Procurement Operations Officer

University of the Arts London; London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at one of the UK's leading universities, where you will play a crucial role in supporting procurement governance and delivery. As a Procurement Operations Officer, you'll engage with stakeholders, manage operational processes, and provide valuable insights to enhance procurement strategies. This role is set within a vibrant team environment at a prestigious institution, promoting a culture of excellence and diversity. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to your professional development, while enjoying a range of benefits including generous annual leave and a strong pension scheme.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

31 days annual leave

Discounted Medical Insurance

Continuous personal development and training

Qualifications

• Experience in a procurement role in a complex environment.
• Knowledge of procurement practices including sourcing and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Manage operational procurement processes and systems.
• Provide reporting and data analysis to inform procurement strategies.

Skills

Procurement experience

Knowledge of UK Procurement Regulations

Data analysis

MS Office Software (Excel, PowerBI)

Supplier relationship management

Education

CIPS / NVQ level 4

Tools

eProcurement systems

ERP/Finance systems

Reporting tools

Job description

An opportunity to embark on an exciting career path with one of the UK’s most prestigious and globally renowned Universities, supporting procurement governance and delivery of a wide range of purchasing activity.

University of the Arts London (UAL) is ranked 2nd in the world for Art and Design according in the 2025 QS World University Rankings. It welcomes a diverse body of over 18,000 students from more than 130 countries. Established in 2004, UAL brings together 6 esteemed Arts, Design, Fashion and Media Colleges, which were founded in the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Operating out of expansive offices within the historic Central Saint Martin’s college (less than 10 minutes-walk from Kings Cross Station), this is a vibrant and modern team environment, with an expectation that colleagues comeinto the office 50% of their time. (Core days tend to be Tuesdays and Wednesdays).

Reporting to the Procurement Lead, the Procurement Operations Officer will manage operational procurement processes, systems and practices, engaging with stakeholders to support the Procurement Team with below threshold purchasing with a specific focus on the University’s Colleges. You will provide reporting, data analysis, business intelligence and insights to inform procurement strategies to meet the University’s regulatory requirements, promoting a culture of best practice principles to support the University accreditations and ethical commitments.

About you

• Experience of working in a procurement role in a complex environment.
• Professional qualification such as CIPS / NVQ level 4 or above (achieved or working towards - desirable).
• Knowledge of procurement practices including sourcing, contract management, supplier relationship management, Frameworks and UK Procurement Regulations.
• Experience of managing high volume/low value spend.
• Knowledge of eProcurement and ERP/Finance systems and reporting tools.
• Excellent MS Office Software knowledge (Excelerator and PowerBI desirable).
• Experience managing large financial and statistical data sets and creating presentations and sharing knowledge relating to procurement matters.
• Experience of building successful internal working relationships with stakeholders.

Benefits include:

• UAL’s commitment to your continuous personal development and training (including supporting CIPS progression) in an environment that encourages excellence, creativity and diversity.
• Local Government Pension Scheme (employer contribution is currently 14.9%).
• 31 days a/l (plus bank holidays) and 2 additional days off to participate in volunteer work for a registered charity.
• Discounted Medical Insurance with BUPA that includes Consultations, Diagnostics, in-patient and day-case treatment, Mental Health support, Therapies and Digital GP service.

Please note that this campaign is being managed by an external recruitment consultancy - Morgan Law - who are dedicated to promoting an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants.

All applications must be submitted via Morgan Law and any CVs sent directly to the University of the Arts will not be considered.