Procurement Specialist

Role: Procurement Delivery Partner

Hours: 35 hours per week

Salary: £46,086 - £57,607 per annum (salary offered dependent on experience)

Contract: Permanent

Location: Mariner House – Dartford/Working from Home

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We're on the lookout for a Procurement Delivery Partner to join Moat

You will be working with staff across all levels at Moat, our suppliers, customers & other stakeholders as required to provide an effective procurement service which enables the delivery of quality services which provide value for money and positive social value outcomes to those affected by Moat's operations.

You must have knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023, as well as the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, and will have completed the TPP Procurement Act eLearning course. You will be responsible for a range of contract types including works and services contracts, frameworks, call-offs, and consultancy agreements.

You will ideally be a full Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply, but must have a minimum of Level 4. Apprenticeship and training options will be available to enable progress to full MCIPS.

We are avid supporters of agile working, allowing you to work flexibly between our Dartford office and your home, with an expectation of 1-2 days per week in the office.

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a role where you'll make a real impact. For more information, please see here the full job description: procurement-delivery-

Who are we?

We're one of the top 30 housing associations in England, with homes spreading across London, Kent, Essex and Sussex. Our financial strength puts us in a good position to rise to challenges and plan for the future.  Our purpose is to "open doors to better lives for our customers". We thrive to be customer pioneers; providing a great customer experience.

We're also proud to announce that we have been awarded an accreditation for 'The Sunday Times Best Places to Work' 2025, based on our employee feedback.

As a Procurement Delivery Partner you will be:

• Lead procurement activity for key contracts across the business including construction and asset management requirements.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders to plan and deliver procurements aligned with Moat's strategy.
• Ensure all projects comply with legislation including the new Procurement Act and leaseholder consultation obligations.
• Manage tender processes, supplier engagement, and contract documentation.
• Support teams to develop specifications, evaluation criteria, KPIs, and robust contracts.
• Conduct supplier reviews, spend analysis, and benchmarking to achieve best value.
• Promote social value through creative procurement approaches.
• Provide expert procurement advice and training across the organisation.
• Support the Head of Procurement in developing policies and managing systems.
• Line manage a Procurement Assistant/Administrator and deputise for the Head of Procurement when required.

We're looking for:

• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply, or minimum CIPS Level 4
• Understanding of the Procurement Act 2023 including completion of the TPP eLearning modules.
• Strong knowledge of contract law, procurement legislation, and best practice.
• Proven experience leading procurement tenders (housing sector experience preferable).
• Skilled negotiator with analytical ability and understanding of supplier assessment.
• Proficient in e-procurement tools and advanced MS Office skills.

Want to know more about Moat? Check out our social media feeds

LinkedIn: @moathomes

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Interested in applying? We want to hear from you

To apply, please complete our application form in full via our careers website (Moat Homes Careers). As we use anonymous recruitment and do not accept CVs, it's important you provide as much detail as possible in your application. We're keen to understand your interest in the role and how you meet the requirements, so tell us about your experience, skills, and what makes you a great fit for Moat.

Closing date: Please apply on our website by 11pm on Monday 24th November

If you are shortlisted for this role, there may be psychometric assessments as part of the recruitment process.

We encourage you to apply early, as we may close the advert before this date if we receive good interest. We're looking forward to reading your application

If you require any additional adjustments to the recruitment process, please email

In return, you'll receive:

Excellent benefits. For more info, check out our employee benefits video here: Our employee benefits: what we can offer you ).

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £46,086.00-£57,607.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Dartford DA2 6QE