Procurement Specialist Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to work as part of a dynamic specialist Clinical Procurement and Market Management team within Arden and GEM Commissioning Support Unit.
You will deliver a strategic service for customers that delivers high value, improved patient care and cost efficiency savings.
You should have public sector procurement experience, including coordinating projects in complex and challenging environments, ideally gained within the NHS or Healthcare sector.
If you are an experienced procurement professional looking to make a tangible impact in healthcare, we want to hear from you.
Role Scope: Full time hours - 37.5 per week A fixed-term agreement for 12 months A remote work schedule.
What you'll gain: Here at our organisation, we're all about valuing your hard work and commitment: Enjoy a salary of £46,148- £52,809 per annum (7) dependent on your experience and the number of years you have worked within the NHS.
Access the latest and most advanced technologies, empowering you to stay at the forefront of your field.
Here, your growth and creativity are encouraged at every turn.
We're committed to celebrating diversity and ensuring inclusivity, where every voice matters and contributes to our collective success.
Key Responsibilities: To work as part of a dynamic specialist clinical procurement and market management team, delivering a strategic service, ensuring we are meeting our customers' needs and overall business objectives.
Work with the customers to deliver a robust work plan that will meet the needs of the Healthcare community and deliver benefits to the wider population.
Effectively manage sourcing and procurement processes that translate into robust procurement projects that comply with procurement guidance and legal frameworks.
Develop relationships with strategic providers to maintain delivery performance and a good working knowledge of changing market conditions.
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Knowledge & Skills: Professional qualification in procurement (e.g CIPS).
Strong knowledge of procurement regulations, including NHS or Public Sector frameworks.
You will have experience in a procurement environment, ideally gained within the NHS.
You will be a clear communicator with excellent negotiation, analytical, and presentation skills.
Understanding of the NHS Commissioning landscape would be advantageous.
You will be skilled in communicating on complex matters that may require persuasion and influence.
Next Steps: We value independent thinking and risk-taking.
We believe that every team member should have the opportunity to contribute and share their ideas.
Our culture encourages a healthy work-life balance, and we strive to create an enjoyable and supportive working environment.
Visit our website at www.ardengemcsu.nhs.uk to learn more about who we are and apply.
Note: We are not sponsoring this position, so applicants must be UK residents.
At Arden & GEM CSU, we prioritise making the application process easy and accessible.
As an NHS employer, we sometimes hire through NHS Jobs, LinkedIn, or other external job boards.
Whether you choose LinkedIn's one-click CV submission or prefer to submit an application form via NHS Jobs, every application is valued equally, and the choice of how you apply is yours!
At Arden & GEM, we embrace change and value inclusivity.
We recognise that your time is precious and that work-life balance matters.
Apply in the way that suits you best - and join us to make a difference!