At a Glance
- Tasks: Support technology purchasing and budget management while collaborating with various teams.
- Company: Join a leading university focused on sustainability and digital innovation.
- Benefits: Flexible working, generous holiday allowance, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Embrace a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion in a dynamic workplace.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in enhancing digital services during an exciting growth phase.
- Qualifications: Experience in procurement or administrative roles, ideally in tech or education sectors.
The predicted salary is between 16000 - 17000 £ per year.
Job Description IT Purchasing Coordinator Part time (17.5 hrs/wk), fixed term for up to 12 months Based Horizons (Reading, Berkshire) with some flexibility to work from home each week Salary range £16,000 to £17,000 pa (£32,000 to £34,000 pa FTE) plus benefits A brilliant opportunity has arisen for someone to join our busy Technology team as we look to enhance our digital services.
This brand-new role offers the chance to make a real impact, ensuring value for money, supporting investment decisions and enabling the successful delivery of technology services across the University.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building strong relationships, improving processes and working collaboratively with a range of stakeholders.
You'll play a vital role in supporting strategic technology initiatives during an exciting period of growth and change at the University.
Support budget management by monitoring expenditure, assisting with forecasting, and ensuring procurement activity aligns with approved budgets Support purchasing of technology goods and services, including software, hardware, and third-party services Work collaboratively with the Finance team to ensure compliance with the procurement policy and financial controls Our main requirements: Training or certification related to: Public sector or regulated procurement, Governance, assurance, or compliance, or equivalent demonstrable experience A relevant qualification in: Procurement/Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or Commerce, or equivalent professional experience in a procurement or commercial role Experience in a purchasing or administrative support role, ideally within technology, education, or public/regulated sectors At University of the Built Environment we expect employees to demonstrate our values: We are a long-standing and leading provider of supported online education with a long-term ambition to be the worlds most sustainable university.
At The London School of Architecture, our students study onsite.
Staff wellbeing and work-life balance are a priority for us, with flexible working arrangements and a generous holiday allowance amongst some of our key employee benefits.
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSIONWe champion equality, diversity, and inclusion in our workforce.
We celebrate diversity and the strengths it brings to our staff body, our student community and our Board of Trustees, recognising that people are key to our success.
Procurement Coordinator Specialist - It & employer: University of the Built Environment
At the University of the Built Environment, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and work-life balance. With flexible working arrangements, generous holiday allowances, and a commitment to professional growth, our team members are empowered to make meaningful contributions while enjoying a fulfilling career in a dynamic educational environment. Join us in shaping the future of technology services and be part of a community that values passion, integrity, excellence, and support.
Contact Details:
University of the Built Environment Recruitment Team
