Job Posted: 21 October 2024
Job Updated: 21 October 2024
Salary: £27,500 with potential to rise to £30,555 over 3 years
Closing Date: 4th November 2024
We have a great opportunity for a Procurement Assistant within our Medical and Technologies Team.
The Procurement Assistant will work as an integral member of the category teams, ensuring the procurement processes are managed within identified KPIs. They will support the delivery of the end-to-end procurement process for our customers/stakeholders, working to always deliver a high level of customer service to all stakeholders ensuring that relationships and processes are managed effectively allowing overall targets to be achieved.
Every day you will …
* Achieve specific procurement goals or provide support to others while following established procurement systems and protocols.
* Gather and report on information on existing contract performance and provide as input to the new contract process.
* Carry out simple contract management tasks and conduct research using primary data sources to analyze key themes and trends.
* Prepare moderately complex documents using a variety of applications for technology devices such as standard office software.
* Extract relevant data from information provided by others and input it into spreadsheets or standard formats.
* Develop working knowledge of the organization’s policies and procedures and adhere to mandatory procedures to ensure own work is undertaken to the required standards.
* Support stakeholder engagement by arranging actions, meetings, and events.
* Collect and collate information on key cost drivers, market dynamics, and alternative suppliers for more senior colleagues.
* Provide a quality service to customers while identifying opportunities to secure new business or support retention.
What can we offer you?
* Hybrid working opportunities, giving you the flexibility to work collaboratively in the office and remotely.
* Annual bonus schemes, long service, and VIP colleagues awards.
* 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase an additional 5 days.
* In-house training, support, and access to external qualifications.
* 1 day of paid well-being leave and free access to the 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
* Generous pension scheme (12% contribution when you contribute 6%).
* Access to our Flexible Benefits Scheme.
* 2 days of paid volunteering leave.
* Access to many discounts from the Blue Light Card to NHS Discounts.
NHS Supply Chain, who are we?
We support the NHS to save lives and improve health. Our role is to source, deliver and supply healthcare products, services, and food for NHS trusts and healthcare organisations across England and Wales.
What skills will help you thrive in this role?
* Experience working on Microsoft Office and advanced Excel skills.
* Ideally previous experience within a commercial environment.
* Ability to communicate effectively with different audiences.
* Capability to build partnerships and work collaboratively.
* Ability to work without supervision and provide technical guidance.
Want to develop your career with the NHS Supply Chain? Then apply below or reach out for an informal discussion about the role by emailing us at Careers@supplychain.nhs.uk.
Our Inclusive Commitment
At NHS Supply Chain, we are committed to building an inclusive environment where difference is valued. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn’t match perfectly with the job advert.
We reserve the right to close any vacancy from further submissions when we have received sufficient applications. Please apply without delay if you wish to be considered for this role.
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