Buyer

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A national higher education institution is seeking a Buyer to manage procurement activities while gaining experience in a sustainable service. The ideal candidate should have strong numeracy and literacy skills, appropriate qualifications, and experience with procurement processes. This role, based in Northern Ireland, offers a salary between £28,778 - £32,097 and a focus on achieving value for money.

Qualifications

• Good standard of numeracy and literacy required.
• Evidence of experience with IT systems in a professional environment.
• Knowledge and/or experience of procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Support the team in delivering a sustainable procurement service.
• Work on a portfolio to help achieve the University's objectives.

Skills

Numeracy and literacy

Experience with IT systems

Knowledge of procurement

Ability to work independently

Willingness to travel

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Business, Procurement, or related subject

GCSE English and Maths at Grade C or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Role: Buyer
Department: Procurement
Grade: 5 (£28,778 - £32,097)
Responsible to: Procurement Partner
Campus: Any (Belfast, Coleraine, Derry~Londonderry)
Reference: 038812

(Full-time, fixed term to 1st February 2027)

ABOUT US

We are a university with a national and international reputation for excellence, innovation and regional engagement, making a major contribution to the economic, social, and cultural development of Northern Ireland.

Our core business activities are teaching and learning, widening access to education, research and innovation, and technology and knowledge transfer.

THE ROLE

The postholder will work closely with their line manager to gain a good understanding of processes and systems, after which the postholder will work with their own portfolio and support the team in delivering a sustainable procurement service for the University. The postholder will contribute to continued improvement to help the University achieve its overall objectives and achieve value for money through best procurement practices.

ABOUT YOU

• A good standard of numeracy and literacy, evidenced either by qualification (GCSE English and Maths at Grade C or equivalent) or by work-related activities and experience.
• An NVQ Level 2 in Business, Procurement (Supply Chain), or a related subject.
• Experience with a wide range of IT systems in a professional environment, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Knowledge and/or experience of procurement (including buying or tendering).
• Evidence of the ability to work on your own initiative with minimal supervision.
• A willingness to travel on occasion as required by the needs of the post to support multi-campus activities.

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Ulster University holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing gender equality in higher education. You can read more about what this means on our University website. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family-friendly working environment, including flexible working.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those with disabilities. Appointment will be made on merit.