The Procurement Services Team is part of the Finance, Estates & Commercial Services Professional Service, contributing to the University 2030 People, Purpose, Place strategy. We are looking to appoint a new team member to support our two key pillars of activity, covering Estates/Commercial Services and Business Services/IT.
This role will align with one of the two pillars, working to achieve objectives in support of Strategy 2030, and take responsibility for either the Purpose or Place strategy element of our strategic Procurement plan. Experience in IT/software procurement would be advantageous.
The procurement team is responsible for circa £100 - £120 million non-pay (exc. capital) expenditure across the University. This post will contribute to making the procurement team an integral strategic function, delivering Value for Money outcomes for both capital and revenue expenditure, as well as championing sustainability and equality initiatives.
About you
We are seeking a self-motivated and highly organised individual to carry out category management and procurement activities. Liaising with stakeholders, identifying routes to market, sourcing suppliers, managing tenders, monitoring performance, and ensuring legal compliance are all part of this role.
You will be responsible for a wide range of procurement and category management activities, including category management, developing tender plans, and contract and supplier relationship management. A broad understanding of public sector sourcing arrangements is required, and experience of public procurement rules would be an advantage.
You will be educated to degree level or equivalent and ideally be a member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply. Experienced in complex procurement, working with multiple stakeholders, you will be decisive, focused on priorities, goal-driven, and able to effectively manage competing demands for your time.
What we offer
We offer a wide range of employee benefits, including progressive pay rates, generous annual leave, and career average pension schemes, as well as retail savings, onsite nursery, and opportunities for training and personal development.
We are proud to be part of a vibrant, multicultural city that celebrates diversity, and we are always looking for talented people from all backgrounds to join us. We particularly encourage applications from global majority candidates and welcome applications from those who identify as having a disability.
How to apply
If you would like to speak to us to find out more about this role, please contact Helen Baker, Procurement Director. To apply, please complete our application form, telling us how your skills and experience relate to the requirements of this role.
UWE Bristol is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to equal pay and currently subscribe to the Disability Confident scheme.
Please note that the University has a legal responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. You will therefore be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.
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