Procurement Customer Service Officer

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership; Carmarthen; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health services organization in Wales is seeking to enhance its Procurement Team. The successful candidate will support the NHS by delivering value for money through efficient procurement practices. Candidates should possess a relevant qualification and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential, as is experience in procurement functions within a busy environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Agile working approach

Commitment to equality and diversity

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic purchasing principles is essential.
• Experience in a busy office environment is preferred.
• Previous NHS Finance or Procurement experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the NWSSP Procurement Strategy.
• Support the Health Board in strategic aims.
• Collaborate as a team member within the procurement function.

Skills

Confidence in using figures

Time management

Excellent communication

Education

A Level/NVQ Level 3/Advanced certificate in procurement and supply

Procurement or Accountancy qualification at foundation level

Tools

Oracle Financial Management Systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

The NHS Wales Procurement Strategy sets out the vision and direction of Procurement Services by "Securing value for NHS Wales through people-centred services" by providing a first-class service to support Health Boards and Trusts as they look after patients. The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership Procurement Department is responsible for delivering a holistic Procurement to Payment process for all Health Boards/Trusts in Wales.

Main duties of the job

An opportunity has arisen to join this existing and dynamic organisation based in the Hywel Dda Frontline Procurement Team.

As part of the frontline team, you will be a key team member responsible for delivering the NWSSP Procurement Strategy and supporting the Health Board in the delivery of their strategic aims.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your procurement career in a supportive dynamic, diverse and challenging environment, working at the front end of delivering value for money goods and services to the NHS thus supporting the wellbeing and future generations of Wales.

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership's mission is to enable the delivery of world class public services in Wales through customer focus, collaboration and innovation.

• NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership welcomes applications from people who share our values:
• Listening and learning
• Working together
• Taking responsibility

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating.

Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people.

Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.

Offeringa comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone. To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visithttps://nwssp.nhs.wales/working-for-us/

NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other.

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

• A Level/NVQ Level 3/Advanced certificate in procurement and supply
• Ability to demonstrate understanding of or has worked within a role that includes basic purchasing principles
• Procurement or Accountancy qualification at foundation level or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of Oracle Financial Management Systems.

Experience

• Experience in a busy office environment
• Previous NHS Finance and/ or Procurement experience
• Quality Assurance
• Use of Financial Management Systems
• Experience in a procurement function

Aptitude and Abilities

• Demonstrate confidence in using figures
• Ability to use a range of IT software packages such as Microsoft Excel & Word
• Effective time management and organisational skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work as a member of a team and own initiative
• Accurate with attention to detail
• Effective management and organisational skills

Values

• Motivated Adaptable and flexible approach

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.