Job summary
To
ensure effective communications between the customer base and the Procurement
Services Department, with particular regard to the procurement of goods and
services required by CHoICE to meet the required standards of patient care, in
line with all relevant Public Sector Requirements / Local Requirements etc.
The
job holders brief will include the day to day management of procurement and
supply chain activities to ensure value for money for the whole of CHoICE, in a
timely and professional manner.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to offer support within the
Purchasing team to ensure that an effective and efficient procurement service
is provided to the Organisation, and that all Purchase Orders are processed
correctly and invoices paid within the Organisations Standard Financial
Instructions and Public Sector Payment Policy. Excellent communication skills
are essential to this post, as is the ability to recognise the most appropriate
and effective method of communication for the task at hand.
Process computerised receipts, order amendments to reflect
invoicing details and liaising with both internal and external stakeholders to
ensure order details are correct and match invoices.
Joint working with Accounts Payable to identify areas where
improvements can be made.
About us
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City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE - trading since 2014) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT). Based at Sunderland Royal Hospital, providing a full range of Facilities Management, Procurement and Outpatient Pharmacy services. We employ around 650 staff in a wide range of functions, ranging from cleaners, porters, engineers, procurement specialists and pharmacists.
Commitment, Care and Compassion- our Team contribute to the overall hospital environment, providing safe, secure and comfortable facilities for access by patients, staff and visitors. CHoICE is an exciting place to work that will provide you with an opportunity to grow and develop. Many of our staff work flexibly, including part-time and we are committed to offering flexible approaches to work where possible. We provide a range of benefits including Fitness Centre (SRH), cycle to work scheme and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
We welcome all applications regardless of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and in particular those from under-represented groups.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To ensure effective communications
between the customer base and the Procurement Services Department, with
particular regard to the procurement of goods and services required by CHoICE
to meet the required standards of patient care, in line with all relevant
Public Sector Requirements / Local Requirements etc.
The job holders brief will include the
day to day management of procurement and supply chain activities to ensure
value for money for the whole of CHoICE, in a timely and professional manner.
To reduce processing activity by
utilisation of electronic procure to pay ordering systems.
PLEASE SEE JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FURTHER DETAILS
Please note the Trust are not able to offer Skilled Worker Sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the UKVI threshold requirements. Applicants are requested to consider this when making their application. Please visitGov.UKfor further information
Job description
Job responsibilities
To ensure effective communications
between the customer base and the Procurement Services Department, with
particular regard to the procurement of goods and services required by CHoICE
to meet the required standards of patient care, in line with all relevant
Public Sector Requirements / Local Requirements etc.
The job holders brief will include the
day to day management of procurement and supply chain activities to ensure
value for money for the whole of CHoICE, in a timely and professional manner.
To reduce processing activity by
utilisation of electronic procure to pay ordering systems.
PLEASE SEE JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FURTHER DETAILS
Please note the Trust are not able to offer Skilled Worker Sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the UKVI threshold requirements. Applicants are requested to consider this when making their application. Please visitGov.UKfor further information
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Decision maker.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Very Customer Orientated.
- Prioritisation Skills
- -Methodical
- -Numerate
- -Problem Solving
- -Motivated
- IT Skills.
- Written communication.
- Negotiation skills.
- Analytical.
- Influential.
- Assertive with tact and diplomacy.
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic Numeracy & Literacy Skills to Level 1 or equivalent
- CSE or GSCE Level of Education
- Basic IT Skills
Desirable
- Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPs) (or equivalent) degree or actively willing to work towards.
Experience
Desirable
- Previous NHS experience within a Supplies Department undertaking procurement of goods and services.
- Negotiating savings and providing value for money.
- Experience of analysing procurement data.
- Knowledge of public sector procurement rules and regulations.
Attitude
Essential
- Good communicator, both oral and written.
- Office based, however, there is a requirement to visit Wards/Departments within the Hospital site and other Hospital sites for meetings.
- Requirement for new tasks to be undertaken as required.
- Proactive and reactive to situations.
- Desire to add value and promote the role of procurement.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to manage several projects at the same time.
- Career minded.
- Team player.
- Caring
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Decision maker.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Very Customer Orientated.
- Prioritisation Skills
- -Methodical
- -Numerate
- -Problem Solving
- -Motivated
- IT Skills.
- Written communication.
- Negotiation skills.
- Analytical.
- Influential.
- Assertive with tact and diplomacy.
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic Numeracy & Literacy Skills to Level 1 or equivalent
- CSE or GSCE Level of Education
- Basic IT Skills
Desirable
- Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPs) (or equivalent) degree or actively willing to work towards.
Experience
Desirable
- Previous NHS experience within a Supplies Department undertaking procurement of goods and services.
- Negotiating savings and providing value for money.
- Experience of analysing procurement data.
- Knowledge of public sector procurement rules and regulations.
Attitude
Essential
- Good communicator, both oral and written.
- Office based, however, there is a requirement to visit Wards/Departments within the Hospital site and other Hospital sites for meetings.
- Requirement for new tasks to be undertaken as required.
- Proactive and reactive to situations.
- Desire to add value and promote the role of procurement.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to manage several projects at the same time.
- Career minded.
- Team player.
- Caring
