Procurement & Contracts Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Procurement & Contracts Manager to join a leading public sector organisaton, playing a pivotal role in delivering compliant, strategic procurement across multiple academies.

You'll lead end-to-end procurement projects, including FTS tenders, framework agreements and strategic sourcing activities
, while managing the procurement pipeline and ensuring full compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 and Trust governance.

• Lead regulated procurement exercises from strategy through to contract award.
• Develop and manage the procurement pipeline.
• Advise academies on compliant procurement routes, frameworks and tendering options.
• Drive value for money through strategic sourcing and cost-saving initiatives.
• Produce procurement documentation, evaluation reports and governance papers.
• Maintain procurement policies, provide training and promote procurement best practice.
• Support contract mobilisation and oversee assigned procurement categories.

• Strong knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023
  , FTS tenders and framework agreements.
• Excellent stakeholder management, commercial and project management skills.
• CIPS qualification (or working towards) is advantageous.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact within a values-led organisation, delivering strategic procurement that supports education and drives long-term value.