Procurement Executive in London

Our story

Beams is on a mission to make home renovation simpler and greener. We’re doing this by building a revolutionary technology platform and marketplace for homeowners and contractors so they can plan, design and build all in one place.

From the moment the customer starts to plan their renovation and selects their design, to final completion, the Beams platform offers a seamless journey, allowing homeowners to take a backseat and oversee construction, while Beams-vetted contractors deliver projects tailored to their clients’ tastes.

The role

Reporting to our Head of Build, you will play a pivotal role in managing our procurement function for all fittings, products and materials for multiple on-going residential renovation projects as well as supporting the finance team around supplier payments and invoices.

Your responsibilities

• Procurement Ordering
• Manage the procurement process for project materials in accordance with project timelines and budgets.
• Working with our design and build team, you will be responsible for the speccing, sourcing, ordering, and delivering of specified items on time and within budget.
• Source and evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, and ensure timely delivery of all project items.
• Collaborate with interior designers to understand project requirements and provide input on materials, fixtures, and product selection.
• Coordinate with project managers and contractors to ensure item specifications align with project goals and client expectations.
• Manage delivery schedules, liaising with suppliers and contractors, and track delivery timeliness, accuracy, dealing with any issues that arise.
• Maintain and update our database of approved products and vendors to ensure accurate pricing working with Head of Design and Product teams
• Procurement Financial Support
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, budgets, and returns.
• Conduction monthly project profitability analysis on material spend vs. budget
• Provide ongoing support to the Finance team with Accounts Payable bookkeeping, including payments, invoicing, and reconciliation of monthly vendor's credit accounts.

About you

Essential

• Proven experience in FF&E renovation project procurement along and / or working with finance or accounting
• Strong negotiation and communication skills to effectively work with suppliers and stakeholders.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical skills, familiarity with excel or google sheets
• Proficient in using procurement software and google suite of products.

Desirable

• Experience/comfortable working with accounting software Xero
• A personal interest in sustainability and creating greener products is a plus.

Our culture

Having a positive impact and cultivating a positive company culture are important to us. We reward and applaud people who take action, who get results, who can communicate clearly and straightforwardly, who are always looking to improve things and who turn up everyday with energy and appetite.

Package and Benefits

Competitive salary subject to experience, and share options giving you a stake in the company’s success

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Opportunities for professional growth and skill development within a fast-paced and collaborative environment

Budget for learning & development to support your growth

This is a full-time position with a flexible balance of days at our London office at Old Street and home days. This will require visits to building sites as well

At Beams, we're committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We believe diversity of thought, background, and experience drives innovation and success. We're dedicated to building a team that represents a variety of perspectives and experiences, and we actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups. We're an equal opportunities employer, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you're passionate about making renovation simpler and greener and share our commitment to making a positive impact, we encourage you to apply for a role with us, even if you're not sure you're a perfect match. We look forward to hearing from you and discussing how you can contribute to our team.