Procurement Manager​/secondment

Salary: £60,528 per annum

Working Pattern:
Full Time

Contract Type:
Fixed Term

Hours:

37

Closing Date:
Wed 28 Oct 2026 - 11:59 PM

Eastlight’s current agency PSL is at capacity, so we will not be able to consider candidate applications introduced by agencies outside of our selected suppliers.

Eastlight Community Homes is proud to be the largest community gateway social housing provider in the country. Together with our residents and communities, we create safe, affordable homes and neighbourhoods that people are proud to live in.

We’re looking for a Procurement Manager to join us on a 6-month fixed-term contract/secondment
.

You’ll lead on end-to-end activities within the procurement function, ensuring the delivery of compliant, value-for-money procurement services that support organisational objectives. Working closely with stakeholders across the business, you’ll manage tendering and contract activities, provide expert procurement advice, and help drive the implementation of Eastlight’s Procurement Strategy.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience managing procurement and tendering activities.
• Strong contract negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of procurement legislation, including the Procurement Act 2023.
• A commercial mindset with a focus on delivering excellent value and service.

This is an exciting opportunity to make an immediate impact within a customer-focused organisation committed to continuous improvement and delivering great outcomes for our communities.

To demonstrate our commitment to you, we have developed a sector leading total rewards package:

• £60,528 per annum
• 37 hours per week, 6-month fixed term contract/secondment
• Group stakeholder pension plan (Eastlight will double, up to 5% of the employee’s contribution - Employee 5% + Eastlight 10% = Total 15%)
• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Annual wellbeing grant of £200 per annum – Subject to eligibility
• Trailblazing family leave (Maternity, Paternity and Adoption – 12 weeks full pay/6 weeks half pay) – Subject to eligibility
• Formal qualifications and paid professional membership

Eastlight Community Homes is a disability confident leader and equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse culture, which is why we encourage applications from everyone. If you require any support with the application process, please contact r

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Eastlight's offices are based in Braintree and Marks Tey. Can you confirm you're able to travel to these locations for hybrid work and essential business needs?

Closing Date: 28 October 2026 at 23:59pm

Interview Date:
Interviews are expected to be held via Microsoft Teams on 4 November 2026

We reserve the right to close or withdraw this vacancy earlier than advertised should we receive a sufficient number of applications.