Procurement & Contracts Lead — Social Housing

Red Kite Community Housing; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing organization in High Wycombe is seeking a Commercial Manager (Procurement Team Manager) to lead procurement initiatives. You will ensure a tenant-focused approach and manage tendering processes. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Housing Management or Business Administration and significant experience in procurement within social housing or public sectors. This full-time role offers a chance to make impactful improvements in community development.

Qualifications

• Strong track record in procurement and contract management.
• Experience in social housing, construction, or public sector.
• Commitment to achieving CIPS full membership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a strategic approach to procurement.
• Oversee management of communal and corporate contracts.
• Manage the entire tendering process.

Skills

Procurement management

Contract management

Financial evaluation

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in Housing Management or Business Administration

Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) membership

Job description

A leading housing organization in High Wycombe is seeking a Commercial Manager (Procurement Team Manager) to lead procurement initiatives. You will ensure a tenant-focused approach and manage tendering processes. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Housing Management or Business Administration and significant experience in procurement within social housing or public sectors. This full-time role offers a chance to make impactful improvements in community development.