About this role
GROUP PROCUREMENT MANAGER
Trinity Estates • £Competitive, aligned to experience • National (with travel as required) ROLE OVERVIEW
We need a Group Procurement Manager to take ownership of our national supplier strategy and build something that works: a rationalised, trusted, well-governed supplier network that our property management teams can rely on every day.
This is a new role leading an established contracts team. You will inherit a supplier base that spans multiple brands and regions, and your job is to cleanse, align and strengthen it, improving service quality, commercial value and compliance across the board.
You will set the direction, lead the team and work closely with operational stakeholders to make procurement a genuine enabler of better outcomes for customers.
ROLE EXPECTATIONS
This is a senior, hands on role with genuine scope to shape how procurement works across the Group.
You will be expected to assess the current supplier landscape with clear eyes, identify what needs to change and lead a structured programme to fix it, reducing duplication, closing gaps and raising performance standards.
You will manage a small contracts team, set clear standards and ensure that contract administration, renewals and tender activity are delivered with consistency and governance.
You will need to hold your own commercially with suppliers, influence internal stakeholders across multiple brands and translate operational needs into effective procurement strategies.
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
You will be successful in this role if:
The supplier base is rationalised, compliant and trusted by operational teamsContract renewals and tender activity are delivered on time, every timeSupplier SLA and KPI performance measurably improvesCommercial savings and value improvements are demonstratedThe contracts team operates with clear accountability and high standardsProperty and customer support teams can confidently rely on the approved supplier network HOW YOU’LL SPEND MOST OF YOUR TIME
Most weeks, you will be:
Developing and implementing the Group-wide procurement strategyLeading supplier rationalisation, performance improvement and alignment programmesOverseeing contract renewals, tender processes and contract administration across all brandsNegotiating with suppliers to secure strong commercial terms and quality outcomesManaging and developing the contracts teamDefining and monitoring supplier KPIs, SLAs and service review mechanismsEnsuring all suppliers meet health and safety, compliance and accreditation requirementsPartnering with property management, operations, finance, risk and regional teams You will be nationally based with travel as required across the Group’s brands and regions.
WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR
This role suits someone who:
Has significant senior procurement experience in property services, facilities management, housing, residential block management, construction, maintenance or a related sectorHas led supplier rationalisation and procurement transformation programmesIs confident negotiating complex commercial agreements and managing strategic supplier relationshipsCan lead, develop and get the best out of a small teamUnderstands how to balance cost, quality, compliance and customer outcomesIs comfortable driving change across a structure of independently operating brands EXPERIENCE THAT HELPS
Experience managing multi-site, multi-brand or geographically dispersed supplier environmentsTrack record of leading tendering activity, contract renewals and contract administrationExperience implementing governance, compliance and supplier assurance processesGood understanding of property maintenance, repairs, compliance services and contractor managementKnowledge of health and safety, supplier accreditation and third-party risk managementExperience working with operational stakeholders in service-led environments WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive salary, aligned to experienceCompany car or car allowance for field-based roles24 days holiday plus bank holidays, with additional Christmas closurePension schemeVitality private healthcarePerkbox membership with discounts across retail, travel and entertainmentFully funded training and professional development, including paid study leaveEmployee referral schemeAnnual salary reviewFree eye tests and Cycle to Work schemeLong service awardSupport for Army Reserve training ABOUT TRINITY ESTATES
Trinity Estates is a leading residential property management company and the flagship brand within the wider Trinity Property Group.
Managing a diverse portfolio across the UK, the business supports developments ranging from modern city apartments to large-scale residential estates. Trinity Estates combines strong operational structure with a people-focused approach, delivering a consistent and professional service at scale.
For employees, this means access to larger and more varied portfolios, clear processes, strong internal support and genuine opportunities for progression within a growing organisation.
As part of a wider group, Trinity Estates offers both stability and career development, making it an ideal environment for those looking to build and progress their career in property management.
HOW WE HIRE
Initial conversation with our talent teamInterview focused on experience, judgement and approach We aim to complete the process within two to three weeks and communicate clearly throughout.
INTERESTED?
Apply with your CV.
All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence of eligibility will be required.