Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager Northamptonshire £41,086 to £47,971 p/a Full-time, permanent We are currently working with an education provider in Northamptonshire who are looking for a Procurement Manager to join their Finance team on a permanent, full-time basis. As a Procurement Manager, the role will involve: Strategic Procurement Leadership Lead Group procurement in line with Public Contracts Regulations 2023, ensuring compliance, transparency, and value for money across all sourcing activities. Performance and Process Improvement Monitor procurement performance using data and dashboards, drive savings, and enhance systems and processes through strategic reviews and benchmarking. Supplier and Contract Management Negotiate contracts, manage supplier relationships, ensure service levels, and maintain a central contracts register and forward plan for retendering. Staff Support and Training Provide procurement guidance and training across the Group, promote best practices, and support staff with tools, templates, and induction briefings. Governance and Compliance Uphold financial regulations, oversee procurement card usage, and ensure alignment with safeguarding, EDI, health and safety, GDPR, and sustainability policies. The starting salary would be between £41,086 and £47,971 p/a (depending on qualifications and experience), and you would also get 27 days annual leave (plus Bank holidays), People s pension, Retail and Leisure Discounts, excellent professional and personal ..... full job details .....