Head of Procurement

Born in the 60s with a mindset of boldness, imagination and collaboration, the University of Warwick is a world-leading research-intensive university with the highest academic and research standards. We’re one of the world’s top universities, ranked 67th in the world and 10th in the UK*, with 92% of our research assessed to be ‘world leading or internationally excellent’**.

*QS World University Rankings 2024 ** Research Excellence Framework 2021.

We are seeking to appoint an Head of Procurement – Departmental Services,  you will be responsible for providing strategic direction and management of a defined portfolio of the University’s procurement activities across specific departments. You will be a member of the Procurement Services Senior Management Team and provide expert and authoritative procurement advice to senior stakeholders across the University.

The Head of Procurement – Departmental Services will develop and implement procurement strategies aligning them with the University’s overall procurement strategy and strategic goals. The post holder will have an excellent ability to develop and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders and external groups. You will be fundamental in leading and inspiring the team to deliver an outstanding procurement service to internal and external stakeholders.

The role will require a resilient, and continuous improvement orientated leader, able to interpret and manage the impact of statutory and funding obligations as well as compliant Procurement policies. This will include cultural change in line with the vision and values of the department and University, in particular ensuring inclusion, diversity and equality.

For the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click here.

Benefits

• 30 days of paid annual leave, four shut down days at Christmas, and eight bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme
• Staff training
• Free eye care vouchers
• Preferred rates for a dental plan
• Discounts at Warwick Arts Centre and Warwick Sport Membership
• Enrolment onto the Employee Assistance Programme, a complete support network that offers expert advice and guidance 24/7

How to apply

The University of Warwick has appointed SearchHigher as their recruitment partner for this campaign; please apply above by submitting a CV & Cover Letter in Word Document format or via email to enquiries@searchhigher.com

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