Procurement Analyst

University of Plymouth; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Plymouth is seeking a Procurement Administrator to enhance its administrative support services. The role requires you to deliver effective solutions while ensuring compliance with policies. You'll need strong numeracy, literacy, and advanced MS Office skills. The position allows for flexible working but requires on-site presence three days a week. Enjoy generous annual leave, a pension scheme, and various employee benefits while contributing to important procurement strategies.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Generous pension scheme

Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Development opportunities

Enhanced family leave

Flexible working

Retailer discounts

On-site nursery

Qualifications

• Demonstrable equivalent experience in relevant qualifications.
• Capability to manage complex administrative tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and continuously develop an effective administrative support service.
• Ensure compliance with financial and regulatory policies.
• Review and monitor processes for improvement.
• Plan and administer meetings and budgets.
• Provide proactive customer service and guidance.

Skills

Numeracy and literacy at secondary education level

Educational attainment at further education level

Knowledge of MS Office programmes to Advanced level

Working knowledge of PA23

Job description

Are your supplier-building skills and strategic thinking ready to make a positive impact across our university community?

About the role

Under the guidance of the Procurement Manager and as a member of the team, you will be responsible for the delivery and continuous development of a customer focused, cost effective and efficient administrative support service.

You will:

• Ensure the delivery and continuous development of an effective and flexible service.
• Follow the appropriate financial and regulatory policies, ensuring necessary regulations and standards are adhered to.
• Review and monitor processes, procedures and associated documentation, implementing or making recommendations for changes as appropriate.
• Plan and administer complex meetings, visits, conferences, committees, and the associated budgets.
• Provide excellent customer service and provide proactive detailed advice and guidance to enable appropriate solution.

For this role, you will need to be on site 3 days a week. Although we can accommodate working from home for this role, flexibility to be on‑site will be expected due to business needs.

For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Miranda Carder: by email at [e-mail]

Please note: We’re currently unable to sponsor this role under the Skilled Worker visa route. However, we welcome all applicants, as other visa options may be available.

What we’re looking for:

• Numeracy and literacy at secondary education level (or demonstrable equivalent experience)
• Educational attainment at further education level (or demonstrable equivalent experience)
• Knowledge of using MS office programmes to Advanced level;
• Working knowledge of PA23 – desirable

For more information about the job and the person specification, please refer to the job description.

About us

Working in the University's procurement team means making a real impact. As a major anchor institution, the university drives local growth by promoting diverse spending with SMEs and sustainable suppliers. At the same time, the team supports the value for money agenda, balancing quality, cost, and long‑term benefits for students, staff, and the wider community. It’s a role where strategic decisions create positive change.

Application Process

Please apply online, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training, and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.

Following the closing date of the vacancy, you will be notified on the outcome of your application in due course.

Anticipated Interview Date: To be confirmed

Our Offer

A successful external candidate for this position would be employed by the University of Plymouth Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Plymouth. Employees of the University of Plymouth Services Limited work alongside the University of Plymouth colleagues in delivery of Plymouth’s strategic vision, and will adopt the University of Plymouth’s HR policies and procedures in full unless otherwise stated.

When joining us, you will receive:

• Generous annual leave: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays & closure days
• Generous pension scheme
• Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Development opportunities
• Enhanced family leave
• Flexible working
• Retailer discounts
• On‑site nursery

Additional Information

The University of Plymouth is an inclusive community where everyone is welcomed regardless of their background. To find out more about our inclusive community initiatives, such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter.