Senior Purchasing Officer

Senior Purchasing Officer

We are looking for a Senior Purchasing Officer to join our team. This is a 28‑hour per week, part‑time, permanent role offering a salary of £23,692 (pro‑rata) per annum.

At Wirral Met College our purpose is to provide inclusive, highest‑quality education and training opportunities to meet the aspirations of students and the needs of the local community.

To work as a member of the College’s Finance team providing an outstanding service at all times. Helping to support the processing of finance documents and maintaining the College’s purchase and general ledgers in a timely and accurate manner.

• To document and maintain financial procedures for the areas allocated; ensure that such procedures are followed and the finance system is maintained to a high degree of accuracy.
• To play a proactive role in ensuring that the College’s Financial Regulations / Standing Orders are adhered to at all times. Monitor and promptly report on financial transactions outside of the agreed procedures and/or breaches of Financial Regulations to the College Accountant.
• To maintain and promote an efficient and effective purchasing policy and system responsive to the needs of managers and staff.

• English/literacy qualification at level 2 or above
• Maths/numeracy qualification at level 2 or above
• Demonstrate knowledge of Purchase Ledger requirements
• Significant experience in a Purchase Ledger role
• Significant experience in ensuring compliance with finance policies

• Outstanding facilities in state‑of‑the‑art environments
• Enhanced annual leave entitlement
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies and leave
• DBS checks completed and paid for by the employer
• Company is committed to CPD
• Flexible approach to work
• Pension contribution rates currently at 20.8%
• Access to free car parking (subject to availability)

Wirral Met College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants who are offered employment will be subject to a record check from the Disclosure and Barring Services before the appointment is confirmed.

It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Wirral Met College is actively committed to maintaining an environment which promotes and embeds equality, diversity and inclusion as a core value and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. The College ensures the principles of the Equality Act 2010 are adhered to and all job applicants and employees are treated equitably and fairly.