Procurement and Contracts Manager
Procurement and Contracts Manager
£38,223 - £49,818 per annum
37.5 hours per week
Permanent
About Us
Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK’s leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.
Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click here.
About the Role
Hartpury University and Hartpury College is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Procurement and Contracts Manager to lead our procurement activities and manage contractual agreements. This role is integral to ensuring the efficient, cost-effective, and compliant procurement of goods and services that support our educational and operational objectives. The successful candidate will for example lead procurement and contracting activity across the institution covering IT, Digital, Maintenance & Facilities and Research & Knowledge Exchange and other related activity. The role will focus on high value and complex work and involve providing a professional, flexible and efficient service including leading the management of procurement processes and contract negotiations, end to end.
About You
You will have knowledge and experience of procurement and contracts management in an organizational setting supported by knowledge and experience of supplier relationship management and financial management and strategy. You will have knowledge of or be capable of quickly learning about the sector-specific procurement environment covering key legislation, best practice, ethical standards and integrity.
You will possess excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to drive change and work independently whilst ensuring alignment to organizational policies. You will be highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
You will be confident working closely with colleagues, suppliers and other stakeholders to develop and maintain appropriate strategies, documentation, policies and procedures. You will be professional, flexible and proactive in your approach to work.
You will have a commitment to continuing personal and professional development, through active involvement in relevant training, project work, research and other development opportunities. You will be confident representing and promoting the business development team at internal and external meetings, events and conferences.
We offer a fantastic package of staff benefits including:
- Hybrid working arrangements with blended approach of office and home working
- 25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays rising to 30 days with length of service
- Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
- Generous pension scheme (LGPS)
- Employee Discounts Scheme
- Onsite fitness facilities
- Support for continuous professional development
- Flexible working opportunities available
- Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
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The closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 8th July 2024
Interview dates w/c 15 July 2024
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.
