Procurement Manager

Are you ready to be part of something special? Welcome to settle, where our brand-new 2030 strategy marks the start of an exciting journey. We're thrilled to continue our mission of delivering outstanding service to residents, making it an exciting time to join our team.

At settle, we're driven by a relentlessly resident focus with a holistic and personalised touch, building trust through unique, community-centred initiatives. We have established strong community ties, enabling us to offer essential services such as mental health support and financial guidance. Our agile approach ensures we adapt swiftly to meet the evolving needs of our residents and neighbourhoods, utilising data insights to stay ahead of trends.

We are looking for a Procurement Manager to join the team here at settle. This role will be extremely rewarding and is a great opportunity to help shape the procurement culture and deliver significant business-wide procurement that will have a lasting impact on the future success of Settle.

Outline of Key Responsibilities...

• Provide advice, guidance and support, throughout the business to ensure procurement and contract management practices are compliant with internal policies, as well as statutory regulations, and provide best possible value.
• You will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to help minimise risk, and foster innovation.
• You will contribute to the design and roll out of a robust contract and supplier relationship management framework that will optimise delivery for Settle’s strategic suppliers.
• Be responsible for managing the procurement and tendering of a wide range of supplies, services and works through the implementation of innovative category strategies
• Maintain awareness of risk management for supplier contracts and agreements.

We are looking for someone who has...

• Minimum of 3 years procurement experience within either the public, charitable, or not-for-profit sector with practical knowledge of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and an understanding of the upcoming changes through the Procurement Act 2023 plus the ability to lead on OJEU procurements.
• Advanced knowledge and demonstrable experience in leading a range of successful OJEU/TED procurements utilising a range of procedures i.e. open, restricted, competitive dialogue, etc.
• MCIPS, or as a minimum, working towards full MCIPS accreditation.
• Experience in identifying and delivering value for money and efficiencies through spend analysis, category management skills, procurement and supply chain activity.
• Well-developed relationship management and influencing skills with the ability to build effective working relationships with stakeholders at all levels of seniority.
• An expert at analysing spending data, identifying trends, and presenting outputs effectively.

Desirable:

• Experience of managing categories of spend associated with repairs, maintenance, asset management, and direct labour organisations.

• Experience of creating or supporting the production of policies, procedures, guidelines to support a procurement function and lead on training where necessary.

At settle, our friendly and hard-working colleagues are proud to be relentlessly resident focussed, and we believe that dedication deserves a stellar benefits package. Here’s what we offer to our amazing colleagues:

• annual salary of up to £55,000 DOE
• flexible working: hybrid and flexible options available (role-dependent)
• generous leave: 27 days of annual leave, increasing to 32 days with length of service
• family leave: enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• pension contributions: up to 10% from settle
• healthcare cash plan: for your health and wellness
• flexible benefits: cash towards your heath and wellbeing
• development: excellent personal and professional growth opportunities

And that’s just the beginning! We’re also thrilled to provide:

• fresh fruit Wednesdays: keep your energy up with healthy snacks
• colleague-led campaigns and celebrations: wellbeing weeks and charity bake sales
• volunteering days: 2 paid days to give back to the communities we work in
• secure parking: free onsite parking and bike sheds too!
• local discounts: enjoy perks from our community partners
• mental health support: access to counselling sessions and mental health resources
• feedback commitment: we listen to our colleagues and take action
• shower facilities: perfect for those who cycle to work or hit the gym
• early finish Friday: a kickstart to the weekend!

At settle, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. Join us and enjoy the benefits of working in a collaborative, kind, and inclusive environment.

"At settle we operate a no closing date policy and evaluate candidates upon application. Therefore please apply without delay."

Our Commitment 

Our culture at settle is inclusive and celebrates the differences in everyone. We are committed to creating an inclusive workforce, by reflecting and representing the diversity of today’s society. We would like to encourage applicants from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds; people who identify as disabled, neurodiverse, members of the LGBTQ+ community and people from global majority communities.

Accessibility and Adjustments

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we’ll always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in advance of any suitable arrangements required so you can fully participate in the recruitment process.

Due to the nature of some of our roles involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post may be subject to a Basic Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made.

Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form.