Job summary
If you're looking for a career in Procurement that keeps you motivated, offers potential for personal development and puts you in a position to make a positive difference to the NHS in Wales, then NWSSP Procurement Services has a career that will interest you.
NWSSP Procurement Services is an established employer that supports the delivery of goods and services to NHS Wales. We aim to be a "trusted advisor" and indispensable partner for our customers on all procurement issues. We aim to be an organisation that is thought of positively by people who work both for us and with us, whilst adhering to a clear set of values that underpin everything we do. We are an award winning employer, regularly being recognised both locally and nationally for the work that we do for NHS Wales in the world of procurement.
We are committed to the development of our staff and each year we are able to support the progression of our staff through the levels of CIPS qualifications - our goal is to have a fully skilled, dedicated professional workforce that supports NHS Wales in all areas of the Procure to Pay process.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will have experience working in a busy office environment with an understanding of basic purchasing principles, will provide an efficient and professional customer service, which delivers on-going cost efficiencies/benefits in line with the Procurement teams' objectives.
A member of the Team, who will be required to adopt a flexible approach to any activities undertaken, which will require the exercise of initiative, although operating within procedural guidelines. Liaison with staff at all levels within the stakeholder organisations, other NHS staff and external suppliers.
Skills required for the role include attention to detail, working to deadlines (time management skills) and the understanding and use of multiple operating systems (IT literacy important).
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.
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 and Knowledge
Essential
- A Level qualification OR Educated to NVQ Level 3 OR Advanced certificate in procurement and supply OR Ability to demonstrate understanding of or has worked within a role that includes basic purchasing principles, stock control, and customer care
Desirable
- Potential to progress towards achieving professional qualification Procurement or Accountancy qualification at foundation level or equivalent experience
- Knowledge of Oracle Financial Management Systems.
- Environmental Purchasing
Expierience
Essential
- Experience in a busy office environment
Desirable
- Previous NHS Finance and/ or Procurement experience
- Quality Assurance
- Use of Financial Management Systems
- Experience in a procurement function
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrate confidence in using figures Ability to use a range of IT software packages such as Microsoft Excel & Word
- Effective time management and organisational skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Able to organise own and others workload efficiently.
- Ability to communicate with staff at all levels and disciplines in the organisation.
- Ability to work as a member of a team and own initiative.
- Capacity for sustained concentration.
- Ability to establish good relationships.
- Ability to deal with stressful situations and irate suppliers and to demonstrate customer care skills.
- Accurate with attention to detail
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable to level 3 in understanding, speaking, reading and writing in Welsh
Other
Essential
- Motivated
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Ability to travel across sites
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake further studies and attend personal development courses
- Deliver excellent customer service to our internal and external customers, helping us to maintain the customer service excellence standard
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- A Level qualification OR Educated to NVQ Level 3 OR Advanced certificate in procurement and supply OR Ability to demonstrate understanding of or has worked within a role that includes basic purchasing principles, stock control, and customer care
Desirable
- Potential to progress towards achieving professional qualification Procurement or Accountancy qualification at foundation level or equivalent experience
- Knowledge of Oracle Financial Management Systems.
- Environmental Purchasing
Expierience
Essential
- Experience in a busy office environment
Desirable
- Previous NHS Finance and/ or Procurement experience
- Quality Assurance
- Use of Financial Management Systems
- Experience in a procurement function
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrate confidence in using figures Ability to use a range of IT software packages such as Microsoft Excel & Word
- Effective time management and organisational skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Able to organise own and others workload efficiently.
- Ability to communicate with staff at all levels and disciplines in the organisation.
- Ability to work as a member of a team and own initiative.
- Capacity for sustained concentration.
- Ability to establish good relationships.
- Ability to deal with stressful situations and irate suppliers and to demonstrate customer care skills.
- Accurate with attention to detail
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable to level 3 in understanding, speaking, reading and writing in Welsh
Other
Essential
- Motivated
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Ability to travel across sites
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake further studies and attend personal development courses
- Deliver excellent customer service to our internal and external customers, helping us to maintain the customer service excellence standard
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).
