Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)

Hours: 40 hours per week, 9.00am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday About Us We are a fast growing property group operating multiple brands across the BTR and PBSA sectors. Our centralised Group team drives governance, operational consistency, and commercial performance across a diverse UK portfolio. As we continue to scale, including recent expansion into European markets, we are strengthening our operational leadership structure. Procurement is central to delivering that growth, supporting cost control, supplier performance, and mobilisation across all brands within the Group. This role sits within the Group function and will lead procurement operations across the portfolio, working closely with brand and operational leaders to drive performance and accountability. The role Reporting to the Group Procurement Director, the Head of Procurement Operations will lead and run the day to day procurement function, managing a team of 3-4 professionals. This is a hands on leadership role with full operational accountability. You will be visible within the business, working closely with Finance, Operations, Property and Facilities teams to deliver commercial outcomes, strengthen supplier performance, and embed effective governance. We are looking for a strong people leader who enjoys being present in the business, building relationships, solving problems, and bringing clarity and structure to operational challenges. Key Responsibilities Lead, manage, motivate and develop a team of 3-4 procurement professionals. Build strong, trusted relationships with Finance and Operations stakeholders. Run the end to end procurement operation across sourcing, contract management, supplier performance, and mobilisation. Lead complex negotiations and commercial decision making. Drive cost optimisation and value improvement initiatives. Manage procurement risk and resolve supplier or commercial issues pragmatically. Embed practical, proportionate processes and governance. Support mobilisation of new assets and contribute to future European expansion activity. About You You are: An experienced procurement leader within property, BTR, PBSA, real estate, or facilities management. A strong and confident people manager who develops others and drives accountability. Solutions focused and commercially minded. Comfortable working closely with Finance and Operations colleagues with differing priorities and working styles. Motivated to be present in the office environment and play an active leadership role. Excited by growth and the opportunity to support expansion into European markets. MCIPS qualified (or working towards) is desirable. Experience - Essential Significant experience in a senior procurement leadership role within property, BTR, PBSA, real estate, or facilities management. Proven track record of leading, managing, and developing procurement teams in a multi site or operational environment. Strong hands on experience in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier performance management. Demonstrable experience embedding procurement processes, governance controls, and performance standards with clear audit, compliance, and risk management requirements. Proven ability to manage procurement risk, supplier issues, and commercial escalations independently. Experience delivering measurable cost optimisation and operational performance improvement. Experience - Desirable Experience supporting mobilisation and demobilisation of property, BTR, or PBSA assets. Exposure to EU procurement regulations or experience supporting procurement activity within European markets. Experience working during organisational growth, transformation, or restructuring. MCIPS qualified or working towards CIPS Level 4 6 (or equivalent experience). Experience implementing procurement systems, ERP platforms, or contract lifecycle management tools. Exposure to ESG, sustainability, or responsible procurement initiatives within property or facilities. What We Offer Generous holiday package: 25 days, plus bank holidays, for work life balance. Enhanced family leave packages for the important things in life. Exclusive retail discounts to make your money go further. Celebrate your birthday with a well deserved day off. Car leasing scheme for a comfortable commute. Cycle to work scheme to stay active and eco friendly. 2 charity days per year to make a difference in the community. Death in Service for peace of mind. EEO Statement At Homes for Students, we embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities and are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments you may need.

A leading company in supply chain solutions is seeking a temporary Supply Chain Planner in Widnes. The role involves managing stock levels, raising Purchase Orders, and ensuring optimal inventory while supporting demand. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication. This position offers a total rewards package with diverse benefits to support employee wellbeing and is part of a collaborative and adaptable team environment.

Vegware has a maternity cover vacancy for a Supply Chain Manager based in our city centre Edinburgh office. This high impact role oversees end to end supply chain operations and leads a team of four direct reports. Responsibilities Own and optimise the end to end supply chain, ensuring product availability and operational efficiency. Lead stock planning and purchasing, balancing service levels, working capital and risk. Establish and lead a structured demand planning and S&OP process, collaborating cross functionally to ensure clear visibility of demand and supply risks. Oversee inbound freight and logistics, driving reliability and cost effectiveness. Manage 3PL partners, including performance monitoring and continuous improvement. Data, Systems & Performance Develop and own supply chain KPIs, reporting, and dashboards. Use data and insight to proactively identify issues and drive better decision making. Act as a key stakeholder for ERP and inventory systems, improving processes and data integrity. Inventory Management Maintain robust inventory control processes and ensure high levels of stock accuracy. Monitor stock health, ageing and turnover, taking action to reduce waste and drive efficiency. Team Leadership Lead, coach and develop a team of four direct reports. Set clear expectations and foster a culture of accountability, ownership and continuous improvement. Encourage proactive problem solving and independent thinking within the team. Office Management Oversight Provide oversight of office operations through a direct report. Ensure a well functioning, efficient workplace environment that supports the wider team. Qualifications Proven experience in a Supply Chain Manager or similar role. Strong background in stock planning, purchasing, and inventory management - experience managing 3PL providers and freight operations. Demonstrated ability to improve processes and implement structure. Highly analytical with strong problem solving skills and attention to detail. Proactive and solutions oriented, with the confidence to challenge and improve existing ways of working. A mature, structured and accountable leader who takes ownership and follows through. Desirable Experience in a product based, manufacturing, or distribution environment - experience working with far east suppliers. Familiarity with ERP and inventory management systems. Benefits Bike to work scheme. Company pension. Generous holiday allowance. Company sick pay. Bonus. Private Medical Insurance. Permanent benefits.

