Procurement Manager

at  Concept Housing Association

OVERVIEW:

Concept Housing Association CIC has a new and exciting opportunity for an experienced Procurement professional to join our Finance team.
This role is pivotal as we transition from OJEU to the Procurement Act 2023 and manage key procurement projects, including major contract tenders planned for Q4 2024. Your expertise will support various departments and contribute to our procurement programme.

ABOUT US:

Concept Housing Association CIC is a leading social housing provider in the West Midlands, committed to making a positive impact. We provide over 5,400 homes across Birmingham, Bradford, and Telford, with plans to expand to 7,200 homes by 2025. We’re embarking on a transformative journey to modernise our services, invest in our people, and enhance quality and choice for our customers.
We are an equal opportunities employer, and all applications are considered based on role requirements, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religious belief.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and manage procurement projects for contracts involving works, goods, and services.

• Provide expert advice on procurement best practices, including risk assessment and market analysis.

• Oversee Due Diligence testing and manage the Supplier Set-up process.
• Develop and implement a compliant Procurement Strategy aligned with UK regulations.
• Achieve cost savings or quality improvements through effective tendering.
• Monitor social value benefits in procurement and integrate findings into our Environmental Social Governance Reporting Framework.
• Maintain essential procurement documentation such as the Contract Register and Sourcing Plan.
• Promote best procurement practices across the organization and deliver training as needed.

Proven experience in a procurement role, with a solid understanding of PCR 2015.

• Knowledgeable in procurement law, particularly the Procurement Act 2023.
• Experience in a similar sector would be beneficial
• HND or equivalent in procurement, supply chain management, logistics, or business administration.
• Membership in the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)