Responsible Procurement Lead

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Responsible Procurement Lead to drive sustainability initiatives at a renowned university. This pivotal role offers a vibrant work environment and the opportunity to influence procurement practices towards net zero goals. You will collaborate with diverse teams to promote social purpose initiatives while benefiting from a commitment to personal development and generous leave policies. If you are a self-motivated professional with strong relationship-building skills and a passion for sustainability, this is the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

34 Days Annual Leave

Discounted BUPA Medical Insurance

Training and Development Support

Qualifications

• Proven influencer with strong relationship-building skills.
• Technologically proficient with ERP systems focusing on sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Lead sustainability initiatives within procurement.
• Support UAL's Net Zero ambitions with cross-institutional teams.

Skills

Relationship Building

Sustainability Metrics

Influencing Skills

Attention to Detail

Self-Motivation

Education

CIPS Qualification

Tools

ERP Systems

Job description

Job Opportunity: Responsible Procurement Lead at University of the Arts London (UAL)

Join a prestigious UK university ranked 2nd in the world for Art and Design (2025 QS World University Rankings). UAL, established in 2004, encompasses 6 esteemed colleges and hosts over 18,000 students from more than 130 countries.

This role, based in historic Central Saint Martin’s, offers a vibrant, modern work environment with a flexible office presence (mainly Tuesdays and Wednesdays). Reporting to the Head of Procurement, you will lead sustainability initiatives within procurement, supporting UAL's Net Zero ambitions, working closely with a cross-institutional team led by the Social Purpose Group.

About You

• Proven influencer with strong relationship-building skills internally and externally.
• Self-motivated, results-driven, with high attention to detail.
• Technologically proficient, experienced with ERP systems focusing on sustainability metrics.
• Experienced in engagement activities like workshops, conferences, and festivals promoting net zero and social purpose initiatives.
• Ideally CIPS qualified or working towards qualification.

Benefits

• Commitment to your personal development and training, including CIPS support.
• Local Government Pension Scheme (employer contribution: 14.9%).
• 34 days annual leave plus bank holidays, plus 2 days for volunteer work.
• Discounted BUPA Medical Insurance covering various health services.

This campaign is managed by Morgan Law, an external recruitment consultancy. All applications must be submitted via Morgan Law; direct CV submissions to UAL will not be considered.