Procurement Manager
Procurement Manager
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Job Description
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 35 per a week (agile working arrangements in place) Wherever possible we are open to suggestion on the working hours and are happy to consider flexible job requirements such as job share reduced hours etc. just let us know as part of your application
Closing date: 10th September 2025
Interview date: 19th September 2025
Interview location: Soapworks Salford Quays Manchester
Our organisation is all about people the people who live in our homes the communities we serve and those we work with. So its no surprise that we recruit for attitude and behaviour which are central to us building relationships and delivering great experiences for these people. We employ colleagues who are passionate about making a difference who will take responsibility to get things done.
As a not-for-profit housing association providing affordable homes and services to more than 20000 people across Greater Manchester. We have a strong social purpose and make it our mission to enable people to live well in their home and community.
This role will help us to do this by providing professional expert advice support training & guidance to colleagues in relation to procurement activities. This is a great opportunity to make a difference to how we work and the services our customers receive.
Youll oversee and support effective contract management and supplier relationship management and be responsible for ensuring procurement is compliant in relation to all UK procurement law Irwell Valley Homes Procurement/Contract Management Policy Guidance and Financial Regulations.
Were looking for those who can design and deliver our overarching Procurement Plan and contract renewals ensuring real Value for Money alongside supporting and leading our small team of procurement colleagues.
You will work with key stakeholders to develop procurement delivery targets including cashable savings devise robust supplier performance indicators ensure IVH values and behaviours are embedded through our supply chain and that we met our social value targets.
We need people who are / have
IT literate including Microsoft Office 365 including strong Excel skills
The ability to analyse complex financial and contract performance information and make sound decisions ensuring value for money for our customers.
Appropriately qualified and experienced in managing and leading a procurement function and team
Development and implementation of appropriate controls policies procedures and procurement frameworks
Sound knowledge and experience of contract management and procurement activities including:
Tender management;
Procurement guidance and advice;
Policy and procedure development and implementation of procurement frameworks;
Standard document development and implementation;
Negotiation;
Performance management;
Supply chain management;
Contract law and procurement legislation;
Supplier appraisal;
Supplier risk assessment;
Digital tendering and contract management systems;
TUPE;
Value for Money;
Health & Safety;
Housing specific knowledge including Section 20 Consultation and an understanding of social housing regulation and how it relates to procurement would be advantageous.
Everyones welcome here. Our culture is inclusive and we are committed to increasing diversity. We enable everyone to be themselves at work so that they feel at home with us. And we trust and support people to do their best in a role that is fulfilling and rewarding because we know that this helps us to deliver better outcomes for our customers and our colleagues.
If you want to be part of our team and help us make a difference wed love to hear from you.
We will be reviewing applications throughout and reserve the right to close applications early if there is a strong interest in the position.
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The company
Irwell Valley Homes is a housing association providing affordable homes and services to over 16000 people across Greater Manchester and employing over 280 colleagues.
We are a charitable registered provider of social housing and offer homes mainly for social rent with a small number for affordable rent market rent and shared ownership. We also provide homes with support for people with dementia mental health issues learning and physical disabilities those who have been made homeless and people affected by domestic abuse.
As well as providing homes wedeliver services and support to customers and work in partnership with specialist organisations to help them sustain their tenancies and get on in life. And we engage with customers to shape services and review our effectiveness.
How we work
Accreditations
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Unclear
