Location: Highfield Campus
Salary: £45,486 to £57,171
Full Time Permanent
Closing Date: Friday 02 March 2012
Interview Date: See advert
Reference: 093512RR
The University of Southampton is a thriving and ambitious institution with over 22,000 students and over 5,000 staff.
We
are looking for a Head of Procurement and Business Improvement to lead
the procurement and purchase to pay function of the University and as a
member of the Finance department's management team to lead on business
improvements across the Finance function. The procurement function is
well established in the University and has delivered over £6m savings to
the University over the last 3 years. Now we are looking for the next
step change in our strategy and approach.
You should have previous
experience of managing in a complex financial environment; you'll hold a
relevant finance or procurement qualification and be able to
demonstrate delivery of cost savings and continuous improvement in your
previous roles. You should be well organized, analytical and
self-motivated.
The University of Southampton is a member of the
prestigious Russell Group committed to attracting and supporting
exceptional staff to deliver at the highest levels in all activities. In
return the University can offer an excellent package for staff on the
basis of recognition of knowledge, experience and performance.
In
addition to a competitive salary (and a performance related payment of
up to 10% per annum), the University offers a highly attractive Defined
Benefits pension scheme with employee and employer contribution. The
University also offers a generous holiday allowance of 30 days annual
leave, plus 6 University closure days and 8 bank holidays.
If the
appointment necessitates relocation to the Southampton area, the
University can offer assistance with relocation expenses.
For an informal chat about the role please contact Sarah Pook, Director of Finance, on 02380 592812.
The closing date for this post is 02 March 2012. Please apply online through
www.jobs.soton.ac.uk or
alternatively telephone 023 8059 2750 for an application form. Please
quote vacancy reference number 093512RR on all correspondence.
Interviews will be held week commencing: 19
th and 26
th March 2012.
Further details:
We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Please note that applications from agencies will not be accepted unless indicated in the job advert.
