Trust Procurement Leader

Grade 4 - £38 220 - £41 771

Banked Hours plus 2 weeks 

12 Month fixed term 

Prince Albert Community Trust (PACT) is a forward-thinking Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) committed to enabling school leaders to focus on delivering excellence in teaching, learning, and standards. To support this mission, we are seeking a strategic and hands-on Trust Procurement Leader to oversee and develop our procurement function across the Trust. This is a 12-month fixed-term opportunity to play a pivotal role in safeguarding the Trust through effective procurement and contract management. 

You will lead procurement strategies across all categories, support schools in sourcing supplies and negotiating contracts, and identify cost-saving opportunities. The role ensures procurement aligns with Trust policies and external regulations, promotes ethical practices, and involves close collaboration with finance on budgeting and reporting. Strong working relationships across the Trust and with external stakeholders are essential, along with a commitment to professional development. The ideal candidate will have proven procurement experience, excellent negotiation and communication skills, a strategic mindset with a hands-on approach, and sound knowledge of procurement regulations.

PACT is relentless in the pursuit of excellence for all our stakeholders and firmly believe in the coaching model. We are passionate about children’s learning, creative in our approach and constantly reflective in our philosophy. Our family of schools consist of Prince Albert Primary School, Heathfield Primary School, Highfield J&I School, Birchfield Primary School, Sutton Park Primary, Lakey Lane Primary and PA High School.

What We Offer:

•           A nurturing and inclusive working environment

•           Opportunities for career progression within a growing MAT

•           A strong coaching culture and commitment to staff wellbeing

•           Access to high-quality training and development pathways

Benefits:

As a PACT employee you will have access to benefits listed below:

•           Health Cash Plan

•           Discounted gym membership

•           24/7 GP Helpline

•           Retail discounts and cashback

•           Free and confidential advice, information, and counselling service 

•           2.5 well-being days

If you believe you possess the qualities to take on this exciting challenge then we would be delighted to hear from you. If you would like to speak to discuss the role further, please feel free to get in touch by contacting the PACT HR department via HR@the-pact.co.uk where the HR team will make the necessary arrangements.

Further information about the school our outcomes and philosophy can be found on our Trust’s website: www.the-pact.co.uk. To apply for this role, please complete the online application through MyNewTerm.  

 “This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role”

We reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time without prior notice.

Closing date: 15 March 2026