Deputy Head of Procurement (Specialism Buildings & Construction) (FI5083-18-590-R)

Do you want to work in a thriving university and contribute to ensuring a positive student experience through fit for purpose, high quality buildings? Would you enjoy the benefits of generous annual leave, membership of and contributions towards the Local Government Pension Scheme, on-campus sports facilities with discounted membership and family friendly policies?

This role will be an integral part of the University’s Procurement & Insurance Services team and work closely with the Estate and Facilities Management Department (EFM). 

The role will include:

Providing strategic procurement leadership, advice & expertise. Building professional relationships, to initiate and lead change. Enabling all staff to deliver quality improvements and generate value for the University.Working with EFM to evaluate and develop existing procedures to ensure value for money has been obtained in all buildings and construction related procurement.Enhancing expertise and build procurement capability and capacity.The organisation of sessions with internal customers to identify procurement opportunities that lead to improvements in procurement practice.Lead the development and facilitate the implementation of the EFM Procurement Plan.

To succeed in the role, you will be qualified to degree level qualification, ideally be a fully qualified member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS) or have relevant equivalent knowledge and analytical skills gained through work experience at a similar level. You will also have a high level of knowledge and experience of procurement practices and forms of contract particularly those relating to buildings and construction and proven commercial negotiating skills. In addition you will have demonstrable experience of influencing others to achieve agreed outcomes and leading and managing organisational business process change.

Please note this is a full-time, permanent position and job sharers are welcome to apply. 

Closing Date: 24 Feb 2019
Category: Administrative/Clerical/Technical