Job summary
Would you like to further develop your career in
procurement?
We are looking to
appoint two Senior Procurement Officers on secondment basis for a 12 months
fixed term to provide an effective, efficient professional procurement service
for Synchronicity Care Limited and the wider Trust Board.
If you are a highly motivated individual who has the drive,
enthusiasm and ability to work in a challenging and rewarding environment then
we'd like to speak to you about this exciting opportunity.
We can offer you a unique opportunity for you to broaden
your procurement career, with a platform to network, continue to develop your
skills and reputation in the region and help you to access onward training and
development.
The role offers flexible, hybrid working.
For an informal chat please call or e-mail Julie
Warnett on julie.warnett@nhs.net or 0734207115.
Main duties of the job
The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience
within public sector procurement in tendering, facilitating procurement
projects and developing procurement forward plans.
Responsible for the successful procurement of goods and
services engaging with a wide range of stakeholders to deliver excellent
patient care. This will include complex procurement projects through
facilitation of tendering exercises and utilising framework agreements where appropriate.
The ideal candidate will act as an advocate to
drive improvements in the development and implementation of procurement
documentation, policies and ways of working to achieve best practice and
compliance. Managing and mentoring a
small number of procurement professionals, supporting individuals to develop
their knowledge and skills to progress and improve performance will be a key
element of the role and is a perfect opportunity to develop and enhance your
management and leadership skills.
About us
CDD Services / SCL is a wholly owned subsidiary of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) set up to deliver a range of non-clinical services The company is a separate legal body to CDDFT.
CDD Services offers its own Terms and Conditions of employment which differ to the national NHS Terms and Conditions. As an employee in the company you will benefit from:
- A Competitive salary
- Excellent Performance Related Bonus Scheme
- Access to a pension scheme - National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) CDD Services will pay a 3% contribution (this is over and above the minimum contribution rate at the present time)
- Night Shift Working Allowances (where appropriate)
- Bank Holiday Working Allowances (where appropriate)
Bank work is offered on an 'as and when' basis with no guaranteed hours and will be paid on a pro-rata hourly rate for hours worked only.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For
more information about the advertised role, and the main job
duties/responsibilities please head to the Job Description located under the
supporting documents heading.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For
more information about the advertised role, and the main job
duties/responsibilities please head to the Job Description located under the
supporting documents heading.
Person Specification
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Working knowledge of the Public Contract Regulations and Provider Selection Regime and its application within public sector procurement. This knowledge must be underpinned by theory and experience.
- Experience in the development of strong stakeholder relationships, with the skills to on-board and motive stakeholders throughout programme of work.
- Working knowledge of project management and project forward planning underpinned by applied experience.
- Strong communication skills and persuasiveness in presenting, negotiating and resolving complex issues.
- IT skills literate in Microsoft packages, including Outlook, Word,, Excel and Power point.
- Must be pragmatic, structured & adaptable.
- Working knowledge of National Procurement Strategies and associated plans.
Special Requirements
Essential
- A positive, enthusiastic, supportive team player.
- Ability to work from and travel between any SCL / Trust site/location
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience of working within a large, complex procurement environment, ability to demonstrate sound knowledge in:
- Working knowledge and fully conversant with the Procurement legislations and their application within a public sector procurement environment.
- Proven experience of managing large, complex procurement programme that cut across a variety of stakeholders.
- Change management.
- Relationship management.
- Project management.
- Data analysis.
- Presentation skills.
- Staff development and guidance.
- Proven experience of delivery year on year on strategic targets and objectives.
- Experience of day to day line management of staff.
Qualifications
Essential
- MCIPS Qualified (or close to completion) (Member of Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply) or significant equivalent experience.
- GCSE Maths and English Grade A-C (or equivalent)
- Evidence of continued professional development including in the areas of procurement and contract management.
Desirable
- Management / Leadership Qualification (CMI Level 5, Foundation Degree) or equivalent experience and academic ability for the post demands of the post.
- Project Management Qualification (such as, PRINCE2 practitioner) or equivalent experience
Person Specification
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Working knowledge of the Public Contract Regulations and Provider Selection Regime and its application within public sector procurement. This knowledge must be underpinned by theory and experience.
- Experience in the development of strong stakeholder relationships, with the skills to on-board and motive stakeholders throughout programme of work.
- Working knowledge of project management and project forward planning underpinned by applied experience.
- Strong communication skills and persuasiveness in presenting, negotiating and resolving complex issues.
- IT skills literate in Microsoft packages, including Outlook, Word,, Excel and Power point.
- Must be pragmatic, structured & adaptable.
- Working knowledge of National Procurement Strategies and associated plans.
Special Requirements
Essential
- A positive, enthusiastic, supportive team player.
- Ability to work from and travel between any SCL / Trust site/location
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience of working within a large, complex procurement environment, ability to demonstrate sound knowledge in:
- Working knowledge and fully conversant with the Procurement legislations and their application within a public sector procurement environment.
- Proven experience of managing large, complex procurement programme that cut across a variety of stakeholders.
- Change management.
- Relationship management.
- Project management.
- Data analysis.
- Presentation skills.
- Staff development and guidance.
- Proven experience of delivery year on year on strategic targets and objectives.
- Experience of day to day line management of staff.
Qualifications
Essential
- MCIPS Qualified (or close to completion) (Member of Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply) or significant equivalent experience.
- GCSE Maths and English Grade A-C (or equivalent)
- Evidence of continued professional development including in the areas of procurement and contract management.
Desirable
- Management / Leadership Qualification (CMI Level 5, Foundation Degree) or equivalent experience and academic ability for the post demands of the post.
- Project Management Qualification (such as, PRINCE2 practitioner) or equivalent experience
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.
Employer details
Employer name
CDD Services (Synchronicity Care Ltd)
Address
The Centre For Health
Traynor Way
Whitehouse Business Park
Peterlee
County Durham
SR8 2RU
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
