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Position Details
* Role: Buyer
* Location: Southampton
* Type: Permanent, Full-time (37 hours/week)
About us
The National Oceanography Centre (NOC) is the UK’s leading institution for coastal and deep ocean research. We focus on innovative research and collaboration to deepen understanding of our oceans and support societal, economic, and environmental solutions.
About the role
The Buyer supports procurement activities, working with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and compliant purchase orders, sourcing, supplier management, and value for money. The role involves working with internal teams to ensure procurement best practices, managing the P2P process, and supporting projects to enhance procurement services.
About you
We seek an experienced Buyer with a strategic mindset, excellent negotiation skills, and familiarity with public procurement and the Procurement Act 2023. You should be detail-oriented, well-organized, and proficient with Microsoft Office and ERP systems (preferably UNIT4).
Why NOC?
Benefits include 30 days’ leave plus holidays, Employee Assistance Programme, flexible benefits, Cycle2Work scheme, social events, and being a Living Wage Employer.
Location & Working Arrangements
Based in Southampton with hybrid working options (up to 2 days remote). Support for visa and relocation is available.
Application Process
Apply online with your CV and cover letter. For assistance, contact careers@noc.ac.uk or call 07355 676794. Ensure you review the job description and person specification before applying.
Equal Opportunity
We promote diversity and inclusion, considering all candidates based on their qualifications and experience. We offer a guaranteed interview for candidates with disabilities who meet minimum criteria.
Posted: 02/05/2025. Closing date: 30/05/2025 (may close earlier). No agency applications accepted.
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