[240501] Head of Procurement and Contracts

The Head of Procurement & Contracts is a brand new role that will lead on the end-to-end procurement process, managing projects for complex activities, delivering the best possible commercial outcomes for the Trust. In addition, the postholder will provide best-in-class procurement advice and support to the business through effective stakeholder engagement and management, supporting in the delivery of the procurement cost reduction opportunities that quickly and effectively achieve cost saving targets across the portfolio.

This is a great opportunity to join an organisation that is committed to embedding robust and legislatively compliant practices, policies and processes across all areas of procurement and contracts management.

Do you have a background in procurement and contracts management? Are you a dynamic and innovative individual, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to lead on large-scale projects to deliver successful outcomes?, We are seeking a qualified, dynamic and innovative individual with strong interpersonal skills and an extensive background in procurement and contracts management, with the ability to lead on large scale projects to deliver successful outcomes.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience in procurement and contract management. Other skills, knowledge and experience we are looking for include:

• Fully qualified (CIPS)


• At least three years post professional qualification experience


• Strong focus on controls and processes and a high attention to detail, Those we recruit are able to demonstrate that they share our values, are highly motivated to work with colleagues, within and beyond their school, to continuously develop their skills and pursue professional excellence.
  
  Reach South is a young and developing Trust which operates across the South West of England with the aim of delivering all through 3-19 education. We operate seventeen academies in Plymouth, Exeter, Bournemouth, Dorset, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire. We are building this Trust on a clear set of values, behaviours and curriculum principles. At the heart of those values and principles is a belief in our young people and a determination to support them to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes to become the successful citizens for today and all of their tomorrows.


Our core business is delivering exceptional education for children and young people with a mission to help all pupils aspire to achieve beyond the expectations that others put on them. We do this through the development of a talented and committed workforce. In order to deliver exceptional opportunities for learning, we need highly motivated staff across all parts of the organisation.

You will be working as part of a dynamic, committed team in a role which offers high job satisfaction and the chance to make a real difference to the children and families you work with.

We recognise what our people do and how hard they work, and we believe in giving back. You will have access to a range of benefits and opportunities, including:

• Competitive salary and LGPS pension


• Great career and development opportunities in a growing school


• A wide professional network as part of the Reach South family


• Employee Assistance Programme, including free 24/7 counselling and information line


• Wellbeing schemes, including Cycle to Work scheme and gym discounts


• Free will-writing service


• Lifestyle savings and discounts