Buyer

Sellick Partnership; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

NHS pension scheme

Flexible working

Study support (CIPS)

Job summary

Sellick Partnership is assisting an NHS client in Midlands to recruit a Band 5 Buyer on a permanent basis. The role supports end-to-end procurement, supplier negotiations, and spend analysis in a hybrid Staffo rdshire setup with 2 days on site.

Ideal candidates have NHS procurement exposure, CIPS Level 3 (or working towards it), and strong negotiation and communication skills. Benefits include NHS pension and flexible working options.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Procurement/Buyer role within the NHS or public sector.
• CIPS level 3 or actively working towards it.
• Contract negotiation skills required.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities.
• Source goods and services in line with regulations.
• Lead procurement projects including tendering and negotiations.
• Analyse spend data to identify cost savings and strategic sourcing.
• Develop contracts and supplier strategies for allocated portfolios.
• Evaluate supplier performance and ensure contract compliance.
• Coordinate purchasing schedules, deliveries, and renewals.
• Provide procurement reports and management information.

Skills

Procurement experience

NHS/public sector

CIPS level 3 (or in progress)

Contract negotiation

Strong communicator

Education

CIPS Level 3 (or working towards)

Job description

Position: Buyer

Salary: £32,073 - £39,043 per annum

Location: Hybrid/Staffordshire (2 days per week on site)

Contract: Permanent

Sellick Partnership is delighted to be working with a Midlands-based NHS client in their search for a band 5 Buyer on a permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with NHS buying/procurement experience to take the next step in their procurement career journey.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities
• Source goods and services in line with procurement regulations
• Lead and support procurement projects, including tendering, supplier negotiations, and contract implementation
• Analyse spend data to identify cost‑saving opportunities, contract improvements, and strategic sourcing initiatives
• Manage an allocated procurement portfolio, developing contracts and supplier strategies
• Evaluate supplier performance, ensure contract compliance, and implement corrective actions where required
• Coordinate purchasing schedules, deliveries, logistics, and contract renewals
• Conduct tender evaluations and recommend the most appropriate procurement routes for high‑value contracts
• Advise stakeholders and budget holders on procurement processes, costs, and purchasing strategies
• Produce procurement reports, spend analysis, savings reports, and management information
• Ensure compliance with procurement legislation, governance requirements, financial regulations, and organisational policies
• Support capital procurement projects and whole‑life costing evaluations
• Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders, collaborative procurement partners, and suppliers
• Contribute to strategic sourcing, supplier engagement, standardisation, and sustainability initiatives
• Maintain procurement systems, supplier databases, spend profiles, and contract records
• Provide guidance on procurement best practice, contract management, and purchasing compliance
• Support departmental objectives, continuous improvement initiatives, and procurement strategy delivery

Required experience:

• Experience of working in a Procurement/Buyer position within the NHS or wider public sector
• CIPS level 3 or working towards
• Contract negotiation skills
• Strong communicator - written and verbal

Benefits:

• 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising with longevity
• NHS pension scheme
• Flexible working
• Potential for study support (CIPS) once established in the role