Operations Manager (Procurement & Contracts) - Fixed Term

Working alongside the current Operations Manager (Procurement & Contracts) you will help us develop sector-leading educational resources through our supply chain. We are a mission-led organisation that exists to improve pupil outcomes and close the disadvantage gap by raising the quality of the curriculum that teachers and pupils access.

If you want to do some of your life's best work for an organisation committed to closing the disadvantage gap and improving outcomes for all then this could be the role for you.

This is a temporary part-time role (up to 0.8 full time equivalent, Fixed Term for 12 months - open to a discussion on less hours for the right candidate).

You will:

• Lead the continuous improvement of multiple procurement and contract management processes/systems.
• Manage and maintain the Oak supply chain (7-figure budget) and all external contracts (approximately 200).
• Develop tender specifications to engage high quality suppliers, negotiating and implementing contracts.
• As a member of the Oak Team, contribute to the planning and culture of the organisation.
• Work in cross-functional and product-oriented squads with colleagues from across the organisation, as required.
• Deputise for Head of Operations and take on other general responsibilities as required .

You should have:

• 5+ years experience in leading the continuous improvement for procurement and contract management processes and systems. 
• Extensive knowledge of public sector procurement (service delivery) including holding or working towards a Chartered Institute for Procurement & Supply /International Association for Contract & Commercial Management/World Contracting & Commerce qualification. 
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to assess quantitative and qualitative feedback and make recommendations for action. 
• Outstanding stakeholder engagement and influencing skills with a track record in developing relationships and building rapport with a wide range of people.

Although not essential, experience in brokering and managing third-party copyright would be highly desirable.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THE ROLE EARLY.

We do things differently at Oak and are always looking to improve our ways of working and challenge the status quo. Why not join us and be part of an innovative organisation working to support teachers and improve pupils’ access to quality education?

We’re actively looking for candidates from diverse backgrounds to work with us to shape Oak’s future. Apply for this role through Applied, a hiring platform we use that’s designed to remove bias from the recruitment process and create a fair experience for everyone.

We offer flexible working where you can base yourself at home or in a co-working office of your choice; whichever works best for you. We work a 36-hour a week and most colleagues finish early on a Friday or take every other Friday back to ensure they keep a healthy work-life balance.