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Procurement Administrator (Ref A966)
Full time/Fixed Term (initial 6 month period)/Aberdeen City Campus
Salary: £30,388.04 - £31,423.91 per annum
The main duties include providing support to the Procurement Officers and Procurement Manager in the provision of an efficient procurement service to the College and its subsidiaries.
Supporting College staff through the full end to end procurement lifecycle, including completion of tender documentation, evaluation, award notification, and contract management for mini competitions and regulated procurements.
Providing College-wide specialist technical advice and practical support on procurement legislation, compliance, and value for money.
Maintaining the PECOS procurement management system and ensuring its effective operation in the College and its subsidiaries.
NESCol is a disability confident employer. We offer a variety of working options in line with business requirements and place great importance on staff wellbeing. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.
The closing date for applications will be 23/01/2025.
Person Specification
(criteria marked * are desirable. All others are essential)
JOB TITLE: Procurement Administrator
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
1. Relevant HNC or equivalent level qualification or demonstrable experience (SCQF Level 7).
2. Evidence of commitment to continuous professional development.
3. Experience in delivering a complex administrative service within a busy office environment.
4. Willingness to train and develop procurement capability and to study towards CIPS Level 2.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
1. Knowledge of relevant procurement legislation.
2. Communication and presentation skills.
3. Negotiating skills.
4. Team working skills.
5. IT literacy.
6. A good understanding of College procurement *
PERSONAL QUALITIES
1. Highly developed communication, liaison, and networking skills.
2. The ability to analyse and solve problems with a successful track record of managing and delivering change.
3. Self-motivated.
4. Committed to people development.
5. Committed to customer service and quality improvement.
6. Ability to relate to people.
7. Able to develop positive working relationships.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Commitment to College values and equal opportunities.
2. Able to travel between College sites as and when required.
3. Ability to work as needed to meet the demands of the post.
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