About this role
Job summary
**This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the 'ECT Family' this includes current East Cheshire NHS Trust employees, both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups.**
*Subject to job matching*
We are advertising for an Assistant Buyer to join the Procurement Department at East Cheshire NHS Trust, providing a customer-focused tactical buying service including raising purchase orders, resolving invoice queries, and sourcing goods and services through the Trust's eProcurement system in line with standard operating procedures.
The postholder will support the Procurement team with day-to-day procurement expertise, act as an ambassador for the department, influence end-user product choices, and ensure all queries and complaints are handled professionally and positively.
Hours per week: 37.5
We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.
Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role's eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
Main duties of the job
To provide a customer focused end tactical buying service including raising requisitions into purchase orders, resolving invoice queries, and sourcing Trust requirements via the eProcurement System following the department's standard operating procedures.
Providing day-to-day SBS Procurement knowledge across the client base and administrative support to the Procurement team.
Acting as an ambassador for the department, support the senior team to influence end-user's choice of products and make sure all queries and complaints are dealt with in a professional and positive way.
About us
We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.
We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Educated to GSCE level in Maths and English
Desirable
Knowledge of procurement department procedures for catalogue management-gained through on the job training. CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) Level 2 Certificate
Knowledge & Skills Essential
Ability to work on own initiative and effectively as part of a team Strong organisational skills. Professional & approachable.
Desirable
Experience of negotiating with suppliers and customers in a large organisation and a track record of achieving significant cost reductions. Experience of obtaining competitive quotations Knowledge of procurement department procedures for catalogue management is gained through on the job training. Specialist day to day procurement knowledge
Experience Essential
Ability to communicate in written and oral English. Ability to operate a personal computer with knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software. Ability to understand and work with financial, administrative and personnel processes and practices. Good Communication: written & oral at all levels. Interpersonal, able to work as part of a large team. Able to use initiative and work independently. Well organised, able to prioritise workload
Desirable
Competent with Word, Excel and electronic cataloguing and procurement systems to an intermediate level Be able to identify trends from statistics in order to plan future areas of expenditure which could generate savings opportunities.
Specific Job Requirement Essential
Able to interpret reports and statements Good numeracy skills and able to carry out basic calculations Experience of working in a NHS Administration role
Desirable
Experience of working in a public sector procurement team
Other Role Requirements Essential
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further role requirements.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name East Cheshire NHS Trust
Address Macclesfield District
General Hospital
Victoria Road, Macclesfield
SK10 3BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)