Operational Buyer
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 10 Hydref 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £25249-26707 per annum |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 26 Hydref 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Newcastle, NE1 7RU |
| Cwmni: | Newcastle University |
| Math o swydd: | Dros dro |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 28635-43709395 |
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We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.
The Role
Are you looking for an opportunity to put your organisational skills and eye for detail to good use in a supportive, fast-paced environment?
We have an exciting fixed-term opportunity (12 months) for an Operational Buyer to join our Procurement Operations Team.
Under the guidance of the Procurement Operations Team Leaders, you’ll play a crucial role in processing purchase requisitions into purchase orders using the University’s Finance System (SAP). You will also handle queries relating to orders, invoicing, receiving of goods/services, and vendor management — ensuring smooth, efficient, and compliant procurement operations.
This is a varied and rewarding role, giving you the chance to:
Deliver procurement operations to the highest industry standards and meet departmental service levels
Onboard appropriate, qualified suppliers for use by University stakeholders
Build strong working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
We’re looking for a confident communicator who is well-organised, and customer focused. Good levels of numerical and IT skills, along with time management skills, are essential to succeed in this role.
If you're ready to begin your career in the Purchasing and Procurement team within a respected organisation, we’d love to hear from you.
Informal enquiries are welcome and should be addressed to Rob Browell, Rob.Browell@newcastle.ac.uk
Please ensure you upload a covering letter with your CV when applying for this role.
The Role
Are you looking for an opportunity to put your organisational skills and eye for detail to good use in a supportive, fast-paced environment?
We have an exciting fixed-term opportunity (12 months) for an Operational Buyer to join our Procurement Operations Team.
Under the guidance of the Procurement Operations Team Leaders, you’ll play a crucial role in processing purchase requisitions into purchase orders using the University’s Finance System (SAP). You will also handle queries relating to orders, invoicing, receiving of goods/services, and vendor management — ensuring smooth, efficient, and compliant procurement operations.
This is a varied and rewarding role, giving you the chance to:
Deliver procurement operations to the highest industry standards and meet departmental service levels
Onboard appropriate, qualified suppliers for use by University stakeholders
Build strong working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
We’re looking for a confident communicator who is well-organised, and customer focused. Good levels of numerical and IT skills, along with time management skills, are essential to succeed in this role.
If you're ready to begin your career in the Purchasing and Procurement team within a respected organisation, we’d love to hear from you.
Informal enquiries are welcome and should be addressed to Rob Browell, Rob.Browell@newcastle.ac.uk
Please ensure you upload a covering letter with your CV when applying for this role.