Job summary This post is fixed term/secondment for 2 years due to - meet the needs of the service Responsible for the purchase of selected goods and services in accordance with Procurement policies and procedures by obtaining and analysing quotations, processing orders/entering data in line with the COM, onto the computerised purchase order system achieving financial and performance targets. Assist in the acquisition of routine and non-routine goods and services for the delivery of the equipment requirements for the new Velindre Cancer Centre, recommending sources of supply and savings opportunities to customers, ensuring efficiency and demonstrating value for money. Undertake the negotiation of non compliant Non Pay expenditure in accordance with Health Board/Trust's Standing Orders/SFIs and all other relevant legislation, to ensure reduction in Non Catalogue requests and increase in catalogue usage, assisting the Procurement Business Relationship Team in the delivery of the Velindre Cancer Centre project Main duties of the job This is an exciting opportunity to work as a Procurement Assistant within the Cardiff and Vale Integrated Partnership Frontline team. This post is to support the wider team to provide procurement advice and support. The post holder will need to demonstrate skills including the ability to use Excel for interpreting data and possess good communication skills. 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 have high standards and expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening & Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility & Innovating, whilst ensuring trust, honesty and compassion are implicit in everything that we do.We are adaptable, agile and flexible and pride ourselves on being a learning organisation - one where it is safe to make mistakes, where blame is replaced by opportunity, learning and improvement. Innovation is built into everything that we do. We recognise our people regularly and have an Appreciation Station, to encourage staff to applaud exemplary behaviour in one another, alongside an Annual Staff Recognition Award ceremony aligned to our values.We respect and value our people and strive for a culture of compassion and inclusivity. We are a bilingual organisation, and we have a team of Change Champions who advocate 'This is Our NWSSP' our principal change programme. Similarly, PROUD is our new staff network welcoming LGBT colleagues and allies to come together in a safe space for discussions, event planning and the opportunity to build supportive networks. We have a comprehensive benefits package where there is something for everyone, supporting health, engagement and wellbeing and includes an Employee Assistance Programme. We have over 30 Mental Health First Aiders and work in partnership with local and national organisations to ensure the well-being and resilience of our people. Date posted 17 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,433 to £26,060 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 2 years Working pattern Full-time Reference number 043-AC010-0125 Job locations Woodland House Maes Y Coed Road Cardiff CF14 4XW 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 Knowledge Essential Knowledge of purchasing principles and contract law Proven ability to establish and enhance effective working relationships with stakeholders Desirable Knowledge of procurement processes Ability to work to deadlines Skills Essential Excellent interpersonal skills Proven ability to use Microsoft products Desirable Ability to work positively as part of a team Ability to analyse and interpret complex data sets Welsh Speaker Person Specification Knowledge Essential Knowledge of purchasing principles and contract law Proven ability to establish and enhance effective working relationships with stakeholders Desirable Knowledge of procurement processes Ability to work to deadlines Skills Essential Excellent interpersonal skills Proven ability to use Microsoft products Desirable Ability to work positively as part of a team Ability to analyse and interpret complex data sets Welsh Speaker 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 Woodland House Maes Y Coed Road Cardiff CF14 4XW Employer's website https://nwssp.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)