Procurement Assistant - Hybrid Work & Growth Opportunity

University of Cambridge; Newtown; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

The University of Cambridge is seeking a motivated individual to join the Finance team's Purchasing Function. You will work as part of a team of buyers, processing transactions on CUFS, handling queries, and producing activity and spend reports. The role emphasizes collaboration with diverse stakeholders and adherence to university guidelines.

Hybrid working is available following a probationary period. Applicants should be educated to A level standard or have equivalent practical experience,

Qualifications

• Educated to at least 'A' level standard or equivalent or with practical experience.
• Experience in purchasing/procurement in a large organisation is desirable.
• Ability to provide accurate and timely responses to customer requests and to work with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct purchasing support to the Department, including processing purchasing transactions on CUFS.
• Handle incoming queries on purchasing and related matters.
• Prepare activity and spend reports using CUFS and Cognos, and identify workflow improvements.
• Advise and assist stakeholders sourcing goods and services in line with university regulations.
• Collaborate with academic, technical and administrative staff and students to source goods and services.
• Maintain documentation covering local procedures and ensure compliance with University guidelines.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Numerate

Stakeholder management

Teamwork

CUFS experience

Problem solving

Education

A levels or equivalent

Tools

CUFS

Cognos

Oracle Fusion

Job description

The University of Cambridge is seeking a motivated individual to join the Finance team's Purchasing Function. You will work as part of a team of buyers, processing transactions on CUFS, handling queries, and producing activity and spend reports. The role emphasizes collaboration with diverse stakeholders and adherence to university guidelines.

Hybrid working is available following a probationary period. Applicants should be educated to A level standard or have equivalent practical experience,