Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager Location: Leeds Contract: Full-time Start Date: To be agreed with the successful candidate Contract Type: Permanent or Temp-to-Perm Are you an experienced procurement professional looking for an opportunity to make a significant impact across a high-performing multi-academy trust? We are currently recruiting for a highly skilled and motivated Procurement Manager to lead the end-to-end procurement lifecycle across a large education organisation and drive excellent commercial outcomes. As a key member of the central finance and operations team, you will ensure that procurement activity is compliant with UK public procurement legislation, the Academy Trust Handbook and internal financial procedures, while delivering strong value for money and robust governance across multiple academies. Working closely with the CFO, Principals and central team Directors, you will play a key role in developing and continuously improving the organisation''s procurement strategy. You will manage the organisation-wide contract register, support major commercial agreements and provide expert advice to ensure consistent, effective and compliant purchasing practices. About You This role would suit someone who: Has experience leading complex, high-value procurements from end to end. Has a strong understanding of public-sector procurement, including frameworks, tendering, evaluation and contract mobilisation. Has knowledge of relevant regulations, including the Procurement Act ..... full job details .....