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🥝 Procurement and Contracts Partner
TKAT | sidcup, United-Kingdom | Posted May 28, 2026
Job Description
The Kemnal Academies Trust is looking to recruit a Procurement and Contracts Partner in Sidcup (Hybrid role). This is a full‑time permanent position.
What You’ll Do
- Lead & Deliver: Manage the end‑to‑end procurement lifecycle—from preparing fit‑for‑purpose tender documents to moderating submissions and awarding contracts.
- Advise: Act as subject‑matter expert for Headteachers, Business Managers and Senior Leadership on Public Contracts Regulations and Kemnal strategy.
- Negotiate: Interface with suppliers to drive down costs while maintaining high quality, and step in when performance levels don’t meet our standards.
- Innovate: Support sustainable procurement development and find technological tools to better manage contract compliance.
- Collaborate: Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure their specific school needs are met through robust contracts.
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