Job requirements
Essential
6 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Values
Ability to work positively as part of a team
- Experience
Ability to work to deadlines
- Qualifications
1 A level or NVQ3 as a minimum
- Aptitude and Abilities
Ability to use a range of IT software packages (MS Office)
- Aptitude and Abilities
Excellent interpersonal skills
- Aptitude and Abilities
Ability to work to deadlines
Desirable
4 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Values
Welsh speaker
- Experience
Knowledge of purchasing principles and contract law
- Qualifications
Previous experience in an office environment
- Aptitude and Abilities
Ability to analyse and interpret complex data sets
Job overview
If you’re looking for a career in Procurement that keeps you motivated, offers potential for personal development and puts you in a position to make a positive difference to the NHS in Wales, then NWSSP Procurement Services has a career that will interest you.
NWSSP Procurement Services is an established employer that supports the delivery of goods and services to NHS Wales. We aim to be a “trusted advisor” and indispensable partner for our customers on all procurement issues. We aim to be an organisation that is thought of positively by people who work both for us and with us, whilst adhering to a clear set of values that underpin everything we do. We are an award winning employer, regularly being recognised both locally and nationally for the work that we do for NHS Wales in the world of procurement.
We are committed to the development of our staff and each year we are able to support the progression of our staff through the levels of CIPS qualifications - our goal is to have a fully skilled, dedicated professional workforce that supports NHS Wales in all areas of the Procure to Pay process.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will have experience working in a busy office environment with an understanding of basic purchasing principles, will provide an efficient and professional customer service, which delivers on-going cost efficiencies/benefits in line with the Procurement teams' objectives.
A member of the Team, who will be required to adopt a flexible approach to any activities undertaken, which will require the exercise of initiative, although operating within procedural guidelines. Liaison with staff at all levels within the stakeholder organisations, other NHS staff and external suppliers.
Skills required for the role include attention to detail, working to deadlines (time management skills) and the understanding and use of multiple operating systems (IT literacy important).
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Applicant requirements
Welsh language skills are desirable
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This advert is for Buyer with NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership in Cwmbran, United Kingdom. It is listed as a Band 3 Procurement officer role. The advertised salary is £26,813 - £27,890 per annum. The contract type is Fixed term: 5 months (until the end of the current financial year 31/03/2027). The application deadline is 06 Oct 2026.
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