Senior Buyer – IT & Procurement (Hybrid)

The University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Edinburgh is seeking a Senior Buyer to join its Procurement team. The role entails obtaining quotes, managing procurement processes, and ensuring compliance with university policies. The ideal candidate will have strong procurement experience, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to work effectively in a high-volume environment. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Defined benefits pension scheme

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• Relevant procurement experience in IT or public sector preferred.
• Self-motivated with a flexible attitude and ability to multi-task.
• Good commercial influencing and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Obtain quotations and support end users with specifications.
• Oversee the University's Procurement Card program.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve related issues.

Skills

Procurement experience

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Job description

A leading university in Edinburgh is seeking a Senior Buyer to join its Procurement team. The role entails obtaining quotes, managing procurement processes, and ensuring compliance with university policies. The ideal candidate will have strong procurement experience, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to work effectively in a high-volume environment. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.