. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in property acquisition, excellent negotiation skills, and a valid UK driving licence. Benefits include annual leave, health membership, and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Health Membership

Life cover

6-month probation period

4% employer and 4% employee pension contribution

Laptop, phone, and other equipment

Employee Assistance Programme

Referral scheme

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge and experience in sourcing properties within the market.
• Confident in securing new opportunities and making deals.
• Ability to engage effectively with stakeholders, landlords, and agents.

Responsibilities

• Oversee property supply through accommodation partners.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with contracts and standards.
• Monitor performance targets and KPIs.
• Manage property procurement administration.

Skills

Property sourcing experience

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation skills

Planning and multitasking

Independent and team work

Problem-solving

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Location: Luton, Bedford & Milton Keynes

Salary: £32,100-£35,845 per annum

Hours: Monday-Friday 40 hours per week 8.30am-5pm

Contract Type: Permanent

Job Objective

As a Procurement Officer, you'll drive procurement success by managing a caseload, engaging stakeholders, and building strong partnerships. You'll source properties for long-term contracts, foster client relationships, and ensure smooth procurement operations while exceeding targets.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Oversee property supply through accommodation partners, ensuring compliance with contracts and standards.
• Build and maintain relationships with senior EHOs and regional stakeholders to meet legal requirements.
• Collaborate with the Regional Operations Manager and Head of Procurement to optimise bed space efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to values, policies, and ethical standards.
• Monitor and report on performance targets and KPIs.
• Foster continuous improvement and share best practices across the supply chain.
• Promote a positive health and safety culture.
• Manage property procurement administration and maintain accurate records.
• Ensure proper property handover and sign-off processes are followed.
• Ensure the company's portfolio is compliant with Local Authority and other regulatory requirements.
• Handle daily inquiries from landlords and agents.
• Process Local Authority notices according to procedures.
• Ensure internal audits and compliance standards are met.

Required Skills

• Proven knowledge and experience in sourcing/acquiring properties within the market.
• Ready to hit the ground running, confident in securing new opportunities.
• Able to engage effectively with stakeholders, landlords, and agents.
• Skilled in influencing decisions, closing deals, and securing favourable terms.
• Excellent planning abilities to manage multiple tasks and meet targets efficiently.
• Thrives on achieving goals and exceeding expectations.
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Capable of prioritising tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Persistent in overcoming challenges and securing deals.
• Full, valid UK driving licence.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Health Membership
• Life cover
• 6-month probation period
• 4% employer and 4% employee pension contribution
• Laptop, phone, and other equipment as needed
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Referral scheme

The successful candidate will need to hold a valid UK driving licence and will be required to undergo a satisfactory DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, in accordance with the responsibilities of the role.

Please contact Kerrie Collett on 07778 403485 to learn more, or submit your application today.