At the Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST), we are united in our mission to help girls learn without limits so they can lead lives without limits. With 24 independent schools and two academies, we are proud of our history and ambitious about our future.
We are now looking for an experienced and motivated Procurement Manager to join our central Procurement team. This is a varied and high-impact role where you will be responsible for delivering a best-in-class service across the Trust. You’ll work closely with colleagues at our Trust Office and in schools, helping to secure best value for money, achieve economies of scale, and support the success of our schools.
In This Role You Will
* Manage procurement activity across a wide range of categories, including catering, cleaning, IT, HR, facilities and specialist educational services
* Oversee and optimise key Trust-wide frameworks such as transport, uniforms, MFDs and insurance
* Lead tenders, contract renewals and supplier negotiations, working in partnership with our Finance and Legal teams
* Support GDST’s transformation, merger and acquisition projects by carrying out detailed contract reviews and due diligence
* Promote best practice, build strong supplier relationships and identify opportunities for efficiencies and cost savings
About You
We are seeking someone who brings strong procurement expertise across multiple categories, excellent supplier and stakeholder management skills, and a track record of running tenders and contract negotiations end-to-end. Fully CIPS qualified (or equivalent experience), you will be confident working in a complex, multi-site organisation and bring the interpersonal and analytical skills to deliver results at pace.
Who We Are
The Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST) is the UK’s leading group of 24 independent girls’ schools and two academies across England and Wales. We educate around 19,000 students and employ 4,000 staff, all united for a shared purpose: to help girls learn without limits, so they can go on to lead lives without limits and make the world a better place for us all.
The organisation’s values serve as guiding principles:
- We put girls first
- We think and act fearlessly
- We embrace a forward-thinking mindset that shapes the educational offer for girls
- We are a family of schools
- We provide careers that are fulfilling and purposeful for our staff
As recognised global leaders in girls’ education, we combine 153 years of expertise and experience with a progressive and pace-setting vision for the future. We are dedicated to giving our students the tools to thrive, offering them access to innovative educational practices, excellent facilities, and an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued.
Why Join Us
As part of the GDST, the UK's leading network of independent girls' schools, we can offer a variety of benefits, such as:
- Competitive salaries and pay progression
- Access to extensive professional development opportunities
- Training grants for qualifications
- A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
- Generous pension schemes
- Free life assurance benefit
- Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans
- A Cycle to Work scheme
- Competitive terms and conditions of employment
There are many other good reasons to work with us. Each of our schools and our Trust Office has its own sense of community, and you’ll be part of it. You’ll be part, too, of the wider GDST family. You’ll be in the company of some of the best and brightest people in independent education. Most importantly, no matter what your role, you’ll be playing a major part in the highly regarded education we give our girls.
How To Apply
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The closing date for applications is 3rd November 2025 at 10am.
First stage interviews will take place during the week commencing 10th November 2025.
Our Commitment
The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change. We want every colleague to feel valued, respected and supported, and we actively welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities.
We are equally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must therefore be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including online searches, checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
All candidates must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK.