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We're partnering with a leading not-for-profit organisation supporting the UK education sector to appoint multiple Procurement Consultants based in Northampton/Milton Keynes. This is your chance to join a registered charity that helps schools, colleges, and universities procure smarter, while reinvesting every penny of surplus back into education through grants, training, and resources. You'll work as a procurement consultant, directly supporting educational institutions across the UK, managing tenders, delivering procurement consultancy services, helping them buy compliantly and cost-effectively. Real impact, real variety, real purpose.
Job Responsibility:
Deliver end-to-end procurement services, from strategic sourcing advice through to tender management and contract award
Manage tender exercises including ITT preparation, bid evaluation, and supplier selection
Provide consultancy services such as spend analysis, contract management, procurement strategy development, and compliance advice
Support clients using compliant procurement frameworks and help them navigate the Procurement Act 2023 and PCR
Conduct onsite procurement support for institutions with resource challenges
Work across a variety of categories such as FM services, IT, catering and professional services
Deliver training and guidance on procurement best practices to client stakeholders
Requirements:
1+ year procurement experience with exposure to end-to-end procurement
Experience or exposure to bids and managing tenders
Public sector experience highly desirable (education sector is a bonus)
Knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 and Public Contracts Regulations (or eager to learn)
Client management or stakeholder engagement experience
Category experience in FM, IT, catering, or professional services (ideal but not essential)
CIPS not required-they'll support you in getting qualified
Willingness to learn and genuine passion for supporting education
What we offer:
CIPS qualification fully funded - They'll sponsor your CIPS membership, cover exam costs, and support your professional development from day one