Regional Procurement Manager

OneSchool Global; Coventry; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

OneSchool Global UK is seeking a seasoned Regional Procurement Manager to lead a strategic, commercial and data‑driven procurement function across 23 campuses. You will shape strategy, personally drive sourcing activity, and negotiate with suppliers to deliver measurable value and risk management.

The role reports to the Regional Director of Operations and requires strong stakeholder influence, contract management and cross‑functional collaboration to support long‑term organisational objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience operating in a complex or multi-site environment.
• Substantial end-to-end procurement and tendering experience.
• Ability to manage senior stakeholder relationships and influence decisions.
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
• Experience managing contracts, suppliers and procurement risk.
• Track record delivering commercial outcomes.
• Experience in education, charities, the public sector or regulated environments is valuable.

Responsibilities

• Developing and delivering the regional procurement strategy and pipeline.
• Leading tenders, sourcing exercises and supplier negotiations.
• Building strong supplier and contract management frameworks.
• Driving measurable commercial value and efficiencies.
• Strengthening procurement governance, compliance and assurance.
• Managing supplier and supply chain risk.
• Providing expert procurement advice to senior stakeholders.
• Developing procurement capability and best practice across the organisation.

Skills

End-to-end procurement

Tendering

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Contract management

Cost savings

Strategic planning

Risk management

Education

MCIPS or equivalent procurement qualification

Job description

At OneSchool Global UK, we're creating a more strategic, commercial and data-driven approach to procurement across our network of 23 campuses and Regional Support Office. We're looking for an experienced Regional Procurement Manager to lead that journey and establish a visible, value-focused procurement function that delivers meaningful impact across the organisation. This is a senior, hands‑on role that combines strategic thinking with practical delivery. Reporting to the Regional Director of Operations, you will shape procurement strategy while personally leading key sourcing activity, supplier negotiations, contract management and continuous improvement initiatives.

About The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially-minded procurement professional who wants the scope to influence how procurement is delivered across a complex, multi‑site organisation. You will work closely with senior stakeholders across Operations, Finance, IT, Facilities and People functions to strengthen governance, improve supplier performance, drive value for money and ensure procurement decisions support long‑term organisational objectives.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and delivering the regional procurement strategy and pipeline
• Leading tenders, sourcing exercises and supplier negotiations
• Building strong supplier and contract management frameworks
• Driving measurable commercial value and efficiencies
• Strengthening procurement governance, compliance and assurance
• Managing supplier and supply chain risk
• Providing expert procurement advice to senior stakeholders
• Developing procurement capability and best practice across the organisation

This role is about far more than transactional purchasing. We are looking for someone who can challenge constructively, influence decision‑making and create a procurement function that delivers genuine commercial value and operational benefit.

About You

You will be a confident procurement professional with experience operating in a complex or multi‑site environment and a proven track record of delivering commercial outcomes.

We're looking for someone who:

• Has substantial end‑to‑end procurement and tendering experience
• Can successfully manage senior stakeholder relationships and influence decisions
• Brings strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Has experience managing contracts, suppliers and procurement risk
• Enjoys identifying opportunities for savings, value creation and service improvement
• Can balance strategic planning with hands‑on delivery
• Has the confidence to challenge established ways of working and drive positive change
• Is passionate about building effective procurement processes that deliver measurable results

Experience within education, charities, the public sector or another regulated environment would be particularly valuable. MCIPS status or equivalent professional procurement expertise is highly desirable.

Why you’ll love working with us

At OneSchool Global, we’re committed to helping our educators grow, succeed, and reach their full potential. As part of our team, you’ll benefit from:

• A competitive salary, staff laptop, free breakfast and lunches and on‑site free parking
• 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays
• Workplace pension and Staff referral scheme for OSG UK colleagues.
• Collaborate with fellow OSG educators across the UK and around the world.
• High‑quality, technology‑empowered working environments.
• Strong career advancement opportunities.

About OSG

OneSchool Global is one of the world’s largest, truly global schools, with over 8000 students, 120+ campuses and 2000 staff operating across 20 countries. Our innovative approach to education emphasises self‑directed learning, where students take initiative and responsibility for their learning journey. In the UK, we have 23 campuses spanning across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

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Our safeguarding statement

OneSchool Global UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The postholder is responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils in accordance with the school’s safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including the appropriate criminal records and barred list checks, online searches, references, and verification of identity, right to work, qualifications, and employment history, in line with relevant UK safeguarding legislation and guidance. This post is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders legislation and applicants are required to disclose any convictions or cautions that are not protected under the applicable filtering rules. Any criminal record information disclosed will be considered fairly and in accordance with relevant legislation.

OneSchool Global UK is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all suitably qualified candidates and fostering a culture where safeguarding is embedded at every level. All staff receive regular safeguarding training, and our policies reflect current UK legislation and statutory guidance.

Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.