Procurement Business Partner

Could you be Incommunities new Procurement Business Partner? This is a great opportunity to join a growing procurement function. Over the last 18 months,we have built the procurement team from the ground up, transforminghow sourcing, day-to-day operations and cross functional collaboration is achieved throughoutthe organisation.Beyond the operational aspect, the team are agile, collaborative, resilient and passionate witha driveto add value, not justto procurement, but toIncommunities, making this an inspiring teamto bea part of.

About us

We are a social housing landlord and one of the largest housing providers in the region with over 22,000 social and affordable homes, mainly in the Bradford district. We employ a talented workforce of nearly 1,000 people.

This year we've launched our five-year Corporate Strategy, which runs to 2029. Our purpose is to provide high quality homes, services, and support to our customers, so we've worked with colleagues and customers to find out what's important to them. Our customers sit at the heart of what we do, and our colleagues are the people who'll help us achieve our vision, which is to create the best customer experience to improve everyday lives.

Duties include:

• Lead major projects and tenders, ensuring all sourcing activity fully complies with appropriate legislation and regulations.
• Prepare tender documents to stakeholder requirements and run end to end tender procedures on their behalf
• Provide support and advice to managers and stakeholders regarding any contractual or procurement matters.
• Assist in the negotiation of contract terms, conditions and costs.
• Review existing procurement procedures and implementing changes where required.
• Be akey player in developingprocurementstrategies that delivervalue for moneyand social value.
• Be a "go to" point of contact for colleagues and stakeholders for procurement guidance and support.
• Coach and support colleagues in the art of procurement, contract performance and wider business to business matters.
• Be a Senior professional, passionate about delivering value for money and putting the customer at the heart of everything we do.

• A professional procurement leader with an eye for detail who understands the importance of teamwork, comrade and fosters a solution-based approach to supporting clients.
• Broad procurement experience within a Social Housing, public sector arena with experience in procuring goods, works & services requirements and professional services categories.
• Knowledge of category management and experience of using this methodology in complex commercial environments to deliver procurement strategies and drivesignificant service improvements.
• Possess a professional procurement certification (e.g. CIPS/MCIPS) or equivalent experience within a public sector / housing arena.
• Are experienced in preparing tender documents and managing the end-to-end procurement process.
• Proficient in spend analysis and extrapolating data with a view to realising value for money and efficiency savings.
• Can provide recent examples of cost savings achieved on large scale procurement projects.
• Excellent IT skills in using Microsoft platforms, e-tending solutions, central digital platforms and e-notices.
• The ability to multitask and work under pressure.
• A high level of attention to detail and the ability to prioritise tasks.
• Experience of working in a high demanding, pressurised environment.
• A professional,personableand pragmaticapproach to procurement with aforward-thinkingattitude and desire for procurement excellence.

• Starting salary of £48,452 rising to £52,970 per year with service
• Social Housing Pension Scheme - upto 10% employer contribution
• 28 days annual leave that increases with service plus bank holidays
• Option to buy and sell annual leave
• Training, development, and qualification opportunities
• Our Hub: our wellbeing and benefits site, with exclusive access to discounts and savings (at over 800 retailers)
• Corporate health scheme membership
• Agile and hybrid working
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Local gym membership discounts.
• A team of trained Mental Health First Aiders who are available for colleagues to contact for support

Join Our Team!

We're looking for great people to join us! AtIncommunities, we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, included, and supported. We actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences-because we know thatdiverse perspectives make us stronger.

Based inBradford, a city known for its rich cultural diversity, we servevibrant communities. As a social housing provider, we're passionate about making a real difference by providingsafe, affordable homesandimproving lives.

Our recruitment process is designed tosupport you every step of the way. If you need any adjustments or assistance, just let us know.

We're proud to be aMindful Employer, committed to mental health and wellbeing. We also hold the'Committed' Menopause Friendly Accreditation, recognising the importance of support in the workplace.

Apply early!We review applications as they come in and may close the advert before the deadline.

Ready to make an impact?Come work with us!