Procurement Manager

Establishment:

Fairfax MAT

Location:

Central Team Located in Smiths Wood

Salary:

£49,282.00 - £51,356.00

Department:

Finance

Job Type:

Full TimeClosing Date: 29/09/2025 11:20

Interview Date:

-

Start Date:

ASAPAdditional InformationEstablishment:

Fairfax MAT

Location:

Central Team Located in Smiths Wood

Salary:

£49,282.00 - £51,356.00

Department:

Finance

Job Type:

Full Time

Closing Date: 29/09/2025 11:20

Interview Date:

-

Start Date:

ASAP Additional InformationContract Type:

Permanent

Contract Term:

AYR - All year round

Hours per Week:

37.00

Weeks per Year:

52.142

Pay Grade:

PO5The RoleWe have a fantastic opportunity for a Procurement Manager to join our Central Finance Team to deliver a high quality compliant value driven procurement service across the Trust..Trust Central Services are based at Smith’s Wood Academy and include HR and Finance. This role is based primarily at Smiths Wood Academy we are however able to offer hybrid working ( one day a week from home).Smith’s Wood AcademySmith’s WoodBirminghamB36 0UEThe Finance Team are a key part of FMAT''s centralised function providing invaluable support to senior leaders across the Trust allowing them to focus on transforming the futures of all our students.Main responsibilities of this role include:Delivering a high-quality, compliant, and value-driven procurement service across all schools within the Trust.Reporting to the Head of Finance Operations, the Procurement Manager will provide timely, accurate procurement and financial insights to support strategic decision-making and operational planning.The postholder will line manage the Procurement Administrator and Finance Assistants, ensuring the effective procurement operationsThe ideal candidate will have the following knowledge and experience including:The ability to achieve optimal commercial solutions whilst maintaining credibility and a long term supplier relationship.Ability to develop and maintain excellent working relationships with customers/ co workers and suppliers.Extensive understanding of procurement processes.This is a truly exciting time to join an ambitious trust, whose aim is to transform the lives of some of the most vulnerable pupils in the region.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-oFairfax Multi-Academy Trust is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will therefore be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).OtherCycle to WorkEmployee Assistance ProgrammeGreen Car SchemePerkbox Wellness Hub A variety of wellness content to proactively support your heath and wellbeingSalary sacrifice in relation to TechnologyQualificationsQualification TitleGrade5 GCSEs including Maths and English (grade 4-9) or equivalent DesirableDegree in a relevant subject DesirableSkillsPersonal AttributesCommitment to Trust aim and values EssentialCommitted to Continuous Professional Development (CPD) EssentialPromotes a culture of Safeguarding EssentialAbility to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, parents and students EssentialAbility to work effectively within a team environment EssentialAbility to work effectively within a team environment EssentialAbilities, Skills and KnowledgeAwareness of child protection/safeguarding with up to date training (or willingness to undertake training) EssentialLeadershipAdaptable - ability to adapt style to a variery of situations and people EssentialExperienceExperience of working in an educational environment DesirableExperience/KnowledgeKnowledge of school standards and procedures or willingness to train DesirableExperience of dealing with sensitive and confidential student information EssentialFairfax Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.Following the update of KCSIE 2023 Fairfax Multi Academy Trust will now carry out online checks of all appointments.Fairfax Multi Academy Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.Apply for this roleSubmit your application today with our simple application ..... full job details .....