Lead Procurement Specialist

3 weeks ago

Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership Full time

Position Overview

Are you seeking a fulfilling role in Procurement that inspires you, offers opportunities for professional growth, and allows you to contribute positively to the healthcare sector? The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP) is dedicated to providing a career path that aligns with your aspirations.

As a prominent entity, NWSSP Procurement Services plays a crucial role in delivering essential goods and services to NHS Wales. Our mission is to be a reliable advisor and a vital partner for our clients on all procurement matters. We strive to be an organization that is viewed positively by both our employees and collaborators, guided by a clear set of values that shape our operations. We take pride in being recognized as an award-winning employer, consistently acknowledged for our contributions to NHS Wales in the procurement domain.

We are devoted to nurturing our workforce, providing annual support for staff progression through CIPS qualifications. Our objective is to cultivate a fully skilled and dedicated professional team that effectively supports NHS Wales throughout the Procure to Pay process.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will serve as a liaison between NWSSP Local Procurement and our clients, assisting in representing the procurement function at various organizational levels. This role involves communicating the status and priorities of category work plans across Health Boards and Trusts, necessitating collaboration with user departments and NWSSP at all levels to integrate procurement considerations into partner organizations' business strategies at the earliest stage.

The individual will support the Category Manager in delivering a professional procurement service to the Health Board/Trust, contributing to the development and realization of the NWSSP Business plan. Additionally, the role includes assisting the Category Manager with procurement-related issues and key projects.

Proficiency in the Welsh language is preferred for this position; applications are welcome from both Welsh and English speakers.

About Our Organization

We uphold high standards and expect all team members to embody our values of Listening & Learning, Collaboration, Accountability & Innovation, ensuring that trust, integrity, and empathy are integral to our actions. We are adaptable, agile, and flexible, taking pride in being a learning organization where mistakes are viewed as opportunities for growth and improvement. Innovation is embedded in our practices. We regularly acknowledge our staff through initiatives like the Appreciation Station, which encourages peer recognition of exemplary conduct, alongside an Annual Staff Recognition Award ceremony aligned with our values. We respect and value our workforce, striving for a culture of compassion and inclusivity. As a bilingual organization, we have a team of Change Champions advocating for 'This is Our NWSSP,' our principal change initiative. Additionally, PROUD is our new staff network that welcomes LGBT+ colleagues and allies to engage in a safe environment for discussions, event planning, and building supportive networks. Our comprehensive benefits package caters to diverse needs, promoting health, engagement, and well-being, including an Employee Assistance Programme. We have over 30 Mental Health First Aiders and collaborate with local and national organizations to ensure the well-being and resilience of our workforce.

Job Responsibilities

A complete Job description and Person Specification can be found in the supporting documents or by accessing the application portal.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential Qualifications

  • CIPS Level 4 (Diploma) or equivalent knowledge

Desirable Qualifications

  • Familiarity with performance and process enhancement, best practice principles, and benchmarking

Experience Requirements

Essential Experience

  • Proven experience in managing multiple projects concurrently, with the ability to effectively plan, meet tight deadlines, and balance complex stakeholder requirements.

Desirable Experience

  • Knowledge of quality standards and experience working with ISO policies and procedures.

Required Abilities

Essential Abilities

  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft products

Desirable Abilities

  • Capability to analyze and interpret complex data sets

Essential Skills

  • Exceptional interpersonal skills
  • Proven ability to utilize Microsoft products effectively

Desirable Skills

  • Ability to collaborate positively as part of a team
  • Competence in analyzing and interpreting complex data sets

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