Procurement Specialist for Affordable Housing Projects

4 days ago


Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom Vistry Group Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Procurement Specialist to join our team at Vistry Group. This is an exciting opportunity to work on affordable housing projects across the South East Midlands region.

Key Responsibilities
  • Work closely with Senior Procurement Specialists to manage procurement of sub-contract packages for multiple housing and retirement village schemes.
  • Place sub-contract orders in accordance with budget, specification, and programme constraints while adhering to group deal requirements.
  • Negotiate best prices with suppliers, compare tenders, and present findings to commercial/site teams.
  • Liaise with Group Supply Chain, managing sub-contractor relationships and promoting the best interests of Vistry Group.
  • Review potential supply chain gaps and risks.
Requirements
  • Previous experience in procurement within the housing sector.
  • Background in working within a commercial team.
  • Good commercial awareness, understanding of building contracts (JCT), development agreements, and domestic sub-contracts.
  • Strong mathematical and IT ability, with good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.
  • Ability to assess and analyse information, communicate effectively, and work well in a team.
Benefits
  • Competitive basic salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum.
  • Annual bonus scheme.
  • Company car or car allowance/travel allowance.
  • Agile working possible (dependent on role).
  • Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays.


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