# Buyer > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/buyer/db1ac3b4-a50f-4742-84f9-b9027ba0eff8 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/buyer/db1ac3b4-a50f-4742-84f9-b9027ba0eff8.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust - **Town:** Dudley - **Region:** Midlands - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Administrative and IT - **Grade:** Band 3 - **Salary:** £25,760 - £27,476 Pro Rata Per Annum - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday) - **Closing date:** 2026-06-22T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-06-08T00:02:01.318Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Birmingham_Black_Country/Dudley/The_Dudley_Group_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Procurement/Procurement-v7995899 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/7995899?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.dudleygroup.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview The successful applicant will work as part of the busy operational purchasing team and will be required to be involved in the day to day purchasing and supply needs of the Trust, ensuring that critical supplies of medical and related goods are purchased in a timely manner and to the rigorous standards of the NHS. This is a crucial role and one which requires the successful candidate to have a determined approach to their work, balancing cost and quality issues with an overriding aim of guaranteeing that the needs of wards and departments are always delivered on time, to maintain patient care. The Procurement Department also takes a leading role in identifying and reporting on cost improvements and the activity of the Buyer is central to this process. ** Previous applicants need not apply** ### Main duties of the job The role includes the purchase of goods and services on behalf of the Trust and at all times endeavour to achieve best value in accordance with the Procurement Department’s agreed procurement procedures and policies and the Trusts Procurement Strategy. In carrying out these tasks a buyer must use a number of computer applications, act on their own initiative, be flexible in approach to their duties and advise all users on the optimum supply route for their requirements. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake. ## Job Details The successful applicant will work as part of the busy operational purchasing team and will be required to be involved in the day to day purchasing and supply needs of the Trust, ensuring that critical supplies of medical and related goods are purchased in a timely manner and to the rigorous standards of the NHS. This is a crucial role and one which requires the successful candidate to have a determined approach to their work, balancing cost and quality issues with an overriding aim of guaranteeing that the needs of wards and departments are always delivered on time, to maintain patient care. The Procurement Department also takes a leading role in identifying and reporting on cost improvements and the activity of the Buyer is central to this process. ** Previous applicants need not apply** ## Job Description The role includes the purchase of goods and services on behalf of the Trust and at all times endeavour to achieve best value in accordance with the Procurement Department’s agreed procurement procedures and policies and the Trusts Procurement Strategy. In carrying out these tasks a buyer must use a number of computer applications, act on their own initiative, be flexible in approach to their duties and advise all users on the optimum supply route for their requirements. ## Responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake. ## Person Specification ### Experience **Essential** - Have experience of working in a busy procurement / supply / finance office **Desirable** - Significant Healthcare purchasing experience - Worked with purchase order systems and be familiar with e-commerce processes - Customer Service experience ### Physical Skills **Essential** - Ability to handle goods / packaging for return **Desirable** - Ability to manoeuvre delivery cages or similar ### Knowledge and Training **Essential** - Be numerate and have a good general level of education - An ability to follow procedures and manuals - Able to fulfil the requirements of the role - Be familiar with spreadsheet and word processing software i.e., Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word or equivalent **Desirable** - Knowledge of the CIPS Professional Code of Ethics - Familiar with Microsoft Access or equivalent ### Qualifications & Education **Essential** - GCSE English C or above or equivalent - GCSE Maths C or above or equivalent **Desirable** - European Computer Driving Licence or equivalent - Possess or be studying for the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) Diploma in Procurement and Supply or relevant NVQ or equivalent business qualification - College educated ### Analytical & Judgement Skills **Essential** - Good verbal and written communication skills, familiar with email/internet - Accuracy in work produced - Possess good negotiation skills and shows an ability to be diplomatic ### Planning & Organisational Skills **Essential** - Aptitude for self-motivation and showing initiative - Flexible approach to work - Ability to work in a team **Desirable** - Likes to work in the NHS, help to improve patient care - Enjoys the challenge of new tasks ### Communication & Relationship Skills **Essential** - Motivated to work in a non-profit making organisation - Good Verbal communication skills and ability to explain things to other members of the team and customers **Desirable** - Interested in the NHS - Shows commitment and looks to extend his/her role/experiences - Ability to be courteous and responsive - Be pro-active in helping others within and outside the department - Neat appearance, punctual and can keep to deadlines ### Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Trust Values **Essential** - Able to provide safe, caring, and effective services - Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility - Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong and their contribution is valued ## Documents - [our vision (png, 101.8kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1862) - [useful links (pdf, 193.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1861) - [culture statement (pdf, 1.7mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1991) - [job description (pdf, 424.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10280376) - [dudley people plan (pdf, 6.7mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2026) - [employee benefits (pdf, 440.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1858) - [our leadership way (pdf, 173.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2413) - [gdpr privacy notice (pdf, 248.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1859) - [person specification (pdf, 496.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10280377) - [flexible working poster (pdf, 1.6mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2911) - [what is a disability? 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