Procurement Manager
* Reports to: Financial Controller
* Location: Staffordshire
* Salary: Competitive Salary
* Type: Permanent, Part-time
Dovetail and Slate are recruiting on behalf of a leading education provider based in Staffordshire who need someone to ideally start immediately.
Role Purpose
* Ensure the organisation secures the best value when purchasing goods and services.
* Create and improve procurement policies and systems to save money and comply with regulations.
* Ensure all purchasing activities follow internal policies and legal requirements.
Primary Duties
* Develop and oversee clear procurement policies and ensure they are properly followed.
* Provide helpful and cost-effective support to staff for their purchasing needs.
* Review and implement strategies to achieve better value by reducing the number of suppliers.
* Manage formal tendering processes for major purchases.
* Maintain oversight of key contracts and keep an up-to-date list of approved suppliers.
* Monitor supplier performance and suggest improvements where necessary.
Requirements
1. Hold a Level 4 qualification in procurement and supply (such as CIPS Level 4).
2. Be proficient in Mi...