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Our “Benefits” video has been created to highlight and showcase some of the benefits of working for the NHS and NWSSP: https://youtu.be/zX3x046SDhg
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Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
Job Overview
If you’re looking for a career in Procurement that keeps you motivated, offers potential for personal development, and puts you in a position to make a positive difference to the NHS in Wales, then NWSSP Procurement Services has a career that will interest you.
NWSSP Procurement Services is an established employer that supports the delivery of goods and services to NHS Wales. We aim to be a “trusted advisor” and indispensable partner for our customers on all procurement issues. We are an award-winning employer, regularly being recognized both locally and nationally for the work that we do for NHS Wales in the world of procurement.
Main duties of the job
The role involves managing the procurement workplan for the National Sourcing team. The role will be required to work with other members in the team and stakeholders at all levels to ensure effective delivery of the category strategy in line with organizational and policy goals.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility, and Innovating.
Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organization motivated by continuous improvement. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity, and inclusion, focusing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people.
Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. Qualified to CIPS Level 5 (Advanced Diploma) or equivalent CIPS Knowledge / Experience
Desirable criteria
1. ILM Level 4
Experience
Essential criteria
1. Proven experience of delivering complex procurement projects
2. Experience of managing multiple projects simultaneously
3. Experience of dealing with contract legislation, compliance, and probity issues
4. Delivering savings
5. Experience of people/staff supervision
6. Experience of managing risk
7. Experience of category management
8. Experience of engaging with and managing a wide range of stakeholders in a professional manner
Desirable criteria
1. Awareness of quality standards and ISO policies and procedures
2. Experience of business planning
Skills
Essential criteria
1. Comprehensive data gathering
2. Communicate complex information
3. Influencing and negotiation skills
4. IT proficient
5. The ability to engage with and manage a wide range of stakeholders in a professional manner
Desirable criteria
1. Ability to understand a range of complex category product knowledge
Other
Desirable criteria
1. Welsh speaker
We are committed to flexible working and equal opportunities.
If you are shortlisted for an interview, you will be contacted by email using the email address with which you registered. Please ensure that you check your email account regularly.
Prior consideration for this vacancy will be given to staff awaiting redeployment. We therefore reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any stage.
When applying for this post, it is essential that you read the Job Description and Person Specification (where available) and demonstrate how your skills, knowledge, and experience meet the requirements of the person specification. Only candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted.
To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa, unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK/RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK. If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.
Applicant requirements
Welsh language skills are desirable.
Documents to download
* JD&PS (PDF, 544.3KB)
* JD&PS Welsh (PDF, 536.3KB)
* OH form (PDF, 656.5KB)
* NWSSP Recruitment Services Privacy Notice (PDF, 696.3KB)
* NWSSP - About Us (PDF, 6.6MB)
* NWSSP - Our Benefits 2023 (PDF, 487.5KB)
* NWSSP - Buddion (PDF, 491.0KB)
* PCGC - Amdanom (PDF, 6.7MB)
* Guidance Notes for Applicants April 2024 (PDF, 278.7KB)
* IMTP Summary 2024-2027 (PDF, 13.7MB)
* IMTP Summary 2024-2027 - Cymraeg (PDF, 13.7MB)
Further details / informal visits contact
Name: Vicky Evans
Job title: Assistant Head of National Sourcing
Email address: vicky.evans@wales.nhs.uk #J-18808-Ljbffr