Strategic Procurement Specialist

Changeworknow is part of the Access Group; Hartpury; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Generous annual leave entitlement

Wellbeing support (EAP)

LGPS pension scheme

Employee Discounts Scheme

Onsite fitness facilities

CPD support

Job summary

Hartpury University and Hartpury College is seeking a procurement professional to support a compliant, value-for-money service across Hartpury. You will manage a range of procurement activities and work with colleagues and suppliers on projects, tenders, and contracts.

The role requires strong organisational and analytical skills, collaboration with stakeholders, and a focus on delivering value. Hybrid working and excellent staff benefits are provided to support continuous development.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement, purchasing, contracts, or commercial environment.
• An organised and accurate approach, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Good analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and make informed recommendations.
• An effective communicator, able to build positive relationships with colleagues, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• Good commercial awareness and a focus on delivering value for money.
• Proactive and adaptable, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work towards a relevant professional procurement qualification where this is not already held.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of an effective, compliant procurement service across Hartpury.
• Manage procurement activities for diverse goods, services, and works.
• Collaborate with colleagues and suppliers on procurement projects, tenders, and contracts.
• Provide professional procurement guidance to stakeholders.
• Monitor supplier performance and seek improvements in quality and value.
• Contribute to sustainable procurement practices aligned with Hartpury's objectives.
• Support continuous improvement of procurement processes and systems.

Skills

Procurement experience

Organised

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Team player

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Hartpury University and Hartpury College is seeking a procurement professional to support a compliant, value-for-money service across Hartpury. You will manage a range of procurement activities and work with colleagues and suppliers on projects, tenders, and contracts.

The role requires strong organisational and analytical skills, collaboration with stakeholders, and a focus on delivering value. Hybrid working and excellent staff benefits are provided to support continuous development.