Interim School Procurement Officer

PRG; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in East Midlands is seeking an Interim Procurement Officer for a 3-6 month contract. The role involves managing procurement processes, liaising with suppliers, and ensuring compliance. Ideal candidates will have operational procurement experience, preferably in education, and be available immediately. The position offers a flexible hybrid model with a competitive daily rate.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of procurement experience, ideally within an education environment.
• Experience working with local authority is also considered.
• Must be immediately available.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day procurement for the operations team.
• Obtain quotes and oversee supplier relationships.
• Ensure compliance and support cost-effective purchasing.

Skills

Procurement experience in operational roles

Ability to work independently

Strong liaison skills with external agencies

Job description

Interim School Procurement Officer

East Midlands

Immediate start for 3‑6 months

Paid on a daily rate

We are supporting an education provider looking for an Interim Procurement Officer to join them immediately for a 3‑6 month contract, paid on a competitive daily rate.

As the Interim Procurement Officer, you will sit with their operations team and manage day‑to‑day procurement. This will include obtaining quotes, overseeing supplier relationships, ensuring compliance, and supporting cost‑effective purchasing.

5 days per week, hybrid model with minimum 2 days onsite. Hours flexible, 8:30am‑4:30pm.

Candidate Profile

• Procurement experience in an operational, hands‑on role
• Education experience strongly preferred; Local Authority experience also considered
• Ability to work independently and liaise with external agencies
• Immediately available