Strategic Procurement Lead – Education & Multi-Site Impact

Witherslack Group; Ulverston; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading special education provider in the UK is seeking a Procurement Manager to enhance its procurement strategy. You will lead procurement practices, ensuring compliance and delivering the best value across spend activities. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in procurement management, strong negotiation skills, and a focus on stakeholder engagement. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £50,000 along with extensive benefits including training, flexible holiday options, and wellbeing support.

Benefits

Base salary up to £50,000

7 weeks' holiday

CIPS training after probation

Flexible benefits package

Medical cover

Wellbeing tools

Workplace with excellent facilities

£1,000 bonus for recommending a friend

Qualifications

• Proven procurement management experience within multi-site organisations.
• Ability to manage multiple categories and deliver tender processes.
• Strong stakeholder and end-user focus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage tender documentation and support evaluations.
• Liaise with stakeholders and provide advice.
• Manage supplier contracts and spend reports.

Skills

Procurement management experience

Negotiating commercial contracts

Stakeholder focus

Project management capability

Identifying procurement risks

Organisational skills

Job description

A leading special education provider in the UK is seeking a Procurement Manager to enhance its procurement strategy. You will lead procurement practices, ensuring compliance and delivering the best value across spend activities. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in procurement management, strong negotiation skills, and a focus on stakeholder engagement. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £50,000 along with extensive benefits including training, flexible holiday options, and wellbeing support.