Job summary NHS Wales' Procurement Strategy sets the vision and direction of Procurement Services in "Delivering value for NHS Wales through people centred services" by providing a world class service to support the Health Boards and Trusts in their delivery of patient care. NHS Wales Shared Services Procurement Department is responsible for delivering a holistic Procure to Pay process to all Health Boards/Trusts in Wales. Main duties of the job An opportunity has arisen to join this existing and dynamic organisation based in the Hywel Dda Frontline Procurement Team. As part of the frontline team, you will be a key team member responsible for delivering the NWSSP Procurement Strategy and supporting the Health Board in the delivery of their strategic aims. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your procurement career in a supportive dynamic, diverse and challenging environment, working at the front end of delivering value for money goods and services to the NHS thus supporting the wellbeing and future generations of Wales. NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership's mission is to enable the delivery of world class public services in Wales through customer focus, collaboration and innovation. NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership welcomes applications from people who share our values: Listening and learning Working together Taking responsibility Innovating The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. About us 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 organisation motivated by continuous improvement. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people. Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers. Offering a comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone. To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visit https://nwssp.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other. Date posted 28 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £30,420 to £37,030 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 043-AC228-1024 Job locations Ty Gorwel Jobs Well Road Carmarthen SA31 3HB Job description Job 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. Job description Job 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 Qualified to CIPS Level 4 (Diploma) or equivalent CIPS Knowledge / Experience which can be demonstrated Ability to be able to define your understanding of: oCategory management oRisk management oWhat the business needs are across the procurement services oDelivering value for money oThe whole supply chain process oKey performance indicators oE-procurement oThe need for compliance oLegal requirements of a contract Desirable ILM Level 3, other management qualifications or working towards a management qualification Knowledge of Health Boards and Trusts Procurement processes/ procedures Skills and Experience Essential Proven experience of delivering complex procurement projects: oAssessment of business need oEvidence of tendering oSpecification writing oEvaluation criteria oContract award reports oContract management oImplementation of contracts oEngaging key stakeholders Experience of managing multiple projects simultaneously Ability to drive and lead a comprehensive data gathering on products and suppliers. Desirable Demonstrate experience of contributing to the business planning processes; assisting development of a contract plan and savings plan Experience of people / staff supervision / management - preferably management experience within a procurement or supply environment. Ability to be able to understand a range of complex category product knowledge that is relevant to NHS Wales customers Aptitude and Attitude Essential A good builder of productive relationships and the skill to be able to maintain effective business partnering relationships. Values Essential Listening and learning Working together Taking responsibility Innovating Person Specification Qualifications Essential Qualified to CIPS Level 4 (Diploma) or equivalent CIPS Knowledge / Experience which can be demonstrated Ability to be able to define your understanding of: oCategory management oRisk management oWhat the business needs are across the procurement services oDelivering value for money oThe whole supply chain process oKey performance indicators oE-procurement oThe need for compliance oLegal requirements of a contract Desirable ILM Level 3, other management qualifications or working towards a management qualification Knowledge of Health Boards and Trusts Procurement processes/ procedures Skills and Experience Essential Proven experience of delivering complex procurement projects: oAssessment of business need oEvidence of tendering oSpecification writing oEvaluation criteria oContract award reports oContract management oImplementation of contracts oEngaging key stakeholders Experience of managing multiple projects simultaneously Ability to drive and lead a comprehensive data gathering on products and suppliers. Desirable Demonstrate experience of contributing to the business planning processes; assisting development of a contract plan and savings plan Experience of people / staff supervision / management - preferably management experience within a procurement or supply environment. Ability to be able to understand a range of complex category product knowledge that is relevant to NHS Wales customers Aptitude and Attitude Essential A good builder of productive relationships and the skill to be able to maintain effective business partnering relationships. Values Essential Listening and learning Working together Taking responsibility Innovating 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership Address Ty Gorwel Jobs Well Road Carmarthen SA31 3HB Employer's website https://nwssp.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)