In this role, you will provide professional and effective Procurement and Contract Management Support to the Procurement team and wider organisation. Support and work collaboratively with the Procurement Manager to ensure that all procurement activities adhere to the Public Procurement Regulations 2015 (PCR)/Public Procurement Act 2023, legislative requirements and Eastlight internal procurement policy and process.

What you'll do:

Manage all low tender exercises from the compilation of documents, issuing invitations, managing clarifications, chairing tender panels, award and carry out debriefs
Manage all low quotation exercises including market research, sourcing appropriate solution that will meet and satisfy requirements whilst achieving value for money
Support the management of other high value tenders in conjunction with Procurement Managers guidance
Support Procurement Manager with tendering activities to allow the team to provide a first-class service to the business

You’ll need to have:

MCIPS Qualification Level 4 or higher
Previous procurement experience within the Public Sector, as well as working with the Public Procurement Regulations 2015; plus an awareness of the Public Procurement Act 2023
Demonstrable experience in using a relevant Purchase Order System and e-Procurement Portal

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

£35,374 annual base salary
Full-Time, Permanent
Group stakeholder pension plan (Eastlight will double, up to 5% of the employee’s contribution - Employee 5% + Eastlight 10% = Total 15%)
Annual wellbeing grant of £200 per annum – Subject to eligibility
30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Trailblazing family leave [Maternity, Paternity and Adoption – 12 weeks full pay / 6 weeks half pay] – Subject to eligibility
BUPA healthcare cash plan, life assurance
Formal qualifications and paid professional membership

Application Closing Date: 22/01/2025

Interview Date: 30/01/2025, via MS Teams

Why should you join Eastlight?

At Eastlight, we believe that purpose drives progress. We are a dynamic and purpose-led organisation committed to making a positive impact in the East of England. We strive to create meaningful connections with our customers and provide exceptional service that aligns with our values and mission.

Eastlight Community Homes currently own 14,500 homes across the East of England and continues to develop and provide further new build affordable homes. This means there is a range of opportunities for you to excel and develop through a career at Eastlight.

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.]

If you are successful for an internal secondment, please be aware that while the initial secondment period may range from 6 to 12 months, there is potential for this role to evolve into a permanent position after the secondment period concludes.