Leading the way in resident empowerment Watmos' unique approach has put it at the forefront of transforming communities, providing great homes and exceeding expectations. We are seeking an outstanding and dedicated individual who shares our passion for improving people's lives.

This role involves overseeing the procurement process to ensure the organisation acquires cost-effective goods, services, and contracts while complying with legal and policy requirements. You will be responsible for creating and implementing procurement strategies that align with organisational goals and budgets, managing the tendering process, and negotiating contracts with suppliers. Additionally, you will track supplier performance and procurement activities to ensure adherence to contracts, service level agreements (SLAs), financial regulations and legal obligations.

You will also ensure that all records are handled in accordance with Data Management and Information Governance policies, relevant legislation, codes of practice, and contractual commitments, while staying informed of changes in procurement law and industry best practices.

The ideal candidate will have solid procurement knowledge and experience, including expertise in tendering, negotiation and supplier management, as well as familiarity with computerised financial systems within the housing, public or non-profit sectors. Strong computer skills, particularly in Word and Excel (at an intermediate level), are essential, along with the ability to plan and prioritise tasks effectively to meet targets and deadlines.

Job Purpose

• Managing the procurement process to ensure the organisation secures value for money goods, services and contracts while adhering to legal and policy requirements.
• Supporting the organisation in achieving operational efficiency, delivering high-quality outcomes and fostering strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.  

We are genuinely proud of our diversity, our people, our values, our homes and our achievements and you will support our ongoing evolution.

In line with our ethos as an organisation we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation with a sense of belonging, where everyone knows their opinions matter and their talents can be fully utilised. We encourage applications from those of all backgrounds and strongly value having a workforce that includes people who have different life experiences.