Procurement & Contracts Officer

Manor Hall Academy Trust, Stoke-On-Trent, ST4 2LW

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  Approx 01/04/2026

• Closing date

  30 January 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  16 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £33,699.00 - £38,220.00 Annually (Actual)

Procurement & Contracts Officer job summary

About the Role

Under the direction of the Chief Finance Officer, the Procurement and Contracts Officer will play a critical role in managing the procurement process for goods and services across our multi-academy trust. They will be responsible for sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring that all procurement activities are conducted in accordance with regulatory requirements and best practices.

Join a dynamic, driven, and supportive team dedicated to excellence in education. At Manor Hall Academy Trust, we're committed to fostering a positive work environment where every team member can thrive. As the Procurement and Contracts Officer you'll play a crucial role in our mission to support our staff and uphold the highest standards of contract management ensuring best practice and service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for a multi-academy trust, prioritising value for money.

• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers, emphasising sustainability and social value.

• Coordinate procurement processes and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.

• Monitor supplier performance, address issues promptly, and maintain accurate records.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, providing guidance and support in procurement activities.

• Stay updated on industry trends, manage contract renewals, and resolve disputes with suppliers.

We need someone with:

• Proven experience of contract management.

• Proven experience in procurement or purchasing, preferably in the education sector or a similar environment.

• A degree is desirable, but procurement and/or contract management qualifications, or significant, demonstrable experience in both areas, will be considered

• Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and other ICT systems.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.

Why Join Us?

• A supportive team environment where collaboration and innovation are encouraged.

• Comprehensive induction and training upon joining.

• Opportunities for professional development, including access to training programs.

• Potential enrolment in our Apprenticeship Programme, supported by the Trust.

• Excellent working environment.

• Hybrid working - 40% office 60% home / remote working

• Pay progression and recognition of continuous service.

• Generous local government pension scheme.

• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays

Apply Today

If you believe you are the perfect person for our Trust, we want to hear from you! If you would like to find out any more about this fabulous opportunity, then please email office@manorhall.academy and ask to book a call with Alec Smallwood.

Please note the successful candidate will be asked to complete a psychometric / professional online test.

Safeguarding Commitment

Manor Hall Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

By engaging in this recruitment process, shortlisted candidates consent to an online search, enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references prior to interview, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education Statutory Guidance 2025.

You will find our policies (including Safeguarding, Safer Recruitment and Disclosure of a Criminal Conviction) here Policies - Policies - Manor Hall Academy Trust

Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert early if we find the right candidate.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Manor Hall Academy Trust

• Type: Multi-academy trust
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/manor-hall-academy-trust

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