Job summary
- The post holder will report to the Deputy Head of Digital Business Unit and be part of a busy team providing specialist ICT procurementservices and advice to Aneurin Bevan University Health Board.
- The role will work closely with the Digital Procurement Manager and lead on specialist procurement and tendering exercises, negotiationof contract renewals and assist with financial management for the Digital, Data & Technology Directorate in order to assist Heads ofService to deliver the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Integrated Medium-Term Plan.
- As well as managing a team of procurement staff, including their development and mentoring, the post holder will be expected todeputise for the Digital Procurement Manager as and when required.
Main duties of the job
- Act as an authority on statutory financial and procurement regulations and effectively communicate these to non-procurement people.
- Interview prospective suppliers.
- Negotiation of contractual issues with suppliers.
- Provide appropriate written or verbal feedback to suppliers on tendering process during high value contract awards.
- Deputise for the Digital Procurement Manager as required and represent the ICT procurement function at meetings.
- Able to adapt communication style to suit the audience and different communication preferences.
- Demonstrate commercial confidence when managing procurement process.
- Work closely with stakeholders to influence choice and prioritise savings that can deliver value for money to Aneurin Bevan UniversityHealth Board.
- Clearly communicate procurement objectives to own team.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.
We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.
Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Act as an authority on statutory financial and procurement regulations and effectively communicate these to non-procurement people.
- Interview prospective suppliers.
- Negotiation of contractual issues with suppliers.
- Provide appropriate written or verbal feedback to suppliers on tendering process during high value contract awards.
- Deputise for the Digital Procurement Manager as required and represent the ICT procurement function at meetings.
- Able to adapt communication style to suit the audience and different communication preferences.
- Demonstrate commercial confidence when managing procurement process.
- Work closely with stakeholders to influence choice and prioritise savings that can deliver value for money to Aneurin Bevan UniversityHealth Board.
- Clearly communicate procurement objectives to own team.
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
- Act as an authority on statutory financial and procurement regulations and effectively communicate these to non-procurement people.
- Interview prospective suppliers.
- Negotiation of contractual issues with suppliers.
- Provide appropriate written or verbal feedback to suppliers on tendering process during high value contract awards.
- Deputise for the Digital Procurement Manager as required and represent the ICT procurement function at meetings.
- Able to adapt communication style to suit the audience and different communication preferences.
- Demonstrate commercial confidence when managing procurement process.
- Work closely with stakeholders to influence choice and prioritise savings that can deliver value for money to Aneurin Bevan UniversityHealth Board.
- Clearly communicate procurement objectives to own team.
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
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- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
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- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Experience
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- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
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- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Skills and attributes
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- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
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- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
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- Meets all Eseential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
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- Meets all Desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Person Specification
qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Experience
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- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Skills and attributes
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- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
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- Meets all Eseential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
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- Meets all Desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
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).