World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero! As a Site Supply Chain Manager for our Precious Metals business, you'll contribute to JM's mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future. The role: Lead site planning, production control and materials management to deliver safe, reliable and efficient operations. Own short-term Sales & Operations Execution (S&OE) plans, ensuring site readiness to meet customer and business demand. Drive inventory optimisation, working capital improvement and on-time, in-full (OTIF) delivery performance. Collaborate closely with manufacturing, engineering, customer services and supply chain teams to deliver joined-up plans. Key skills that will help you succeed in this role: Strong experience in supply chain planning, materials control and inventory management within a manufacturing environment. Ability to lead, coach and develop teams, creating a positive and inclusive working culture. Confident decision-maker, comfortable working with complex data and balancing competing priorities. Clear communicator who builds effective relationships across operations, supply chain and customer-facing teams. What we offer: We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees' financial and physical wellbeing. Competitive retirement savings Company matched Share Incentive Plan Life Assurance, Income Protection and Critical Illness Medical plans/health assessments Retailer and Wellbeing discounts Competitive annual incentive plan Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.

A leading sustainable technology firm is seeking a Site Supply Chain Manager to oversee planning, production control, and materials management in the Greater London area. You will lead a team ensuring efficient operations and work closely with multiple departments to optimize inventory and delivery performance. The role offers competitive retirement benefits, flexible working arrangements, and a focus on employee wellbeing.

A leading company in sustainable resources based in Edinburgh is looking for a Supply Chain Manager to oversee end-to-end supply chain operations. This role includes managing a team of four, optimizing stock planning, purchasing, and freight logistics. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in inventory management and demonstrated ability to improve processes. Benefits include a company pension and private medical insurance, among others.

A Place Where People Matter. Start your career journey with Univar Solutions! Here you can make an impact on the world around you and accelerate your career in areas that energize and excite you. Supply Chain Planner - Fixed Term Contract (up to 12 months) Widnes Duties We have an exciting opportunity for a temporary Supply Chain Planner to join the Supply Chain team in Widnes. The role is primarily responsible for raising Purchase Orders and managing stock levels in and out of the business to support demand and to ensure appropriate stock levels at all times. Liaising with the site Operations to ensure appropriate capacity is available for arranged deliveries, you will raise, expedite and deal with any issues that occur for all materials aligned to your portfolio, including managing bad inventory out of the business. You will strive for excellence in customer service whilst controlling and monitoring stock, enabling a seamless flow of goods in and out of the warehouse. Key Responsibilities and Tasks Manage a portfolio of products ensuring that orders are placed in a timely manner to ensure that they are delivered OTIF whilst working closely with the commercial team for any pricing, quantity or lead-time restrictions. Understand system parameters and adjust accordingly when demand has changed. Create and manage a weekly production plan in line with site capacity to ensure we have the correct stock levels and achieve customers confirmed delivery dates. Work closely with the UKI customer service team (your customer) to ensure they have enough information to offer a high service level to the end customer. Using your own initiative to look for new ways to improve processes whilst keeping stock levels appropriate, achieving KPI such as percentage of stock availability. We Are Looking For Experience in a similar role would be advantageous but full training will be given to a confident individual with an awareness of the needs of the business and an understanding of the importance of balance. The successful candidate must be flexible with changing circumstances, adaptable and possess strong problem solving skills. With excellent attention to detail, you will be able to multi task in a fast paced environment and prioritise tasks according to business needs. You should be able to demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to deal with people of all levels of the business. Benefits We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees' physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. Equal Opportunity Statement Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.

A professional organization for procurement and supply chain in Gloucester seeks a strategic leader for their transport divisions. This role entails overseeing various transport departments and ensuring compliance, safety, and operational excellence. Responsibilities include developing transport strategies, managing budgets, and leading teams. Candidates should possess strong leadership and compliance knowledge. The position includes benefits like life assurance, gym discounts, and opportunities for progression.