Procurement Operations Officer

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious university as a Procurement Operations Officer, managing procurement processes and engaging with stakeholders. This role offers a vibrant work environment and opportunities for personal development, while ensuring compliance with procurement regulations.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

31 days annual leave

Discounted Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement within a complex environment.
• Knowledge of UK procurement regulations.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Procurement

Stakeholder Management

Data Analysis

Compliance

Reporting

Education

CIPS / NVQ level 4

Tools

MS Office

PowerBI

eProcurement Systems

Job description

Job Opportunity: Procurement Operations Officer at University of the Arts London

Embark on an exciting career path supporting procurement governance and delivery at one of the UK’s most prestigious and globally renowned universities.

About University of the Arts London (UAL): Ranked 2nd in the world for Art and Design in the 2025 QS World University Rankings, UAL welcomes over 18,000 students from more than 130 countries. Established in 2004, it comprises 6 esteemed colleges in Arts, Design, Fashion, and Media, with roots dating back to the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Located within the historic Central Saint Martin’s college, near Kings Cross Station, the university offers a vibrant, modern work environment. Staff are expected to work in-office approximately 50% of the time, primarily on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Role Overview: Reporting to the Procurement Lead, the Procurement Operations Officer will manage operational procurement processes, systems, and practices. The role involves engaging with stakeholders to support below-threshold purchasing, focusing on the university’s colleges. Responsibilities include providing reporting, data analysis, business intelligence, and insights to inform procurement strategies, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and promoting best practice principles to support university accreditation and ethical commitments.

About You:

• Experience in procurement within a complex environment.
• Professional qualification such as CIPS / NVQ level 4 or higher (desired or in progress).
• Knowledge of procurement practices including sourcing, contract management, supplier relationship management, frameworks, and UK procurement regulations.
• Experience managing high-volume, low-value spend.
• Knowledge of eProcurement, ERP/Finance systems, and reporting tools.
• Proficiency in MS Office, with Excel and PowerBI skills desirable.
• Experience handling large data sets and creating procurement-related presentations.
• Ability to build successful relationships with stakeholders.

Benefits:

• Commitment to personal development and training, including support for CIPS progression.
• Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions of 14.9%.
• 31 days annual leave plus bank holidays and 2 additional days for volunteering.
• Discounted Medical Insurance with BUPA, covering consultations, diagnostics, treatments, mental health support, therapies, and digital GP services.

Please note: This vacancy is managed by Morgan Law, an external recruitment consultancy committed to an inclusive hiring process. All applications must be submitted via Morgan Law; CVs sent directly to the university will not be considered.