Sam Staff

July 2025 – Present
Cardinal, traditionally recognised as a shopfitter, has recently partnered with Edaroth to deliver affordable housing and expand into the modular housing sector. In my role as the sole buyer, I am responsible for capturing all required materials from the design stage into the Bill of Materials (BOM) and ensuring each home we build is delivered as cost-effectively as possible without compromising on quality.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Developed and implemented efficient procurement processes to strengthen supply chain management.
• Managed the day-to-day operations of purchasing to ensure smooth and timely procurement activities.
• Worked closely with the Production team to create strategic ordering plans.
• Coordinated with factory staff to maintain optimal inventory levels.
• Researched and analyzed market trends to accurately forecast product demand.
• Designed purchasing strategies aligned with company objectives and long-term goals.
• Reviewed client-specified BOMs to ensure material consistency with design requirements.

August 2023 to June 2025

Welink Homes is a modular house builder offering an innovative and efficient approach to delivering homes for developments. While many aspects of the buying process are similar to traditional construction, the manufacturing element of the business required me to take a fresh approach to managing stock and controlling costs. I adapted purchasing strategies to suit a factory-led build environment, ensuring that materials are sourced effectively and budgets are maintained.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Manage procurement budgets to ensure alignment with financial targets and project timelines.
• Implement new systems and streamlined procedures to enhance purchasing efficiency and transparency.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive supplier database, incorporating regular supplier reviews to ensure performance and compliance.
• Source and purchase materials required for the manufacturing process, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards.
• Review current build materials to see if changes can be made to product to ensure a better cost per m2 build rate per plot
• Oversee and manage stock levels across both factory and site locations, ensuring material availability and minimising waste.
• Onboard new suppliers to achieve optimal pricing and quality, contributing to overall cost savings.

Jan 19 - April 22 / Jan 23 – August 23