Procurement Officer (2 posts)
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Job summary
We are looking for an experienced Procurement Officer to deliver our strategic procurement service for our customers.
You will contribute significantly to the delivery of procurement projects within key markets.
Main duties of the job
You will work as part of a dynamic specialist Clinical Procurement and Market Management team within the Operations Directorate of the AGCSU. You will be responsible for specific projects that will support the Service Lead for Clinical Procurement and Market Management in delivering an effective and efficient service against the agreed work plan and key performance indicators.
The specific requirements of this role are as follows:
o To support the delivery of clinical procurements (low/medium complexity) within a portfolio of projects/programme that delivers high value, improved patient care and cost efficiency savings across the CSU customer baseo Delivering tenders or mini competitions in line with specific work planrequirementso Use of e-tendering tools to support procurements and to become an expert within this fieldo Ensure accurate and open communication and co-ordination with a range of organisations and individuals, researching and drafting correspondence and papers and ensuring the management of specific tasks, lead reporting and analysis across a range of specialties, functions and projectso Participate in relevant internal and external working groups/projects, services, and initiatives which may be complex, sensitive, political, and contain contentious information with the aim of providing information and analytical advice to the teams.o Required to maintain constructive relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.
About us
Arden & GEM is a leading Commissioning Support Unit (CSU) working across the health and care system in England to provide transformational solutions, business support and clinical services. We work in partnership with other health and care organisations to design, develop and deliver better care for patients that improves health outcomes while making efficient use of resources. Regardless of function, specialism, or location, we are all united in our commitment to improving health and wellbeing for everyone.
We are a multi award-winning organisation that has achieved the prestigious Investors in People Gold Award for 'We invest in people' and 'We invest in wellbeing' and are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We believe that every team member should have the opportunity to contribute and share their ideas.
We reward the hard work and commitment of our people with the following benefits:
- A competitive salary with annual pay reviews
- A generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme
- Flexible working and family friendly policies, including enhanced parental leave and pay
- A wide range of in-house and external learning and development opportunities
- Access to salary sacrifice and discount schemes
- Access to employee assistance and occupational health services.
Details
Date posted
25 October 2023
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
880-5702399
Job locations
Cardinal Square
10 Nottingham Road
Derby
DE1 3QT
Employer details
Employer name
NHS Arden and Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit
Address
Cardinal Square
10 Nottingham Road
Derby
DE1 3QT
Employer's website
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