Job summary
We are looking for a well organised and effective individual who can work within a team of Buyers, providing low value but high-volume buying services across all member Trusts.
They will directly assist the Transactional Buying Team Manager in achieving the future vision of the Tactical and Transactional Buying service.
The post holder will gain a working knowledge of Public Sector procurement in relation to low value but high-volume tactical buying operations and procurement projects.
The role will require good stakeholder engagement skills as they will be required to work across all member Trusts as well as providing support to the Trust and ICS Procurement teams.
The hours for this role will be 08.30 - 16.30 Monday - Friday.
The role is an 18-month Level 3 Procurement and Supply Assistant Apprenticeship which is the process of procurement or buying goods and services, funding rules apply to this apprenticeship. This is a progression role moving to a Band 4 subject to completion of the apprenticeship course.
Apprenticeship eligibility- Have the right to reside in the UK and have been a resident for a minimum of 3 years.
Over the age of 16 and not currently in full-time education.
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Please note - we are unable to obtain a Certificate of Sponsorship (Work Permit) for this role.
Main duties of the job
The Tactical and Transactional Buyer role will directly report into the Transactional Buying Team Manager who will be responsible for leading the Tactical and Transactional Buying team. The Transactional Buyer will be responsible for:
Providing consistent, standard transactional buying of low value, high volume goods and services using aligned policies, processes and procurement systems.
Undertaking and supporting tactical procurements as allocated by the Tactical Buying Team Manager, to support the Procurement Team.
Actioning requisitions and producing orders to external companies as and when required.
Assisting with the achievement of all purchasing and supply strategies.
About us
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us.
We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.
Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.
At West Herts we offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly.
We kindly invite you to consider submitting an application.
If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net
If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form.
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Good communication, negotiation and influencing skills to engage a range of staff and suppliers to undertake Tactical and Transactional buying services.
Engage with multi-stakeholders at a junior and management level.
Develop good external relationship with Tactical and Transactional suppliers to foster effective contracting arrangements for member Trusts.
Support the Transactional Buying Team Manager in conducting frequent face to face, written, verbal and electronic communications with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
Support the Transactional Buying Team Manager in developing strategic procurement plans that are robust and support the overall strategy of the Procurement team.
Directly manage and or support delivery of procurement targets for Tactical and Transactional buying, where applicable.
Maximise satisfaction among both internal and external stakeholders.
Support member Trusts in driving better patient care through securing continuity of Tactical and Transactional supply for critical goods and services.
Ensure correct procurement practices are followed to drive value for money from Tactical and Transactional buying undertaken.
Support the reputation of the Tactical and Transactional Buying team by providing a highly professional service.
Promote standardisation and supplier rationalisation across member Trusts using the Tactical and Transactional Buying service.
Maintain up to date information for the Transactional Buying Team.
Manager on progress against Tactical and Transactional savings workplans.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Good communication, negotiation and influencing skills to engage a range of staff and suppliers to undertake Tactical and Transactional buying services.
Engage with multi-stakeholders at a junior and management level.
Develop good external relationship with Tactical and Transactional suppliers to foster effective contracting arrangements for member Trusts.
Support the Transactional Buying Team Manager in conducting frequent face to face, written, verbal and electronic communications with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
Support the Transactional Buying Team Manager in developing strategic procurement plans that are robust and support the overall strategy of the Procurement team.
Directly manage and or support delivery of procurement targets for Tactical and Transactional buying, where applicable.
Maximise satisfaction among both internal and external stakeholders.
Support member Trusts in driving better patient care through securing continuity of Tactical and Transactional supply for critical goods and services.
Ensure correct procurement practices are followed to drive value for money from Tactical and Transactional buying undertaken.
Support the reputation of the Tactical and Transactional Buying team by providing a highly professional service.
Promote standardisation and supplier rationalisation across member Trusts using the Tactical and Transactional Buying service.
Maintain up to date information for the Transactional Buying Team.
Manager on progress against Tactical and Transactional savings workplans.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Desirable
- Maths & English GCSE grade A-C/4-9
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of email, word processing and spread sheet
Desirable
- A willingness to gain knowledge of Best Practice in Purchasing and EU Procurement Regulations
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of working in a customer focused environment
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Desirable
- Maths & English GCSE grade A-C/4-9
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of email, word processing and spread sheet
Desirable
- A willingness to gain knowledge of Best Practice in Purchasing and EU Procurement Regulations
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of working in a customer focused environment
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).
