Interim Procurement Manager
United Kingdom
Upon request
Education
- Paige Gillies
- Lead Principal Consultant
A well‑established Education provider is seeking an Interim Procurement Manager to provide short-term support and ensure robust, compliant procurement activity across the trust.
The opportunity
This is a hybrid interim assignment, ideal for someone who can quickly assess current procurement activity, bring structure and pace, and support operational delivery across multiple schools/services.
Key responsibilities
- Lead day‑to‑day procurement activity, ensuring value for money and timely delivery
- Review and improve procurement processes, documentation and controls
- Support compliant purchasing (including tendering/quotations where required)
- Stakeholder management across central services and school leaders
- Provide clear reporting on savings, risk, and pipeline activity
What we’re looking for
- Proven experience in procurement (public sector and/or education experience preferred)
- Strong understanding of compliant procurement and practical process improvement
- Confident communicator who can work with a range of stakeholders
- Able to start quickly and operate effectively on‑site
Contract details
- Role: Interim Procurement Manager
- Contract: Interim
- Working pattern: Hybrid- On site requirements on Monday and Tuesday
- Duration: From Immediately until 30th July.
- Location: East Midlands
How to apply
Please send a CV outlining relevant procurement/interim experience and availability.
Disclaimer: Any remuneration stated in this advertisement is indicative and will be dependent on the successful candidate’s experience, skills and qualifications. Final remuneration will be agreed with the successful candidate and will be subject to the terms of the contract.
