Financial Services (Braintree)
Eastlight House, Braintree, CM77 8FG

Procurement Manager (6-month fixed term contract/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 UTC
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Procurement Manager (6-month fixed term contract/secondment)

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Working Pattern

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8:30 - 17:00
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8:30 - 17:00
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8:30 - 17:00
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8:30 - 17:00
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8:30 - 16:30
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Agencies

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.

Who We Are

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.

The Role

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.

 

Benefits and Compensation

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
  • A healthcare cash plan, life assurance
  • Formal qualifications and paid professional membership

Next Steps

At Eastlight we support, develop, and invest in our people, together creating a culture where people love to work. There has never been a better time to join us! Click the link below to submit your CV and personal statement.

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 recruitment@eastlighthomes.co.uk

Eastlight Community Homes are unable to provide Visa Sponsorship.

Important Dates

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.

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