Job summary
We are looking for a enthusiastic and self motivated individual to join our busy team to Undertake a Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard (15 months) while working as part of the Procurement team.
To provide of an efficient, cost effective, and responsive procurement service, accurately inputting requisitions while seeking improved rates and undertaking competitive exercises as agreed by the Operational Purchasing Manager.
Candidates must be willing to work individually and as part of a team. The successful applicant must be able to demonstrate a willingness to learn and develop personally and professionally.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Accurate pricing and input of requisitions for goods, services and maintenance.
- Assist with sourcing suppliers with advice from the Operational Purchasing Manager.
- Assist in obtaining quotations for goods / services as directed by the Operational Purchasing Manager.
- Assist in meeting the Procurement Departments savings target.
- Demonstrate good communication and Customer Service Skills.
About us
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
Our mission is to make a difference every day. Our values are that we care, we respect, and we listen
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
The salary for the role is only one part of the excellent package of benefits we offer to you:
- Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- NHS pension scheme membership
- Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
- NHS Staff discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
- Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist with raising the profile of the Procurement Department and promote the benefits of effective and best procurement practice
- Undertake other relevant procurement tasks as and when required.
Communications
- Assist in creating and managing relationships with end users and suppliers to develop product knowledge and other relevant information
- Assist with raising the profile of the Procurement Department and promote the benefits of effective and best procurement practice
- Assist in developing relationships with other Executive organisations within the NHS e.g. Crown Commercial Service (CCS), NHS Supply Chain and surrounding Trusts
- Assist in providing support e.g. product information and product expenditure reports as requested
- Act in accordance with the Trusts Standing Financial Instructions and Standing Orders
- Assist in creating a culture which will ensure the delivery of a professional, fit for purpose purchasing and supply service
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist with raising the profile of the Procurement Department and promote the benefits of effective and best procurement practice
- Undertake other relevant procurement tasks as and when required.
Communications
- Assist in creating and managing relationships with end users and suppliers to develop product knowledge and other relevant information
- Assist with raising the profile of the Procurement Department and promote the benefits of effective and best procurement practice
- Assist in developing relationships with other Executive organisations within the NHS e.g. Crown Commercial Service (CCS), NHS Supply Chain and surrounding Trusts
- Assist in providing support e.g. product information and product expenditure reports as requested
- Act in accordance with the Trusts Standing Financial Instructions and Standing Orders
- Assist in creating a culture which will ensure the delivery of a professional, fit for purpose purchasing and supply service
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE Level or equivalent including grades at C or above.
Knowledge
Desirable
- Knowledge of how to source suppliers
- Knowledge and understanding of purchasing.
- Knowledge and understanding of NHS procurement policies and procedures
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of team work
- Experience in the use of electronic ordering systems.
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Good organisational skills.
- Pleasant and professional telephone manner.
- Good verbal, written, literacy and numeric skills.
- Ability to prioritise workload to enable deadlines to be met.
Desirable
- Customer Service skills.
- Ability to search and access procurement resources.
- Good negotiation skills.
Work Related Circumstances
Essential
- Ability to work flexibly in order to meet deadlines.
- Ability to use own initiative to work successfully alone or as part of a team.
- Light physical effort.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE Level or equivalent including grades at C or above.
Knowledge
Desirable
- Knowledge of how to source suppliers
- Knowledge and understanding of purchasing.
- Knowledge and understanding of NHS procurement policies and procedures
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of team work
- Experience in the use of electronic ordering systems.
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Good organisational skills.
- Pleasant and professional telephone manner.
- Good verbal, written, literacy and numeric skills.
- Ability to prioritise workload to enable deadlines to be met.
Desirable
- Customer Service skills.
- Ability to search and access procurement resources.
- Good negotiation skills.
Work Related Circumstances
Essential
- Ability to work flexibly in order to meet deadlines.
- Ability to use own initiative to work successfully alone or as part of a team.
- Light physical effort.
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.
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.
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).
