Procurement Officer

3 weeks ago

Liverpool, United Kingdom Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

To take responsibility for higher-value tenders and contracts for goods and services, achieving the most economically advantageous outcomes for the Trust.

To develop category strategies to meet the procurement needs of the Trust as a whole. To operate effective information systems to ensure accessibility of data that adds value to decision making.

To achieve savings targets in line with the Trusts formal Savings Plan. To provide procurement advice and support to Divisional managers to ensure effective service provision and compliance with Trust policies.

Main duties of the job

To provide Procurement support for a designated work stream(s) and allocated projects under the direction of the Senior Procurement Manager, delivering against agreed timescales and outcomes for a specified Division across all or some of the Trust's within the scope of the Procurement Team.

To assess the financial implications of Contract awards to Trust budget holders including reporting formally on the implications of supplier and product changes.

To provide professional advice to users in respect of the procurement process, including UK regulations and the specification and evaluation of equipment.

Responsible for ensuring value for money, development of auditable evaluation methodologies and achieving clinical sign off in respect of all procurement decisions.

To identify Project lead times including risks and mitigation strategies, taking account of whole life cycle costing issues and make recommendations to the Trust accordingly clearly identifying any cost implications.

Work with Care Group Managers; providing informed advice on the appropriateness of procurement strategies including advice on alternatives.

Liaise with stakeholders and other project representatives to determine precise requirements in terms of specification and other clinical or user based requirements and advise accordingly.

To lead on commercial negotiations with suppliers in accordance with the project timetable.

About us

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was created on 1 October 2019 following the merger of two adult acute Trusts, Aintree University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust.

The merger provides an opportunity to reconfigure services in a way that provides the best healthcare services to the city and improves the quality of care and health outcomes that patients experience.

The Trust runs Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, Liverpool University Dental Hospital and the Royal Liverpool University Hospital.

It serves a core population of around 630,000 people across Merseyside as well as providing a range of highly specialist services to a catchment area of more than two million people in the North West region and beyond.

To hear more about our achievements click here

Follow us on Social Media:

Facebook - Liverpool University Hospitals Careers

Instagram - @LUHFTcareers

Twitter - @LUHFTcareers

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide Procurement support for a designated work stream(s) and allocated projects under the direction of the Senior Procurement Manager, delivering against agreed timescales and outcomes for a specified Division across all or some of the Trusts within the scope of the Procurement Team.

Ensuring all non-pay spend is governed by and subject to proficient procurement.

To assess the financial implications of Contract awards to Trust budget holders including reporting formally on the implications of supplier and product changes.

To provide professional advice to users in respect of the procurement process, including UK regulations and the specification and evaluation of equipment.

Responsible for ensuring value for money, development of auditable evaluation methodologies and achieving clinical sign off in respect of all procurement decisions.

Support the Procurement Managers leading and/or supporting collaborative procurement programmes.

Undertake proactive contract management for your portfolio.

Determine most advantageous purchasing route for the Trust to follow providing information on UK purchasing legislation and the Trusts SFIs.

To support procurement advice for allocated projects, advising on the optimum procurement option for each project as defined by the Associate Director of Procurement

To identify Project lead times including risks and mitigation strategies, taking account of whole life cycle costing issues and make recommendations to the Trust accordingly clearly identifying any cost implications.

To support the wider procurement team to provide a service in respect of allocated projects defined including project plan and monitoring, supporting procurement of high value contracts, ensuring value for money, the development of auditable evaluation methodologies and achieving clinical sign off in respect of all procurement decisions.

Work with Care Group Managers; providing informed advice on the appropriateness of procurement strategies including advice on alternatives.

Liaise with stakeholders and other project representatives to determine precise requirements in terms of specification and other clinical or user based requirements and advise accordingly.

To lead on commercial negotiations with suppliers in accordance with the project timetable.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Educated to Degree Level or equivalent General standard of education A Levels/ Diploma/ equivalent GCSE Level of Education (or equivalent) including Maths and English Evidence of Continuous Personal Development (CPD/PDP) Working in a demanding environment to strict deadlines, prioritising workload

Desirable

Relevant first degree or equivalent experience or Relevant Diploma, other higher degree or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

Experience of undertaking tendering and contracting activity, including experience of Public Procurement Regulations Experience of working within NHS

Desirable

Active knowledge of capital procurement Experience of leading and managing teams Previous experience relevant to the role

Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge of Data Protection and understanding of confidentiality requirements Knowledge and experience of SFI's & SO's in public sector organisations Experience of constructing contract documents Knowledge of basic EU Procurement Regulations

