We are seeking an experienced procurement professional to join a collaborative university procurement team, supporting academic departments and research teams with their day-to-day purchasing needs.This is a front-facing, service-led role focused on helping non-procurement colleagues buy compliantly, efficiently, and with value for money in mind.

About the Role

You will act as the main procurement contact for departments and research teams, providing practical advice and support across a wide range of purchasing needs.

A key feature of this role is managing high volumes of low-value transactions which collectively represent significant spend and operational importance.You may support everything from specialist teaching resources and research equipment to travel, operational supplies, or sourcing niche suppliers for events and productions — ensuring suppliers are onboarded and purchases completed compliantly.This role delivers procurement as a practical service, not a gatekeeping function.

Key Responsibilities

Advise academics and staff on compliant procurement routes

Support diverse purchasing requirements across teaching & research

Source suppliers and secure best value solutions

Explain frameworks, thresholds, and procedures clearly

Support transactional procurement and ensure compliance

Build trusted relationships and provide practical guidance

About You

We are looking for someone who:

✔ Holds MCIPS

✔ Has Higher education procurement experience

or strong public sector experience supporting non-procurement stakeholders

✔ Has experience managing high-volume, low-value purchasing

✔ Is confident explaining procurement processes in plain language

✔ Enjoys working directly with stakeholders and solving varied requests

✔ Takes a practical, service-oriented approach

P;EASE NOTE: Candidates focused primarily on high-value tenders or narrow category management will not be the right fit.

Why Join Us?

✔ Hybrid working (2 days onsite)

✔ Generous annual leave & excellent pension

✔ Supportive and collaborative team

✔ Varied role with real impact on teaching & research

✔ Strong work–life balanceIf you enjoy working with people, solving diverse procurement challenges, and delivering procurement as a service, we would love to hear from you as soon as possible.