Procurement & Contracts Manager

Dedicate Recruitment has partnered with this prestigious school, set in the heart of Canterbury, seeking an experienced and effective Procurement and Contracts Manager. A newly created position, the Procurement and Contracts Manager will play a pivotal role in optimizing the procurement processes, driving cost savings to ensure 'Best Value' is achieved, coupled with ensuring compliance regulations are maintained. Managing a Purchasing Assistant, you will lead on contract negotiations, manage supplier relationships and streamline current workflow for maximum efficiency. The successful candidate will be educated to GCSE level including English & Maths/ NVQ Level 4 or equivalent. You will be experienced in leading a procurement function in an organisation of a similar size. You will have established and managed contracts across a range of goods and services whilst developing strong working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. A CIPS Diploma is desirable. In return, you will be working in the beautiful grounds of this school and you will receive free lunch during term time, a competitive contributory pension, life assurance and a number of salary sacrifice employee benefits. This is a full time, on site, all year through working basis. Closing date for applications: Noon Friday 3rd May 2024 Dedicate Recruitment operates as a recruitment agency on behalf of permanent staff and as a recruitment business for temporary workers. In applying for this post, you agree to our T&C’s, Disclaimer and Privacy Policy found on our website