About the Job Interview date: Friday 22 November 2024 We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Procurement Manager to join our Finance and Planning Department at the University of Northampton. The successful candidate will work closely with the Director of Finance and Planning to provide the strategic direction for University procurement whilst achieving best value for money in procurement, encouraging sustainable procurement and enabling social enterprise engagement in the procurement process where applicable. Responsible for achieving process efficiencies and cost reduction across the University, working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, building relationships, negotiating favourable contract terms and providing expert advice on procurement regulations.You will be responsible for the management a team of three including a Buyer and Procurement Compliance Officer and two Purchase to Pay Assistants.