Are your supplier-building skills and strategic thinking ready to make a positive impact across our university community?
About the role
Under the guidance of the Procurement Manager and as a member of the team, you will be responsible for the delivery and continuous development of a customer focused, cost effective and efficient administrative support service.
You will:
For this role, you will need to be on site 3 days a week. Although we can accommodate working from home for this role, flexibility to be on-site will be expected due to business needs.
For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Miranda Carder: by email at miranda.carder@plymouth.ac.uk
Please note: We’re currently unable to sponsor this role under the Skilled Worker visa route. However, we welcome all applicants, as other visa options may be available.
What we’re looking for:
For more information about the job and the person specification, please refer to the job description.
About us
Working in the University's procurement team means making a real impact. As a major anchor institution, the university drives local growth by promoting diverse spending with SMEs and sustainable suppliers. At the same time, the team supports the value for money agenda, balancing quality, cost, and long-term benefits for students, staff, and the wider community. It’s a role where strategic decisions create positive change
Application Process
Please apply online, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training, and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.
Following the closing date of the vacancy, you will be notified on the outcome of your application in due course.
Anticipated Interview Date: To be confirmed
Our Offer
A successful external candidate for this position would be employed by the University of Plymouth Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Plymouth. Employees of the University of Plymouth Services Limited work alongside the University of Plymouth colleagues in delivery of Plymouth’s strategic vision, and will adopt the University of Plymouth’s HR policies and procedures in full unless otherwise stated.
When joining us, you will receive:
A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed here.
Additional Information
The University of Plymouth is an inclusive community where everyone is welcomed regardless of their background. To find out more about our inclusive community initiatives, such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter, please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages.