Purchasing Buyer

Job overview

The Procurement Department is looking for a customer-focused, methodical, enthusiastic buyer with good communication and negotiation skills to join our small friendly team.

This position involves working with all services across the trust to procure goods and services at the best value for money so delivering a trusted and compliant procurement service.

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.  The overriding aim is to guarantee the needs of our wards, services 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.

** Please note this vacancy is only open to candidates that are currently employed by JUCD employers.**

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