Desirable

Evidence of Project Management Skills

Skills

Essential

Active knowledge of Genesis Inventory Management Knowledge of catalogue management Knowledge of NHS Supply Chain (eDC) Sound understanding of Supply Chain Management Commercial knowledge Understanding of e -commerce systems Ability to understand operational NHS landscape, wider NHS agenda and procurement contribution Negotiation and financial adjudication of high value contracts Evaluation and management of clinical and non - clinical goods, equipment, materials and services selection process Pro -active contract management and experience including ability to produce tenders, mini -competitions and quotations in accordance with local SFI's Computer literate with good knowledge of basic computer packages Outlook, Excel, Word, Access appropriate to role Ability to provide accurate minutes of meetings Ability to create reports, analyse and interpret data Ability in providing statistical analysis Ability to recognise importance, confidentiality and sensitivity of issues and act with utmost discretion Ability to use initiative, judgement to critically analyse and resolve problems, seeking advice/assistance where necessary Excellent organisation and administrative skills with a systematic approach to workload, prioritising duties as necessary Developed analytical, judgemental and problem solving skills Ability to make decisions independently on day to day operational issues Excellent report writing skills Able to motivate others/set high standards Good analytical and numerical skills Able to act as a representative of the department/trust and promote positive image/customer focused Ability to remain calm and focused in the work environment Clear communicator with excellent writing, data entry and presentation skills. Capable of constructing and delivering clear information/instructions to staff and service users Ability to work on own initiative and without direct supervision Flexible approach to work/adaptable

Desirable

Active knowledge of Oracle iProcurement

Other

Essential

Professional manner, acts with integrity Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to be assertive using tact and diplomacy A commitment to working flexibly to meet the needs of the department Ability and willingness to undertake any training as required by the Trust Willingness to meet the performance criteria in the job description and undertake personal and professional development

  • Procurement Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Liverpool, United Kingdom Michael Page Procurement & Supply Chain Full time

    Procurement Manager - This is a fantastic opportunity to lead end-to-end procurement for an iconic organisation. You will report directly into the board, and you will support management across the organisation. You will also manage a small team, and lead of all procurement matters. The successful candidate will have a knack for improving the organisations...

  • Procurement Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Liverpool, United Kingdom Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust has an exciting opportunity within the Procurement Team based at the Liverpool Women's Hospital, Crown Street, Liverpool, L8 7SS We are looking for a pro-active procurement professional to join our team as a Procurement Officer. As a Procurement Officer the post holder will work as part of a dynamic team, assisting...

  • Procurement Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Liverpool, United Kingdom Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine Full time

    **Procurement Officer** **Permanent, Full-Time (35 hours per week)** **£38,205 - £44,263** **Liverpool, Hybrid working (2 days per week based on-site)** *** **Who are we**: Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) is a globally recognised centre of excellence dedicated to research, education, and the treatment of tropical diseases. Celebrating our...

  • Procurement Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Liverpool, United Kingdom Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine Full time

    **Reference**: **MAR20243125** - Expiry date: - 11:00, Wed, 8th May 2024- Location: - Liverpool- Salary: - £38,205.00 - £44,263.00 Per Annum- Benefits: - 30 Days holiday + Bank Holiday and additional Christmas closure days**Procurement Officer** **Permanent, Full-Time (35 hours per week)** **£38,205 - £44,263** **Liverpool, Hybrid working (2 days per...

  • Procurement Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Liverpool, United Kingdom Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine Full time

    **Reference**: **MAR20243125** - Expiry date: - 11:00, Wed, 8th May 2024- Location: - Liverpool- Salary: - £38,205.00 - £44,263.00 Per Annum- Benefits: - 30 Days holiday + Bank Holiday and additional Christmas closure days**Procurement Officer** **Permanent, Full-Time (35 hours per week)** **£38,205 - £44,263** **Liverpool, Hybrid working (2 days per...

  • Procurement Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Liverpool, United Kingdom Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine Full time

    **Reference**: **MAR20243125** - Expiry date: - 11:00, Mon, 1st Apr 2024- Location: - Liverpool- Salary: - £38,205.00 - £44,263.00 Per Annum- Benefits: - 30 Days holiday + Bank Holiday and additional Christmas closure days**Procurement Officer** **Permanent, Full-Time (35 hours per week)** **£38,205 - £44,263** **Liverpool, Hybrid working (2 days per...

