Job Description
Harte Recruitment is excited to partner with a fast-growing property management company to seek an experienced and motivated Contracts and Procurement Manager to join the team in Doncaster!
As a Contracts and Procurement Manager, you will play a pivotal role in optimising the management and performance of property portfolios, ensuring that quality and value are maximised to deliver a best-in-class rental experience. The ideal candidate may have run their own business managing renovation projects or have previously worked on the tools and transitioned into a similar role dealing with suppliers and contractors.
The Package:
* Basic Salary up to £40,000 per annum
* 40 hours per week, including breaks, with flexible start and leave times between 8 AM and 6 PM
* Hybrid working 2 days at home (upon successful completion of probation)
* 26 holiday days, plus 1 additional day per year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days) + Bank Holidays
* Modern working environment
* Pension scheme + Healthcare scheme
The Contracts and Procurement Manager Role:
* Reports to the National Head of Operations, playing a key role in supporting growth and ensuring property quality, value, and a top-tier resident experience.
* Collaborates with cross-functional teams to drive procurement, strategic sourcing, and supplier contract management.
* Ensures high property standards through inspections, quality control, and proactive resident engagement.
* Develops and manages a national contractor network, balancing efficiency with flexibility, and ensuring consistent contractor performance.
* Focuses on cost efficiency to optimise the financial performance of properties without compromising quality.
* Supports procurement activities and collaborates with Home Management teams on evaluating and challenging remedial/enhancement work proposals.
* Ensures compliance with legal, regulatory, and health & safety standards, while fostering a culture of innovation and resident satisfaction.
* Utilises technology to enhance operational efficiency and reporting.
The Person:
* Brings experience in property management, procurement, and supplier management, with a focus on optimising the resident experience.
* Holds relevant qualifications and has strong financial acumen, including experience with cost management and budgeting.
* Thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment and works effectively within teams.
* Demonstrates excellent relationship management, communication, and time management skills.
* Has supervisory experience and a high level of IT and technology capability.
* Results-driven, adaptable, and solution-oriented with exceptional attention to detail.
* Possesses emotional intelligence, a customer-first mentality, and resilience.
* Previous experience reporting and working to KPIs is desirable.
* Tech-savvy is essential.