Responsible Procurement Lead

The role 

If you are a well-qualified project manager with supply chain management experience, then University of the Arts London (UAL) has an exciting opportunity for you. Join us as a Responsible Procurement Lead and play a key role in the development and delivery of sustainable procurement practices, policies and strategies.

As part of a cross-institutional team, this role offers the chance to support UAL's environmental, social and governance goals, achieving net zero by 2040.

You will lead the delivery of sustainable procurement strategies and policies to drive institutional change, as well as advise on UAL's supply-chain strategy, champion the supply-chain engagement programme and liaise with external parties to ensure alignment with our social purpose goals.

In addition to this, you will also support the development of a culture of best practice principles, as well as contribute to engagement activities that share the work of the University and its commitment to delivering net zero.

About you

We are looking for someone who can contribute to regular progress reporting, communications and behaviour change initiatives. You will be CIPS qualified (or working towards qualification) and will demonstrate proven experience in supply chain management (or a related field) and a track record of implementing sustainable practices.

You will also possess experience of managing and driving projects to identify and implement process improvements that reduce environmental impact. You will be familiar with Enterprise Resource Planning software and can demonstrate knowledge of market dynamics and innovative technologies in the space of supply chain management and mapping.

Using your strong communication skills, you will also be capable of fostering positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including those in our supply-chain, to negotiate, influence and promote responsible practice.

We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

Our creative network influences learning, culture, industry and society on a global scale. Our academics and practitioners deliver creative education and inspire new ways of thinking through research and innovation. We work with students at every level from pre-degree and short courses to postgraduate and online learning, enabling them to build the careers they want. Together, we are a community of makers, thinkers, pioneers and storytellers redesigning the future.

For further details and to apply please click the apply button.

Closing date: 30^th January 2025, 23:55.

UAL is committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn – a university where we can be ourselves and reach our full potential. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and Staff Support Networks. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.

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