Procurement Assistant

Overview

Provide front‑line support for purchasing and procurement administration in a housing organization

Key Responsibilities

• tender prep
• procurement support
• supplier liaison
• bid review
• procurement admin
• purchasing help

Tasks

This is a great opportunity to be responsible for providing front line support to the business on purchasing activity and procurement administration. -Help with the tender process, including preparing, sending out, and reviewing tender documents, making sure everything follows Procurement Regulations -Act as a contact point for colleagues who need help with purchasing or procurement questions -Work with suppliers to ensure that the process is transparent and fair -Assist in reviewing tenders to find the best balance of quality and cost and understand the needs of the business -Work with managers and staff to support procurement processes

Requirements

• public procurement
• business analysis
• integrity
• detail‑oriented
• admin experience

What You Bring

We are looking for someone who has... 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. -Awareness of procurement practices within public sector or housing contexts -The ability to understand, define and shape what the business needs are with clear differentiation between needs and wants -Integrity and professionalism when maintaining confidential supplier or pricing information -Attention to detail and accuracy -Administrative experience in a procurement or a finance-related role

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Benefits

A lot of our roles come with options around home and office flexible working, as well as a generous annual leave allowance and other benefits. In return, we are offering... -Flexible working around a 37 hour week -Competitive medical cashback plan -Annual Flu Jab - provided each winter to all employees. -Pension - between 7% - 12% dependant on individual contribution -Life assurance - a payment of X3 your salary. -We are committed to providing a healthy work-life balance for employees and their families, as such we operate hybrid working conditions from home and our office in Bury St Edmunds -Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme - plus we currently have free electric charging points -Annual Leave - 28 days per year, (plus bank holidays) increasing to 32 days when you reach your 3rd year with us. To give greater flexibility around your holidays you can also buy, sell or carry over up to 5 days of annual leave each year -An annual salary of £28,000

About Havebury Housing Partnership

-Committed to enhancing housing options for local communities. -Provides affordable housing solutions, including maintenance and development services. -Maintains a substantial portfolio of homes with a focus on sustainability and community well-being. -Undertakes various housing projects, such as new constructions, refurbishments, and property management. -Ensures access to quality and affordable housing across diverse locations. -Operates in both urban and rural areas, delivering a wide range of housing solutions. -Collaborates with local authorities and communities to address housing needs and enhance living standards.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-basic criminal disclosure will be carried out when a conditional offer is made