Procurement and Contracts Partner

The Kemnal Academies Trust is looking to recruit a Procurement and Contracts Partner in Sidcup (Hybrid role). This is a full‑time permanent position.

What You’ll Do

• Lead & Deliver: Manage the end‑to‑end procurement lifecycle—from preparing fit‑for‑purpose tender documents to moderating submissions and awarding contracts.
• Advise: Act as subject‑matter expert for Headteachers, Business Managers and Senior Leadership on Public Contracts Regulations and Kemnal strategy.
• Negotiate: Interface with suppliers to drive down costs while maintaining high quality, and step in when performance levels don’t meet our standards.
• Innovate: Support sustainable procurement development and find technological tools to better manage contract compliance.
• Collaborate: Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure their specific school needs are met through robust contracts.

Who You Are

• Qualified: CIPS Level 4 Diploma (or equivalent) and solid grasp of procurement systems and legislative requirements.
• Experienced: Successfully run procurement processes, developed evaluation criteria, and managed low‑to‑medium risk contracts.
• Analytical: Dive into complex statistical data to monitor costs, inflation and performance.
• Tech‑Savvy: Proficient with Google Suite and e‑tendering platforms.
• Mobile: Full driving licence and able to travel across regions to visit schools.

What We Offer

• Excellent ongoing CPD and training programmes.
• Coaching and mentoring from experienced leadership team.
• Friendly and supportive environment promoting work‑life balance.
• Opportunity to contribute to exciting development and innovative change.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Free eye tests.
• Employee Assistance Programme – free and confidential advice on a variety of subjects.

Hours

37 hours per week, Monday‑Friday.

Our Commitment – Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging

We are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together.

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