The University of Southampton is one of the world’s leading universities. We are consistently placed in the top 100 universities in the world by the QS World University Rankings. There are currently in excess of 24,000 students on campus in the UK. Using conventional business metrics, the University is a large enterprise with an annual turnover of over £500m and a staff establishment in excess of 5,000 FTE.
The Higher Education sector is changing and so is the procurement service in order to ensure our procurement arrangements reflect the University strategy by embedding a category managed approach delivering value for money through high quality arrangements. As a senior member of the team you will need a high level of commercial acumen and the ability to build strong, productive relationships with a diverse stakeholder group - including academic and research staff, heads of the University’s professional services functions and key external suppliers and partners.
The Procurement Service plays an important role in supporting colleagues in procuring a diverse range of goods, services and works which are critical to the successful operation of the University.
You should have previous experience of working in a complex financial environment and as a senior category manager be able to demonstrate your significant experience in developing, managing and implementing category plans and delivery of associated savings and benefits. Please see the job description for full role details.
The University of Southampton is a member of the prestigious Russell Group committed to attracting and supporting exceptional staff to deliver at the highest levels in all activities. In return the University can offer an excellent package for staff on the basis of recognition of knowledge, experience and performance.
In addition to a competitive salary the University offers a highly attractive defined benefit pension scheme with employee and employer contribution. The University also offers a generous holiday allowance of 30 days annual leave, plus 6 University closure days and 8 bank holidays, on site sports facilities, arts and culture facilities and a wide range of discounts from national and international shops and services.
Application Procedure
You should submit your completed online application form at www.jobs.soton.ac.uk. The application deadline will be midnight on the closing date stated above. If you need any assistance, please call Elsa Samwell (Recruitment Team) on +44 (0) 23 8059 2507. Please quote reference 1113019RR on all correspondence.
Closing Date: 06 Mar 2019
Post Type: Management, Specialist & Administrative
