At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage procurement processes and ensure value for money for the University.
- Company: Join a leading university's Procurement Service with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Flexible hybrid working, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Work in a modern hub designed for collaboration and flexibility.
- Why this job: Be part of a transformative team that drives efficiency and excellence in procurement.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and a passion for customer service.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 £ per year.
The Procurement Service forms part of the University's Professional Services function and delivers a centralised procurement and purchasing activity to the entire organisation. The department is currently split between the Purchasing Team, who are responsible for the day-to-day tactical procurement, and the Category Team, who are responsible for strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management. The department is responsible for the procurement of all goods and services for the University and driving value for money, using strategic sourcing strategies within a category management framework.
Under the stewardship of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Procurement Service and colleagues in Finance have recently implemented Oracle Fusion for financials and eProcurement, which offers exciting opportunities to transform the processes and practices in place to further support the department's desire to be best in sector.
The Procurement Service is located at Boldon House (near the Arnison Centre), this is a flagship building and the University's first ever professional service hub. The building has been designed with flexible hybrid working in mind and fully supports the University's Hybrid Working Policy.
The Purchasing Practitioner will be required to cope with multiple deadlines in a calm and efficient manner, providing excellent customer service and encouraging stakeholder engagement.
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