Procurement Business Partner
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
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Job summary
Procurement Business Partner
Department: Procurement
Band 6 Full time
Hours: 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
We are looking to recruit a dynamic individual to join our Procurement team in delivering a high-quality procurement service to the Trust. The successful candidate will have experience of conducting tendering processes within a public sector organisation and therefore have good knowledge of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. Also should have extensive experience of managing a team.
You will be a skilled negotiator, able to influence and manage internal customer expectations as well as maintaining good supplier relationships. You will have excellent communication and presentation skills, be results focussed with a track record of savings and benefits delivery.
To find out more about this exciting opportunity please contact Lisa Johnston- Head of Procurement by email Lisa.johnston@mkuh.nhs.uk
Main duties of the job
Support the development, implementation and management of the procurement strategy and work plans to ensure compliance with andachievement of the trust's overall objectives.
Contribute to the delivery of highly effective, compliant and customer focused procurement services which meets the Trusts procurement and materials management requirements, including the Cost Improvement Plan (CIP) targets.
Support the development of promoting excellent customer relationships, balancing commercial and clinical considerations in the purchasing of products and services, and ensuring these are imbedded into contractual agreements.
Support the development of excellent customer/stakeholder relationships and ensuring that best value solutions are adopted by the trust. Take the lead in developing key strategies for sourcing and contract management within allocated division spend area.
- Work with the Head of Procurement to monitor, measure and record the performance of the procurement and supply chain function against key result areas as outlined in the procurement strategy and work plans, and contribute to regular reports for trust committees and boards.
To assist as directed in managing day to day procurement issues, attending meetings, seminars, and representing the trust at regional and national procurement forums.
About us
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Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
Date posted
25 July 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£35,392 to £42,618 a year Per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
430-CORP1468A
Job locations
Supplies Dept (Dept)
Milton Keynes
MK6 5LD
Employer details
Employer name
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Supplies Dept (Dept)
Milton Keynes
MK6 5LD
Employer's website
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