Procurement Officer - Central London - Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 per annum | Permanent, Full-Time
Location: London SE1 , On-site with occasional travel
About the Role
We are supporting a well-established, leading UK operator in the residential/student accommodation sector to recruit an experienced Procurement Officer.
You will support multiple sites across London and the Midlands, reporting directly to senior operations leadership. This is a hands-on, end-to-end procurement role covering all operational and capital purchasing requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Source, vet and onboard reliable suppliers for goods and services
- Run tender processes, evaluate quotes and ensure full transparency
- Negotiate pricing, terms and service level agreements to deliver best value
- Manage end-to-end contract lifecycles including renewals and performance reviews
- Monitor spend, identify cost savings and ensure full budget alignment
- Maintain compliance with policy, regulation and health & safety standards
- Manage supplier relationships and resolve operational issues promptly
- Typical categories include: maintenance & compliance, cleaning, utilities, furniture & fit-out, and general operational supplies.
What We’re Looking For:
- Proven experience in a procurement or purchasing role ideally within property, facilities management, hospitality or residential accommodation
- Strong negotiation, commercial awareness and numerical skills
- Solid understanding of tendering, contracts and compliance
- CIPS qualification is highly desirable but not essential for the right candidate
- Confident stakeholder management and clear communication skills
- Organised, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities
Benefits
Competitive salary
Company pension scheme
Career development opportunities
To Apply: Please send your CV in confidence to office@mrgrecruitment.com or message us directly for full details.
MRG Recruitment acting as an employment agency.
