Job Title: Procurement Manager

Department: Finance

Reporting to: Head of Finance

Salary: Management Scale points 0 - 6,  £40,875 - £48,876 per annum subject to progression criteria**

Annual Leave: 36 per annum plus statutory Bank Holidays

Contractual hours: 37 hrs per week

Basis: Full time, Maternity Cover

Pension: Local Government Pension Scheme

Location: Middlesbrough College Main Campus, TS2 1AD

** **Postholder must hold a level 5 CIPS qualification to progress above point 3. *

The Role 

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Procurement Manager to play a pivotal role in delivering best value and robust governance across the College. This is a senior, hands-on role with responsibility for leading major tendering and contract renewal projects, advising budget holders on compliant routes to market, and acting as the central point of contact for procurement advice and support. You will ensure procurement activity meets regulatory and financial requirements, oversee contract and spend management, and lead the Purchase Ledger team to deliver accurate, timely payments and reconciliations, supporting strong financial control and audit compliance across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities 

• Leading on major tendering projects, identifying best routes to market, assisting budget holders with their requirements, producing tender documentation, performing tender evaluations and finalising contract awards.
• To act as the main point of contact for procurement across the College, offering assistance, support and advice to College budget-holders in respect of best value solutions together with the College Procurement Procedures and Policies.
• The forward planning of contract renewals, managing and running mini tenders/competitions, always ensuring compliance of procurement and regulatory frameworks.
• To ensure that the central Contracts Database is regularly maintained and the monitoring of spend against contracts awarded is reported periodically.
• To ensure that records of quotations/tenders are appropriately and accurately maintained, filed and retained.
• To manage the College’s Purchase Ledger team, training and deploying staff to ensure consistent cover for all key tasks in the area.

Qualifications 

• Grade C or above in Maths and English (or equivalent) - Essential
• CIPS Level 5 (or working towards) - Essential (to progress past point 3)
• A commitment to undertake any mandatory training relevant to the role - Essential

Knowledge & Skills:  

• Knowledge of Computerised Purchasing, Requisition and Financial Recording systems
• Knowledge of Procurement best practice and frameworks
• Knowledge of Public Sector procurement including the Procurement Act 2023
• Ability to manage and motivate other staff

Experience:  

• Experience in a similar procurement role, including the management and awarding of contracts
• Experience of supervising and the performance management of staff
• Experience of working in a busy office environment
• Experience of working in the education sector - desirable

Please see the person specification for full details.

We are currently advertising this role via Imperial Recruitment group. Please contact Anthony Antoniou for any information regarding the role at, anthony@imperialrecruitmentgroup.com. 

All applications and candidate details will be forwarded to Imperial Recruitment to handle. By submitting your application, you are consenting to us sharing your data with Imperial. 

To learn more about working at Middlesbrough College, please visit our  Work For Us page.

For further details and to discuss the role in more detail, please contact  Joanna Stephenson, Head of Finance on JN.Stephenson@mbro.ac.uk

Are you ready to make your mark? 

If you’re looking to join a team that cares about their staff wellbeing, values their personal development and works with them to have a positive impact on student experience, come to Middlesbrough College!

About Middlesbrough College

Middlesbrough College is a leading provider of education and training in the North East, offering A-levels, vocational courses, apprenticeships, and degree-level qualifications. With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to staff development, we’re proud to create opportunities for learners and colleagues alike, fostering an environment where everyone can grow, thrive, and make a real difference.

Why Join Us? 

• Family-friendly policies: flexible hours and a supportive work environment
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): confidential support including counselling, legal and financial advice.
• Funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training, and paid volunteering days
• Access to discounted hair and beauty treatments at our onsite salon.
• College benefit scheme – College Extras
• Up to 15% cashback at top retailers & restaurants
• Discounted gift cards for big brands
• Home & tech upgrades via salary sacrifice
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discounted onsite car parking.

Our Vision, Mission and Values 

Across our campus and community, Middlesbrough College is driven by a clear vision, mission, and values that not only shape what we do for students—but also make us a great place to work, grow, and thrive. Find out more here.

Safeguarding Our Students 

Middlesbrough College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students. All staff are expected to share this commitment. If you’re successful, you’ll be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. All posts at Middlesbrough College involve regulated activity and are therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The amendments to the ROA 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975, (amended 2013 and 2020)) mean that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. The MOJ’s guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications, related exceptions and further information.

Please be aware that it is a Criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

Right to work 

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Recruitment Process 

Applications may be shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged.  We reserve the right to begin interviews and close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.

Equality & Diversity 

Middlesbrough College is an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and make recruitment decisions based on skills and experience. As a Disability Confident employer, we actively support applicants with disabilities.

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