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Robertson Bell are recruiting for an Interim Buyer and Category Officer for a leading Higher Education organisation, based in Central London. This is for a 6-month fixed term contract with an option to go permanent after this time.

Working within a newly created procurement team to help embed a new purchase to pay system across the organisation, you will play a pivotal role in providing excellent customer service to ensure the smooth introduction of this system. Specific responsibilities include:
* Approving requisitions day to day based on the procurement thresholds that have been put in place.
* Assist staff to place orders, complete sourcing request and resolving any purchasing queries internally and externally.
* Assist the Category Manager with catalogue maintenance duties including identifying and add items as needed.
* Assist with the continual set up and improvement of the new P2P system, including making suggestions to the Procurement Lead of any changes that would be beneficial to the wider organisation.
* Act as a first point of contact with all system queries and resolving any issues.
* Ensure staff across the organisation comply with procurements new policies and procedures.

The successful candidate will have experience within a purchasing-related role, and ideally will be working towards CIPS qualification however this isn't essential. You will be an ambitious, tenacious and resilient individual who can work under pressure and meet deadlines.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for an excellent development role to progress with a career in procurement. Full training on the new P2P system will be provided.

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