Assistant Procurement Manager

ZipRecruiter; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading higher education institution is seeking an Assistant Procurement Manager to enhance its procurement capabilities. This hybrid role allows you to lead significant projects while fostering key stakeholder relationships. Join a forward-thinking procurement function that plays a strategic role in driving innovation and value within the university.

Benefits

40 days holiday

Strong benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience managing indirect procurement categories.
• Proven track record of delivering value through compliant, strategic procurement.
• Solid understanding of public sector procurement regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support full end-to-end procurement processes.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Run competitive tenders and lead on procurement specifications.

Skills

Supplier management

Contract negotiations

Stakeholder relationship management

Public sector procurement regulations

Strategic procurement

Education

CIPS qualification

Job description

Job Description

Title: Assistant Procurement Manager

Sector: Higher Education

Location: Remote hybrid (1 day per week in the office)

Salary & Package: £40,000 - £44,000 + 40 days holiday + a further strong benefits package

Sea Global are proud to be partnering with a leading Education institution that is investing heavily in its procurement capability. As the university embarks on an exciting phase of transformation, they’re looking to appoint aProcurement professional to help drive value and innovation across a range of key Estates & FM categories.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a procurement function that is well-established, forward-thinking, and playing a strategic role in shaping the University's future. Backed by strong leadership and a clear vision, the team is trusted and highly visible across the organisation.

This is your chance to lead impactful projects and work in a collaborative, people-first environment, please read on for more details:

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support full end-to-end procurement processes including tendering, supplier management, and contract negotiations
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the university, including senior leaders and department heads
• Run competitive tenders and lead on procurement specifications, including Framework Agreements
• Help create and deliver category plans aligned to long-term goals

Experience & Requirements

• Experience managing indirect procurement categories
• Proven track record of delivering value through compliant, strategic procurement
• Solid understanding of public sector procurement regulations (PCR2015, OJEU, UCR, Procurement Act etc.)
• CIPS qualification is a plus, but not essential