Vacancy Overview
Fixed-term contract (maternity leave cover) until 31 December 2024, 36.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE).
The Procurement and Insurance Services team is seeking to appoint a Procurement Operations Manager (Maternity Cover) to deliver operational processes in support of the Category Management Framework and Procurement Strategy.
Procurement at Warwick is diverse, exciting and challenging and offers the opportunity to make a real contribution to the University. We are looking for an individual who relishes this environment, who has experience of working within a Procurement function, with a proven track record in fostering effective relationships with stakeholders and supplier and broad understanding of effective category management. You will have a good understanding of the Purchase 2 Pay process, University procurement systems and procurement risk management and due diligence processes. You will be a strong communicator with exceptional organisational and time management skills with the ability to work within defined and robust procurement and audit procedures to drive best commercial outcomes.
In return we offer you an attractive rewards package including generous annual leave allowance, hybrid working (in line with broader Finance Office arrangements) and support for your career development. Finance staff across the University are networked as a professional community of expertise. You will be supported to continue your professional journey through access to Continuing Professional Development training opportunities, sector networks and regular Finance Office briefings. As a member of staff at Warwick you can enjoy a wide range of competitive benefits. The University offers a wide range of learning and development opportunities, and we will work with you to support your career development. We respect and reward achievement and recognise the importance of a flexible total reward package. Take a look at the benefits that are on offer, including an attractive pension scheme, a generous annual leave entitlement including Christmas closure, family friendly policies, and discounted Warwick Sport membership.
Job Purpose
To support the University’s procurement function in the provision of an efficient and responsive service. Manage the Procurement Office’s operational processes in support of the Category Management Framework (for example supplier set up and assurance, supplier rationalisation, SLA management).Undertake tactical procurement exercises which result in value for money, savings and contribute to the University’s Procurement Strategy. Support non-procurement staff to obtain value for money through support and training. Support the dissemination of best procurement practices across the University.
You can view the full Job Description and Person Specification here.
What will you get in return?
You will receive a generous annual annual leave entitlement plus customary shut down days and statutory bank holidays. As well as a very competitive pension scheme by the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) with employer contributions of 21.6%, you will also receive access to online and in person training courses ran by the University and discounts at Warwick Arts Centre, Warwick Sport Membership and discounted rates when booking a hotel or meeting room via Warwick Conferences.
The University of Warwick has appointed SearchHigher as their recruitment partner for this campaign; please apply below by submitting a CV & Cover Letter in Word Document format, or you can also email your documents to enquiries@searchhigher.com.
We are committed to supporting career progression. We will therefore consider applicants who do not yet meet all essential requirements alongside the scope for training and development on a role-by-role basis.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.