Procurement Manager

Yolk Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with Valleys to Coast to appoint a Procurement Manager at an exciting point in the organisation''s growth.This is a newly created opportunity to bring procurement in-house, build the function and drive genuine commercial value across the Group.With over 6,200 homes in management, a number of subsidiaries and an ambitious development programme, there is significant scope to leverage Group-wide buying power, improve value for money and strengthen procurement governance.The RoleReporting to the Director of Finance and managing a Buyer, you will lead procurement across the Group, developing and embedding a comprehensive procurement framework aligned with organisational objectives and regulatory requirements.You will:Lead the transition from outsourced to in-house procurementDevelop and embed procurement policies, processes and governanceEnsure compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 and Welsh Government requirementsDrive cost savings, efficiencies and value for moneyLead end-to-end procurement, tendering and contract managementDevelop and maintain a comprehensive contracts registerManage key supplier relationships and complex negotiationsEmbed social value and sustainable procurementDevelop procurement systems, data and performance reportingProvide expert advice to senior leaders and the BoardWhat We''re Looking For: Fully qualified procurement specialist (CIPS or equivalent)Degree-level qualification in a relevant discipline ..... full job details .....