Procurement Manager

Cobalt is working with a privately backed real estate investment and development business delivering residential and hospitality projects across Europe, now seeking a Procurement Manager to support its growing pipeline from a London base.

The organisation

Our client is an established investor-developer with a strong track record in delivering high-quality residential and hospitality schemes. The business operates with an integrated model across investment, development and delivery teams.

The role and responsibilities

The Procurement Manager will take ownership of procurement activity across multiple development projects.

• Prepare and manage project procurement plans aligned to programme and budget.
• Lead sourcing, evaluation and appointment of suppliers and subcontractors.
• Issue enquiries, analyse tenders and negotiate best value terms.
• Draft and manage contracts and purchase orders in line with company governance.
• Coordinate with Construction, Commercial and Finance teams to ensure timely delivery.
• Monitor supply chain performance and resolve delivery or cost issues.
• Develop procurement strategies, framework agreements and preferred supplier lists.
• Analyse market trends and price movements to inform buying decisions.
• Support process improvement across procurement systems and workflows.

Skills and requirements

• Working knowledge of procurement within construction or real estate development.
• Understanding of contracts, cost management and supply chain processes.
• Commercial negotiation skills with the ability to manage risk.
• Ability to manage multiple packages across live development projects.
• Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Supply Chain Management or related discipline is preferred.
• Professional membership such as CIPS, RICS or CIOB is advantageous.

If you are looking to take ownership of procurement across a diverse development pipeline, apply now as interviews are taking place shortly.

Due to the volume of applications received, if you don't hear back from us, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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