We are seeking to appoint an ambitious and proactive Purchasing Manger to work at Matrix Academy Trust’s Head Office in Walsall.

This is a great opportunity to join an evolving and growing finance department within a thriving trust. The Purchasing Manager will provide leadership and management to the Accounts Payable team, supporting all schools within the Trust ensuring pupils education remains priority.

Some of the main duties of this role will include developing and monitoring procedures and processes, providing KPI data to the Finance Manager and ensuring deadlines are met by the team whilst ensuring internal controls are followed in accordance with the Financial Procedures manual

About You:

The successful candidate will hold a key management role within the Trust Head Office. Skills and experience required for the job are:

• Experience of working within a similar role and line managing a team for a minimum of 2 years;
• Having an understanding of accounting processes and procedures;
• Having the ability to work in a busy role that demands high levels of concentration;
• An excellent level of competence in computerised accounting software.

Please see the job description for comprehensive list of the exact duties and person specification.

About us:

It is an exciting time to join an expanding and thriving Trust. Our central Head Office supports seven Academies across the West Midlands with over 800 staff employed and 7,000 pupils. We always say ‘if it’s not good enough for our own families it’s not good enough for our pupils’ and we really mean what we say. Every child deserves an exceptional education.

We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse.

For any further information, please contact our Finance Director Louise Silver on lsilver@matrixacademytrust.co.uk or if you are ready to apply, please complete our application form.

Application Deadline: 11 May 2025

Please note that suitable candidates will be called for interview and we reserve the right to remove any advertised role early.

Matrix Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and preemployment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education