Procurement Associate Category Manager

Starting salary from £28,929 per annum, dependent on skills and experience, with an annual increment up to £35,308 per annum. 

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the UEA Procurement and Insurance Services Team.

The position will, under the guidance of the Head of Procurement, contribute to achieving savings targets and to embedding best practice within procurement processes and decisions; as well as ensuring compliance with UK legal obligations. Day-to-day procurement is devolved to budget holders and the procurement service supports this activity through central procurement for common goods and services, along with providing advice to the wider procurement community. Additionally, the role will help lead the recovery, interpretation and use of data and management information to support the above activity and play a fundamental part in the understanding/implementation of the forthcoming Procurement Act legislation, which is applicable from October 2024.

You will work closely with colleagues in the Procurement Service, Faculties and Professional Services across the University to ensure compliance with the University’s financial Regulations and the Procurement Act 2023. Activities will include, but are not limited to: analysis of purchasing needs, preparation of procurement plans, undertake procurement activity, establish stakeholder service standards, benchmark, monitor supplier performance, tender, contribute to savings targets and undertake contract review. 

This full-time post is available immediately on a 12-month fixed term basis to cover maternity leave.

Previous applicants for the role of Associate Category Manager SC4603 need not apply.

Further information on our great benefits package, including 39 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and additional University Customary days can be found on our benefits page. 

Closing date: 30 April 2024

The University holds an Athena Swan Silver Institutional Award in recognition of our advancement towards gender equality.

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