BUYER
- Employer
- National Union of Students
- Location
- Macclesfield, Cheshire
- Salary
- £24,328 - £27,760
- Closing date
- 27 Jul 2016
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- Business Sector
- Food & Drink
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
- Function
- Buying
About NUS
The National Union of Students (NUS) is a voluntary membership organisation which makes a real difference to the lives of students and its member students' unions.
We are a confederation of 600 students' unions amounting to more than 95 percent of all higher and further education unions in the UK. Through our member students' unions, we represent the interests of more than seven million students.
About the role
NUS runs a successful purchasing consortium for students’ unions, and has a proud track record of using our national commercial contracts to leverage influence on our supply chain.
We are now searching for a talented Buyer to join the trading support team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the tender process within designated product categories.
We are looking for an experienced purchasing professional, with a proven track record of contract negotiations.
As one of our Buyers, you will be highly motivated, enthusiastic and possess excellent communication skills.
Benefits
In addition to your basic salary we also offer a generous benefits package which includes:
- 27 days holiday (plus 1 extra day each year to a maximum of 30) plus 4 days over the Christmas period as well as public holidays
- Childcare voucher scheme with a further childcare allowance to support parents
- Flexible working options
- An individual health cash plan
- Employee assistance scheme including a GP advice line, virtual doctor, counselling, medical information and legal advice
- A generous pension scheme (employer matched up to a maximum of 6% of basic salary)
- Access to learning and development opportunities
How to apply
For more information please read the role profile and to apply please complete the application form and diversity monitoring form both available on our website.
Closing Date: 11th July 2016
Please note we do not accept CVs or pdf documents.
Completed applications should be returned to recruitment@nus.org.uk
NUS is committed to being an inclusive employer and having a diverse workforce. We particularly welcome and encourage applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic background.
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