Procurement Director - Super Prime Construction

PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST - SUPER PRIME RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist with a proven track record in the super prime residential construction sector. This role requires a strategic procurement professional who can leverage their extensive industry network to source premium materials, negotiate favourable contracts, and deliver significant cost savings on high-value residential projects. This role will be working directly with a highly successful, and well known, property developer in London.

• Lead procurement strategy for super prime residential construction projects valued at £10M+
• Source and procure luxury materials, finishes, and specialised components from domestic and international suppliers
• Maintain and develop relationships with premium suppliers, artisans, and specialist contractors
• Conduct market analysis to identify emerging suppliers and innovative materials in the luxury construction sector

• Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers, subcontractors, and specialist trades
• Draft, review, and finalise procurement agreements ensuring favourable terms and risk mitigation
• Oversee contract compliance and supplier performance throughout project life cycles
• Manage variations and change orders while protecting project budgets

• Deliver demonstrable cost savings through strategic sourcing and negotiation
• Conduct value engineering exercises without compromising quality or design intent
• Prepare detailed cost analyses and present recommendations to senior management
• Track and report on savings achieved against project budgets

• Leverage established network of super prime construction suppliers and contractors
• Qualify and onboard new suppliers meeting quality and service standards
• Conduct regular supplier performance reviews and maintain preferred supplier lists
• Build strategic partnerships with key suppliers for long‑term projects

• Experience specifically within superprime residential construction (£10M+ project values)
• Demonstrated experience procuring luxury materials including high‑end finishes, bespoke joinery, premium stone, designer fixtures, and specialist systems

• Established network of suppliers, contractors, and specialists within the super prime construction sector
• Strong relationships with luxury material suppliers both in the UK and internationally
• Connections with specialist trades including master craftsmen and artisan contractors

• Expert knowledge of construction materials, methods, and specifications for luxury residential projects
• Strong contract negotiation and commercial acumen
• Proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems
• Advanced Excel and data analysis capabilities

• Cost savings achieved against project budgets
• Supplier performance and delivery reliability
• Contract negotiation outcomes
• Material quality and specification compliance
• Project delivery timelines met

• Detailed examples of cost savings achieved on super prime projects (with values and percentages)
• Evidence of established supplier network and key relationships
• Case studies demonstrating procurement success on major prime residential developments
• References from senior stakeholders on previous