Department: Property Procurement/Kent Location: Kent - Maidstone (Office-based with some local travel) Reporting to: Procurement Team Leader Contract Type: Permanent Hours of Work: 40 hours per week (Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm) Salary: £30,000.00 - £34,000.00 per annum About the Role: We are seeking a motivated and results-oriented Procurement Officer to join our Property Procurement team in Kent. You will play a key role in sourcing and securing suitable properties for our clients, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and contractual obligations. Key Responsibilities: Property Sourcing: Source and secure suitable properties for client requirements, meeting agreed standards and timelines. Build and maintain strong relationships with landlords, estate agents, and other key stakeholders. Negotiate favourable terms and agreements with property owners.Contract Management: Manage property supply through accommodation partners, ensuring adherence to agreed levels and standards within supply chain contracts. Monitor property performance and identify areas for improvement.Compliance & Regulations: Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, including UKVI and local authority regulations. Adhere to all company policies and procedures.Stakeholder Management: Collaborate effectively with internal teams (Operations, Legal, etc.) and external stakeholders (landlords, local authorities). Represent the company professionally at relevant meetings and events.Administration: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of property listings, negotiations, and contracts. Prepare reports and conduct data analysis as required.Essential Skills & Experience: Experience in property sourcing or a related field (e.g., estate agency, property management). Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent negotiation and relationship-building abilities. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Strong organizational and time-management skills. Full UK Driving Licence (essential)Desirable Skills & Experience: Knowledge of property law and regulations. Experience working with CRM systems. Experience in the homelessness or immigration sectors.Benefits: Competitive salary (£30,000.00 - £34,000.00 per annum) 25 days annual leave plus national bank holidays Westfield Health Membership (offering cashback on health services plus discounts for retailers and gym memberships) Life Cover (2 x basic salary) 6-month probation period Employer pension contribution (4% employer, 4% employee) Laptop/Phone/other equipment if required as part of job role Referral SchemeReady for a new challenge? Apply NOW Manpower is acting as a Recruitment Business for this role