Job Introduction
Gleeson Homes is looking to recruit an experienced Fixed Term Regional Buyer to support our growth by maximising profits through effective supply chain management in line with commercial procedures.
The role of Regional Buyer involves providing an efficient and effective centralised procurement service to regional teams, supporting business plans, delivery programmes, budgets, and growth.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing home builder operating across the Midlands and northern England.
Please note this is a 3-6 month contract.
Main Responsibilities
At Gleeson Homes, we are passionate about building homes and communities. We seek a brand ambassador who works passionately, collaboratively, and respectfully.
* Provide a centralised procurement service supporting regional operations and sites, ensuring value through group deals and procurement processes.
* Ensure the effective delivery of group procurement services for new and existing developments, optimising group deals, discounts, and compliance with approval processes.
* Support regional buying teams operationally, acting as a key contact for advice and technical support on group procured items.
* Collaborate with regional and group commercial teams to monitor and control budgets and expenditure per site.
* Work with technical departments to align buying activities with regional build programmes and budgets.
* Manage workload to oversee bulk/group deals, ensuring timeliness and resolution of supplier, delivery, and invoice queries.
The Ideal Candidate
* Relevant qualification such as CIPS/MCIPS or extensive procurement experience.
* Strong financial and commercial knowledge.
* Good understanding of current regulations affecting procurement, e.g., building regulations, NHBC.
* Knowledge of the construction industry.
* Proficiency in COINS procurement system, Microsoft Excel, and Word.
* Exceptional stakeholder management skills with resilience and maturity.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits
* 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Discretionary bonus scheme
* Holiday buy-back scheme
* Company pension scheme
* Private medical insurance
* Healthshield membership
* Life assurance
* Share purchase plan
* High street/store discounts
* Development opportunities
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