Procurement Administrator

Behind every great lesson is a central team ensuring our schools have the resources and services they need. As a specialist in procurement administration here, you aren't just processing paperwork - you are establishing the operational foundations that allow our school leaders to focus on teaching. In this exciting new role you will serve as the administrative hub for our central procurement function, ensuring seamless communication across all Trust schools. This is a hybrid all year round role working 15 hours over 2 or 3 days Tuesday to Thursday with office-based and home working. Alternative working patterns will be considered on request.

Responsibilities

Serve as the administrative hub for the central procurement function; Ensure seamless communication across all Trust schools; Lead the transition of contract records from Excel into the Multiquote database; Establish automated review schedules for contract records; Coordinate Tender Working Parties; Manage weekly procurement updates; Maintain collaborative relationships with key stakeholders including School Business Managers

Requirements

Proven experience in data migration, database management, and maintaining structured digital filing systems; Outstanding accuracy and attention to detail, with the ability to maintain clean data standards during system transitions; Strong communication skills, with a collaborative approach to supporting School Business Managers and central colleagues; High-level organisational skills to track master project deadlines and flag potential operational delays early; Confidence in administering tender documentation, preparing standard contracts, and coordinating cross-trust working parties

Benefits

Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS); Support for role-specific CPLD, formal professional qualifications, and clear developmental pathways; 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme; Funded health perks; Genuine hybrid flexibility