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The Procurement Team are a key function within the day to operations of Places for People.
We're on an exciting procurement transformation journey, and we're growing our team to help make it happen. As part of this, we're introducing key new roles and looking for talented, motivated professionals who want to make a real impact.
If you're passionate about driving value, building strong stakeholder relationships, and shaping the future of procurement, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a team that's evolving, ambitious, and central to our business success.
More about the role
Reporting to the Category Manager, we are looking for an experienced and commercially driven Senior Buyer to lead direct procurement activities within our Property (Assets) category. In addition, you will provide support on working with stakeholders to identify saving opportunities, drive value, deliver end to end procurement projects and maintain accurate contract and tender records. You will work in a team to understand your market and stakeholders to deliver overall value to PfP.
Ideally, the role is working in our South Rings Office in Preston 1-2 days a week
More about you
You'll have proven experience in procurement or commercial roles, with a strong understanding of sourcing and contract management.
Your negotiation skills will be matched by your ability to build strong relationships across teams and with suppliers.
The Ideal Candidate will have
1. Proven experience in procurement within the housing sector or large commercial environment
2. Strong commercial acumen with the ability to identify opportunities and deliver value for money
3. Skilled in developing high-quality procurement documentation, including strategies, tender documents, and recommendations
4. Knowledge of public procurement regulations will be an advantage
The benefits
We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.
We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:
5. Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly
6. Pension with matched contributions up to 7%
7. Excellent holiday package – up to 35 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell leave
8. Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year
9. A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%
10. Training and development
11. Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more