The successful applicant will work as part of the busy operational purchasing team and will be required to be involved in the day to day purchasing and supply needs of the Trust, ensuring that critical supplies of medical and related goods are purchased in a timely manner and to the rigorous standards of the NHS. This is a crucial role and one which requires the successful candidate to have a determined approach to their work, balancing cost and quality issues with an overriding aim of guaranteeing that the needs of wards and departments are always delivered on time, to maintain patient care. The Procurement Department also takes a leading role in identifying and reporting on cost improvements and the activity of the Buyer is central to this process.
Main duties of the job
The role includes the purchase of goods and services on behalf of the Trust and at all times endeavour to achieve best value in accordance with the Procurement Department's agreed procurement procedures and policies and the Trust's Procurement Strategy. In carrying out these tasks a buyer must use a number of computer applications, act on their own initiative, be flexible in approach to their duties and advise all users on the optimum supply route for their requirements.
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
* GCSE English C or above or equivalent
* GCSE Maths C or above or equivalent
* European Computer Driving Licence or equivalent
* Possess or be studying for the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) Diploma in Procurement and Supply or relevant NVQ or equivalent business qualification
* College educated
Knowledge and Training
* Be numerate and have a good general level of education
* An ability to follow procedures and manuals
* Able to fulfil the requirements of the role
* Be familiar with spreadsheet and word processing software i.e., Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word or equivalent
* Knowledge of the CIPS Professional Code of Ethics
* Familiar with Microsoft Access or equivalent
Experience
* Have experience of working in a busy procurement / supply / finance office
* Significant Healthcare purchasing experience
* Worked with purchase order systems and be familiar with e-commerce processes
* Customer Service experience
Communication & Relationship Skills
* Honesty, thorough, conscientious, and patient
* Motivated to work in a non-profit making organisation
* Good Verbal communication skills and ability to explain things to other members of the team and customers
* Interested in the NHS
* Shows commitment and looks to extend his/her role/experiences
* Ability to be courteous and responsive
* Be pro-active in helping others within and outside the department
* Neat appearance, punctual and can keep to deadlines
* Personable and yet assertive
Analytical & Judgement Skills
* Good verbal and written communication skills, familiar with email/internet
Planning & Organisational Skills
* Aptitude for self-motivation and showing initiative
* Flexible approach to work
* Ability to work in a team
* Likes to work in the NHS, help to improve patient care
* Enjoys the challenge of new tasks
Physical Skills
* Ability to handle goods / packaging for return
* Ability to manoeuvre delivery cages or similar
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Trust Values
* Able to provide safe, caring, and effective services
* Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility
* Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong and their contribution is valued
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Salary: £24,071 to £25,674 a year Pro Rata Per Annum
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