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Job Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within our procurement team for a Buyer Team Leader! The post holder will oversee the Buying team and Workflow co-ordinator. The post holder will be expected to perform a range of tasks operating within a team which will call for independent judgement and will be expected to operate within procedural guidelines to ensure public accountability. The post will not receive constant, direct supervision and will require the post holder to exercise initiative in the provision of service to customers with only occasional supervision and guidance. The Buyer Team Leader will co-ordinate and supervise work for a team of purchasing staff, cultivating a team approach and ensure that they make the most effective contribution to the service offered by the Department. Ensure that all staff are appropriately motivated and supported.
Main duties of the job
* To secure for customers the purchase of supplies, which represent best value for money in the context of price and quality, which should be consistent with need as and when required.
* The post holder will be required to adopt a flexible approach towards any supplies activities undertaken.
* To be aware of the markets in the post holders commodity area so as to secure the best value for money in a dynamic supply situation and to provide customers with appropriate advice and guidance.
* Utilise as appropriate; purchasing arrangements/contracts provided by Central Purchasing Organisations including, SCCL, CCS, HTE and SBS CPS as part of the procurement service they provide to the Trust.
* Ensure that all relevant details are included on the requisition for the production of a purchase order.
* Deliver cost-efficient benefits in line with departmental objectives and report these savings weekly.
* Responsible for the implementation of Trust Policies which have relevance to duties and in particular Health and Safety.
* Understand appropriate legislation and guidance in terms of Corporate Governance and Standing Financial Instructions.
* Deal with any questions or queries which result from purchasing activity and respond with appropriate advice and guidance.
* Assist with the production of specifications, information or estimates to ensure provision of procurement services to the Trust.
About Us
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 9000 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites. We strongly believe that the communities we serve should all have access to Five Star Patient Care.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
KEY DUTIES
* To secure for customers the purchase of supplies, which represent best value for money in the context of price and quality, which should be consistent with need as and when required.
* The post holder will be required to adopt a flexible approach towards any supplies activities undertaken.
* To be aware of the markets in the post holders commodity area so as to secure the best value for money in a dynamic supply situation and to provide customers with appropriate advice and guidance.
* Utilise as appropriate; purchasing arrangements/contracts provided by Central Purchasing Organisations including, SCCL, CCS, HTE and SBS CPS as part of the procurement service they provide to the Trust.
* Ensure that all relevant details are included on the requisition for the production of a purchase order.
* Deliver cost-efficient benefits in line with departmental objectives and report these savings weekly.
* Responsible for the implementation of Trust Policies which have relevance to duties and in particular Health and Safety.
* Understand appropriate legislation and guidance in terms of Corporate Governance and Standing Financial Instructions.
* Deal with any questions or queries which result from purchasing activity and respond with appropriate advice and guidance.
* Assist with the production of specifications, information or estimates to ensure provision of procurement services to the Trust.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
* 5 GCSEs (A-C) or equivalent
* NVQ Level 3/CIPS Foundation or equivalent experience
Skills Essential
* Ability to plan and prioritise work
* Ability to adhere to confidentiality
* Good communication skills
* Excellent IT Skills
* Ability to interpret information from external sources
* Ability to switch between tasks
* Problem solving skills, particularly from a systems perspective
* Good time management
* Team player but able to work on own initiative when required
* Good interpersonal skills
* Flexible approach to work
Knowledge Essential
* Knowledge of Electronic Procurement Systems
* Knowledge of Purchase Order and Accounts Payable processes
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Knowsley Community College, Stockbridge Lane, Huyton, L36 3SD
Employer's website
https://www.merseywestlancs.nhs.uk/
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