Procurement Manager in Leicester

Location: Leicester, Leicestershire

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Salary: £49,221 to £53,826

Posted: 16th February 2026

Start Date: As Soon As Possible

Expires: 21st April 2026 11:59 PM

About the Role

Lionheart Educational Trust is seeking a strategic and experienced Procurement Manager to manage our procurement function. This pivotal role ensures compliance with the Procurement Act 2023, delivers value for money, and supports colleagues across the Trust with expert guidance on purchasing and contract management. You will be responsible for overseeing high-value contracts, maintaining transparency in procurement decisions, and ensuring robust financial and operational controls are in place.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain an up-to-date contract register and procurement activity plan.
• Provide expert advice on procurement and contract management to colleagues.
• Ensure compliance with internal delegation levels and public sector spending rules.
• Implement competitive procurement procedures aligned with the Trust’s financial framework.
• Develop and maintain internal guidance and training relationships with suppliers and legal advisors.
• Ensure compliance with UK legislation, public body requirements, and government frameworks.
• Actively manage key corporate contracts and procurement risks.
• Liaise with the Department for Education on procurement matters.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in procurement and contract management, ideally within the public or education sector.
• Strong understanding of the Procurement Act 2023 and public sector governance.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to develop and implement effective procurement policies and systems.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to risk and compliance.
• Be part of a forward-thinking and values-driven educational trust.
• Play a key role in shaping procurement strategy and governance.
• Work in a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Close Date: Monday 9th March 2026 at 9am

Interview Date: To be confirmed

This post is eligible for a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (i.e. it involves certain activities in relation to children and/or adults) and is defined as regulated activity under Part 1 of the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006. This post is designated as a regulated activity and requires enhanced criminal records check for a regulated activity (including a barred list check). We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks, therefore, all posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

The Trust strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where all staff have a seat at the table: a seat to be free, a seat to inspire, a seat to challenge and a seat to succeed. We currently have staff networks for staff who are Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME), Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer + (LGBTQ+), staff who would describe their background as working class and staff with a disability.

Safeguarding Statement

Lionheart Educational Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education we will do online checks for anyone who is shortlisted.