Cladding Procurement Control Officer
Professional Technical Jobs ⫽ Procurement Officer / Buyer
Manchester, Greater Manchester
£40,000 - £50,000 per annum
Permanent, Full time
Desirable Skills
Procurement
Job description
We are seeking an experienced Cladding Procurement Control Officer to join our office based in Manchester. This is a permanent position offering the opportunity to take ownership of façade procurement projects throughout the full procurement cycle. The role involves both office-based responsibilities and travel to suppliers, storage facilities, and sites as required.
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: 08:00 - 17:00 (Monday-Thursday), 08:00 - 15:00 (Friday), 38 hours per week
Duties:
- Managing procurement of façade systems, materials, and subcontracted works from selection through to delivery
- Conducting off-site visits for compliance checks, ensuring strict quality control and timely supply of materials
- Raising, tracking, and managing purchase orders on ERP systems
- Preparing and verifying delivery documentation for coated materials and goods
- Negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors to secure the Right Time, Place, Price, Quality, and Quantity
- Conducting supplier pre-qualification assessments to ensure compliance, capacity, and quality standards are achieved
- Expediting deliveries to prevent disruption to programme deadlines
- Coordinating logistics with site teams and the wider supply chain
- Monitoring supplier performance against KPIs, reporting risks and non-conformance to management
- Supporting procurement strategies to align with business and project objectives
Requirements:
- Minimum 7-10 years' procurement experience, including at least 5 years in façade or construction procurement
- Proven track record of managing high-value, project-based procurement (circa £10m+)
- In-depth knowledge of façade systems, curtain walling, cladding, and associated materials
- Strong understanding of project management principles and construction financial procedures
- CIPS or similar professional qualification desirable
- Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office
- Excellent negotiation, contract management, and commercial awareness skills
- Strong problem-solving ability, with the resilience to manage high-pressure deadlines
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
- A-Level or equivalent standard of education
Package:
- 38-hour week with early finish on Fridays
- Competitive salary package (depending on experience)
- Career progression opportunities within procurement and supply chain
Interested applicants are invited to apply by sending their most up-to-date CV.
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