We are seeking an experienced Purchaisng Manager to lead our purchasing function across our expanding property portfolio, including student accommodation, private rental, commercial units, and construction/development projects.
Working closely with senior management, project teams and operational sites, you will oversee purchasing activity, supplier relationships and cost control.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead purchasing across operational sites, developments and refurbishment projects.
- Source materials, operational supplies, equipment and plant hire.
- Manage supplier relationships, pricing, agreements and performance.
- Verify invoices, resolve discrepancies and support finance processes.
- Support project purchases, track deliveries and coordinate logistics.
- Oversee stock control, inventory systems and inter‑site deliveries.
- Resolve product issues, manage returns and quality checks.
- Improve purchasing processes, systems and documentation.
- Line-manage and support the Purchasing Coordinator.
What We're Looking For
- Strong negotiation, communication and organisational skills — you'll be managing suppliers and deadlines with confidence
- Previous purchasing or procurement experience, ideally within construction or a related trade environment
- Based full-time at our LE3 0GH office
- Adaptable and calm under pressure — this is a fast-paced SME where priorities shift and you'll need to juggle multiple things at once
- Proactive and detail-focused, with a practical mindset and the ability to hit the ground running
- Comfortable working in a hands-on environment where decisions are made quickly and you're close to the action
- A relevant qualification (such as CIPS) is a bonus, but we're more interested in hands-on experience
You can view the full job description here - https://codestudents.co/PurchasingManagerJD
We offer excellent long-term career prospects within a well-respected and expanding brand. As with any dynamic team, occasional wider office tasks may be required to support our busy environment.
What’s in it for you?:
You’ll be joining a financially stable, growing organisation with long‑term career prospects. You’ll also benefit from:
- Free parking
- Free on‑site gym
- Enhanced Health & Wellbeing EAP programme
- Paid company events and team activities
- A supportive environment with opportunities to shape and improve the purchasing function
How to Apply:
Please apply via Indeed with:
- Your CV
- A cover letter quoting Ref: PM.2611.45, explaining your experience and why you want this role
- Answers to all application questions
Recruitment Process:
- Stage 1 - Online Assessment
- Stage 2 - Telephone Interview
- Stage 3 - Face-to-Face Interview
- Stage 4 - Paid Taster Day (Final Stage)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £42,000.00-£48,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site gym
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Leicester LE3 0GH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have in purchasing or negotiating?
- How many of these years are within the building/construction trade?
- Do you hold any purchasing, procurement, or construction‑related qualifications?
Experience:
- Line Management : 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
