IT Procurement Assistant

3 weeks ago

Bath, United Kingdom University of Bath Full time

The University of Bath (UoB) is embarking on the next stage of its digital transformation journey. A key part of this is to transform the delivery of technology services. This work includes routine operations within DDaT, the Data Project, Digital Transformation Programme (DTP) and DDaT project portfolio.

The Procurement Assistant will provide support to the IT Procurement team in the provision of a professional, effective and knowledgeable service for the procurement and supply of IT hardware and software for the University’s staff and students.

You will provide accurate, timely and auditable assistance in the administration of the hardware and software procurement processes compliant with University Financial Regulations.

This role is offered on a full time (36.5 hours per week) permanent basis. 

About you 

  • Proficient in organising tasks effectively and adept in handling numerical data with precision and accuracy, ensuring inclusive approach and execution.
  • Approaches work with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring precision and thoroughness in all tasks performed.
  • Skilled in managing and navigating through tight deadlines and multiple workloads simultaneously, accommodating diverse perspectives and needs.
  • Displays effective written and verbal communication skills, embracing diverse communication styles in all interactions.
  • Demonstrates a nuanced approach in handling confidential and sensitive information, employing tact, discretion, and respect for diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
  • Competent using Microsoft Office products (word, outlook, teams excel, PowerPoint)
  • Is self-motivated with strong organisational and time management skills.
  • Able to work within a team, however also work independently when required
  • Have a passion for technology.

What we can offer you:

  • a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
  • generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
  • we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements
  • an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
  • a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
  • a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan.

Find out more about our benefits.

We consider ourselves to be an inclusive university, where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on our teams. 

We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.

Find out from our staff what makes the University of Bath a great place to work. Follow us @UniofBath and @UniofBathJobs on Twitter for more information.

Further details:

  • Job Description & Person Specification
  • Terms of Employment

We are constantly seeking to reduce the unconscious bias that enters any assessment process, with the goal of creating an inclusive and equal assessment process. To support this, personal details such as your name, may be removed from application forms at the initial shortlisting stage.

£23,144 to £24,533. Grade 4, per annum

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