Procurement & AP Lead: Strategy, Savings & Compliance

East Surrey College; Redhill; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two excellent pension schemes

Brilliant holiday package

Free onsite parking

Access to gym

Discounted spa and salon treatments

Job summary

A UK further education institution is seeking a Procurement & Accounts Payable Manager to lead its procurement strategy and oversee accounts payable operations. This role involves negotiating with suppliers, ensuring compliance, and training staff. The ideal candidate will have finance department experience and relevant qualifications. The position offers competitive salary and staff benefits including excellent pensions, holiday package, free parking, gym access, and spa treatments.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working within a finance department.
• Experienced Manager/Supervisor of Transactional Finance Staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement strategy, manage suppliers, contracts, and purchase orders.
• Analyse spend to drive savings, efficiency, and process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with financial controls, HMRC rules, and sustainability goals.
• Oversee accounts payable, including invoice processing, approvals, and payments.
• Resolve discrepancies, supplier queries, and monitor AP performance.
• Train and support staff on procurement and accounts payable best practices.

Skills

Supplier negotiation

Invoice processing

Process improvement

Education

Qualified Accountant (CCAB/CIMA) or AAT Level 4

Job description

A UK further education institution is seeking a Procurement & Accounts Payable Manager to lead its procurement strategy and oversee accounts payable operations. This role involves negotiating with suppliers, ensuring compliance, and training staff. The ideal candidate will have finance department experience and relevant qualifications. The position offers competitive salary and staff benefits including excellent pensions, holiday package, free parking, gym access, and spa treatments.