Senior Buyer – Property Assets & Repairs

Places for People; Preston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing procurement team is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to lead direct procurement activities. This role involves supporting stakeholders, driving value, and delivering procurement projects within the Property category. The ideal candidate has proven procurement experience in the housing sector, strong commercial acumen, and skills in developing procurement documentation. This position offers a competitive salary, pension contributions, generous holidays, and additional perks.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Yearly salary review

Pension with matched contributions up to 7%

Up to 35 days annual leave

Cashback plan for healthcare

Bonus scheme at 2%

Training and development opportunities

Discounts from shops and cinemas

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement within the housing sector or large commercial environment.
• Ability to identify opportunities and deliver value for money.
• Expertise in crafting high-quality procurement documents.

Responsibilities

• Support stakeholders to identify saving opportunities.
• Drive value and deliver end-to-end procurement projects.
• Maintain accurate contract and tender records.

Skills

Proven experience in procurement

Strong commercial acumen

Skilled in developing procurement documentation

Knowledge of public procurement regulations

Job description

A growing procurement team is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to lead direct procurement activities. This role involves supporting stakeholders, driving value, and delivering procurement projects within the Property category. The ideal candidate has proven procurement experience in the housing sector, strong commercial acumen, and skills in developing procurement documentation. This position offers a competitive salary, pension contributions, generous holidays, and additional perks.