Commercial Manager (Procurement and Contracts)

Key responsibilities

• Define and embed a strategic approach to procurement across the Group
• Lead procurement projects in line with our tenant-led organisation values
• Oversee the management of communal and corporate contracts
• Ensure value for money and continuous improvement through procurement activities
• Manage the tendering process, including dispatch, receipt, and evaluation of bids using both financial and qualitative criteria.

Qualifications, skills and experience

• Degree in Housing Management, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) or substantial equivalent experience, with a willingness to achieve full membership
• Proven experience in procurement and contract management, preferably in social housing, construction, or the public sector.

How to apply

Have a read of the job description and if you’re excited about this opportunity complete the application form and email it to Recruitment@redkitehousing.org.uk.

If you’d like to have a conversation about the role, please contact Recruitment@redkitehousing.org.uk to arrange a conversation.

35-hour week pilot

We have been piloting a change to our normal full-time, 37-hour 5-day week. Since June 2024 we have been piloting a shorter 35-hour week (for the same pay as before) where staff work a full day Monday to Thursday, and finish the working week at 1pm every Friday. It’s just a pilot at this stage while we evaluate its impact on our staff, our tenants, and the service we provide, but if successful we will consider a permanent move to this way of working.