Assistant Buyer - London, United Kingdom - Step Ahead

Step Ahead
Step Ahead
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London, United Kingdom

4 weeks ago

Tom O´Connor

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Description

Job Title:
Assistant Buyer - Start ASAP - Temp to Perm


Salary:
£11.97 Per hour


Hours: 37.5 per week


Base:
Bedford


We have partnered with an NHS who are looking for a new Assistant Buyer to provide clerical and administrative support to the Procurement Department.

This is a great opportunity for somebody to start in the world of Procurement and the NHS.


Why Work For Them?

  • Join a dynamic team within the Strategy and Sustainability Directorate.
  • Contribute to strategic sourcing programs for defined categories.
  • Work in an environment that values compliance, probity, and excellence in patient care.
  • Opportunity to manage different categories of relatively lowvalue spend.

Job Role

The Assistant Buyer role involves:

  • Carrying out strategic sourcing programs for defined categories.
  • Managing Trust procurement portfolios in line with financial instructions and legislation.
  • No direct supervisory responsibility but may assist and support trainees and temporary staff.
  • Procure Goods, Services, and Works in line with Trust's Procurement Strategy.
  • Lead on lowerrisk categories and support higherrisk categories when directed.
  • Research, analyze data, and contribute to innovative category strategies.
  • Participate in focus groups and contribute to overall procurement strategy.
  • Other duties and responsibilities to support the department

What You Can Bring

  • Previous experience in a purchasing or procurement role preferred
  • Good attention to detail
  • Empathetic & approachable
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
  • Strong organisational skills
  • Approachable and adaptable to change and able to prioritise tasks
  • Ability to develop relationships internally and externally
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