  • Procurement Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Liverpool, United Kingdom Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine Full time

    **Reference**: **MAR20243125** - Expiry date: - 11:00, Wed, 8th May 2024- Location: - Liverpool- Salary: - £38,205.00 - £44,263.00 Per Annum- Benefits: - 30 Days holiday + Bank Holiday and additional Christmas closure days**Procurement Officer** **Permanent, Full-Time (35 hours per week)** **£38,205 - £44,263** **Liverpool, Hybrid working (2 days per...

  • Procurement Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine Full time

    Reporting to the Head of Procurement, you will ensure all objectives in the LSTM group finance strategy are met or exceeded. You will be a proactive member of a team that provides a quality procurement service to ensure value for money for LSTM and its subsidiaries.In this role, you will line manage an Assistant Procurement Officer and it will be your role...

  • Procurement Officer

    3 weeks ago

    Liverpool, United Kingdom Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Responsible for ensuring value for money, development of auditable evaluation methodologies and achieving clinical sign off in respect of all procurement decisions. Support the Procurement Managers leading and/or supporting collaborative procurement programmes. Undertake proactive contract management for your portfolio. Determine most advantageous purchasing...

  • Procurement Officer

    3 weeks ago

    Liverpool, United Kingdom Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    To take responsibility for higher-value tenders and contracts for goods and services, achieving the most economically advantageous outcomes for the Trust. To develop category strategies to meet the procurement needs of the Trust as a whole. To operate effective information systems to ensure accessibility of data that adds value to decision making. To...

  • Assistant Procurement Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine Full time

    Reporting to the Procurement Officer, you will provide a high level of administrative procurement support that will ensure all objectives in the LSTM group finance strategy are met or exceeded. You will be a proactive member of a team that provides a quality procurement service to ensure value for money for LSTM and its subsidiaries. To ensure compliance...

  • Procurement Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    To take responsibility for higher-value tenders and contracts for goods and services, achieving the most economically advantageous outcomes for the Trust.To develop category strategies to meet the procurement needs of the Trust as a whole. To operate effective information systems to ensure accessibility of data that adds value to decision making.To achieve...

  • Procurement Officer

    4 days ago

    Liverpool, United Kingdom Zenith Eco Solutions Full time

    **DUTIES**: - Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimize supply chain efficiency - Source and evaluate potential suppliers and negotiate contracts and pricing terms - Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement needs and requirements - Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, including contracts, purchase...

  • Senior Procurement Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Liverpool, United Kingdom Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We are recruiting a Senior Procurement Officer to join our newly formed strategic procurement team. The post holder will work as part of a dynamic team, assisting the Senior Procurement Manager in delivering effective Procurement services across the Trust, ensuring best possible value for money is achieved across the procurement of goods & services across...

  • Procurement Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary To take responsibility for higher-value tenders and contracts for goods and services, achieving the most economically advantageous outcomes for the Trust. To develop category strategies to meet the procurement needs of the Trust as a whole. To operate effective information systems to ensure accessibility of data that adds value to decision...

  • Procurement Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom Airtec Filtration Ltd Full time

    Airtec Filtration Ltd are seeking someone with purchasing and stores experience within an engineering company to work across the two teams of Procurement and Stores. This is an exciting opportunity with a wide scope, which we hope the candidate will make their own and bring their own skills and knowledge. We see this as an entry position, allowing the...

  • Senior Procurement Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We are recruiting a Senior Procurement Officer to join our newly formed strategic procurement team.The post holder will work as part of a dynamic team, assisting the Senior Procurement Manager in delivering effective Procurement services across the Trust, ensuring best possible value for money is achieved across the procurement of goods & services across the...

  • Senior Procurement Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary ***PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY*** We are recruiting a Senior Procurement Officer to join our newly formed strategic procurement team. The post holder will work as part of a dynamic team, assisting the Senior Procurement Manager in delivering effective Procurement services across the Trust, ensuring best possible value for money is...

  • Senior Procurement Officer

    3 weeks ago

    Liverpool, United Kingdom Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary ***PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY*** We are recruiting a Senior Procurement Officer to join our newly formed strategic procurement team. The post holder will work as part of a dynamic team, assisting the Senior Procurement Manager in delivering effective Procurement services across the Trust, ensuring best possible value for money...

  • Procurement Officer

    2 months ago

    Liverpool, United Kingdom Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    **The post holder will**: Support the Senior Procurement team to ensure that the portfolio of tasks/projects is planned, managed, and delivered effectively. Support the Divisions in ensuring that all Commercial activities are conducted in a professional manner following appropriate legislative, policy and process guidelines. Support teams to ensure that the...