Purchasing Officer - Procurement (Perm)

NHS National Services Scotland; Scotland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in Scotland is seeking a Purchasing Officer to join their Procurement Team. This permanent role involves ensuring effective procurement processes and delivering best-value practices. The ideal candidate will have experience in purchasing activities and a commitment to inclusion. Informal inquiries can be directed to the interim manager. Competitive compensation and a commitment to a diverse workforce are offered.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the effective processing and procurement of requests.
• Provide tactical support within the Procurement department.
• Deliver best-value procurement practices for optimal value.

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

This is a permanent post of 37 hours per week. The shift pattern is 9AM‑5PM.

NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde is the largest Health Board in Scotland and has a trade spend with third‑party suppliers of approximately £900 million; the Procurement Department provides a comprehensive procurement and logistics service for all Health Board functions.

We are pleased to offer two Purchasing Officer posts within the Procurement Team, an exciting opportunity to join our organisation. One of the posts is permanent while the other is fixed‑term for 12 months to provide temporary cover.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the effective and timely processing and procurement of all requests for relevant suppliers and services within NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde (GG&C).
• Provide tactical and transactionnal support within the Procurement department, including purchasing activity within non‑medical and medical categories, governance and assurance, and purchase‑to‑pay compliance.
• Deliver best‑value procurement practices and efficient processes to ensure optimal value for money in compliance with NHS GGC Standing Financial Instructions and public sector procurement regulations.

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.

Informal Contact: Elaine Gray, Interim Purchasing & Systems Manager, [e-mail], 07812 770 052

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.

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