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You will work as an Operational Buyer in the busy Procurement Hub, using the Oracle Financial System to raise requisitions and convert them into purchase orders in line with the University’s ‘procure to pay’ process.
The role requires ensuring requisitions and orders comply with the University’s Financial Regulations, Procedures, and Purchasing Policy, with purchase orders issued accurately and promptly. You will perform system housekeeping tasks such as reviewing and processing requisitions and purchase orders, following up on those over three months old, and closing or correcting records as needed.
You will liaise with colleagues across the University, providing general advice on Oracle to ensure orders are issued, received, paid, and properly recorded. You will also work with other systems used within the Procurement Hub.
The ideal candidate will be well-organized, accurate, numerate, and experienced with Oracle Financials, MS Office Suite, especially Excel and Access. You should work well within a team and demonstrate good communication skills.
What you will get in return:
* Market-leading pension scheme
* Employee health and wellbeing services, including an Employee Assistance Programme
* Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
* Additional paid closure over Christmas
* Discounts at major retailers
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements may be considered.
Please note that we cannot respond to enquiries or accept CVs/applications from recruitment agencies, except through specified contacts. Candidates must demonstrate their right to work in the UK, as this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.
Enquiries about the vacancy:
* Name: Matthew Hearn
* Email: matthew.hearn@manchester.ac.uk
General enquiries: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk
Technical support: https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home
This vacancy closes at midnight on the specified deadline. Please see the Further Particulars document for the person specification criteria.
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