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Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
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Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Department:
Procurement

Band 3 pro rata if part-time


Hours: 25.5per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working


You will be skilled in processing requisitions to facilitate seamless receipting and invoice matching and reduce notifications within the Trusts E-Procurement system.

Able to manage and influence internal customer expectations as well as maintaining good supplier relationships.

You will have excellent communication and presentation skills, be results focussed with a track record of savings and benefits delivery.


Interview date: 18th August 2023

  • To provide a robust buying service to all areas of the Trust.
  • To ensure the Trust catalogue system for allocated areas are uptodate and support the Trusts delivery of the Carter matrix for catalogue purchases
  • To review and ensure appropriate quality of details are contained within requisitions to facilitate seamless receipting and invoice matching and reduce notifications within the Trusts E-Procurement system.
  • To expedite purchase orders ensuring that the Trusts delivery requirements are met.
  • To support the Trust in delivering the Carter matrix for purchase orders.
  • To assist on the resolution of purchase order/ delivery/ invoice variances and disputes.
  • To contribute to the delivery of highly effective, compliant and customer focussed supply chain services, which meets the Trusts procurement and materials management requirements, including the Cost Improvement Plan (CIP).


Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients.

The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.

Catalogue Management

  • Responsible ensure that electronic catalogues are updated and maintain for allocated areas of work and that the data is up to date and accurate.
  • Identify areas of spend that can be transferred to electronic catalogues and work with the Senior Buyer to ensure that these are transferred.
  • Identify any pending supplier product changes, or shipping sources and advise relevant Procurement staff accordingly.
Buying Responsibilities

  • Place nonstock requisitions using appropriate computer systems in a timely basis, ensuring they also comply to Trust Policies/Guidelines and SFI's at all times.
  • Ensure that all requisitions are reviewed, and accurate detail (goods services descriptions and pricing) are on them before authorisation.
Financial Responsibility

  • Comply with all statutory regulations, procedures, standing orders and divisional policies generally as directed.
  • Ensure adherence to Trust Policies/Guidelines and SFI's at all times when placing requisitions.
Staff Development

  • Recognise how own tasks align with the procurement plan and strategic goals.
  • Deputise as needed for the Deputy Head of Procurement.
  • Provide cover for colleagues when they are absent.
  • Develop a strong culture of teamwork with all colleagues.
Please refer to the job description for further details.
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