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“Top Tips – Be Yourself”
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Watch here . Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English. Job overview
NWSSP is responsible for the full Procure to pay process for all Health Boards, Trusts, and Special Health Authorities in Wales. A vacancy has arisen for a Category Manager within the Medicines Sourcing team. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your procurement career in a dynamic, challenging, and high-profile environment. Candidates must be able to demonstrate the application of commercial skills, negotiation, and relationship management of internal and external stakeholders. To be successful in this post, the candidate will have a continuous improvement mindset; need to be flexible and responsive to changes in priorities; possess a resilient personality; demonstrate a track record in delivering creative and innovative service improvement solutions; manage a heavy workload at pace; and ensure policies and procedures are adhered to, ensuring strategic and operational targets are delivered. Although preferred, it is not essential to have experience in this category, as this learning can be provided as part of 'on the job' training, and procurement/commercial skills are transferable. The organisation recognises the challenges of recruiting high calibre candidates and has a number of bases across Wales. While the preferred base would be Newport, hybrid working is a benefit of this role, ideally with the successful candidate being office based/home based 2/3 days per week. Main duties of the job
Support the team's understanding of the strategic direction of all NHS Wales organisations and the alignment with the NWSSP strategic objectives as part of the Integrated Medium-Term Plan (IMTP). Support the leadership of the Deputy Head of National Sourcing in the delivery of a National Sourcing category strategy for Pharmacy. Work with the team to develop and deliver a comprehensive and maintained sourcing plan, focused on delivering prioritised customer needs and cash-releasing savings from non-pay budgets. Apply commercial acumen and utilise skills to deliver in a complex changing environment throughout NHS Wales. Apply innovative and strategic thinking to continuous service improvement initiatives and be prepared to challenge historical practice when appropriate, ensuring best practice is adopted which improves the efficiency and effectiveness of the Pharmacy National Sourcing Team. Ensure the operational management and performance monitoring of the whole Procurement team in line with departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Support the Deputy Head in responding to FOI and Audit and Assurance queries. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. Working for our organisation
We have high standards and expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening & Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility & Innovating, whilst ensuring trust, honesty and compassion are implicit in everything that we do. We are adaptable, agile and flexible and pride ourselves on being a learning organisation - one where it is safe to make mistakes, where blame is replaced by opportunity, learning and improvement. Innovation is built into everything that we do. We recognise our people regularly and have an Appreciation Station to encourage staff to applaud exemplary behaviour in one another, alongside an Annual Staff Recognition Award ceremony aligned to our values. We respect and value our people and strive for a culture of compassion and inclusivity. We are a bilingual organisation, and we have a team of Change Champions who advocate ‘This is Our NWSSP’ our principal change programme. Similarly, PROUD is our new staff network welcoming LGBT+ colleagues and allies to come together in a safe space for discussions, event planning and the opportunity to build supportive networks. We have a comprehensive benefits package where there is something for everyone, supporting health, engagement and wellbeing, including an Employee Assistance Programme. We have over 30 Mental Health First Aiders and work in partnership with local and national organisations to ensure the well-being and resilience of our people. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac. Person specification
Qualifications
CIPS Level 5 or equivalent experience Experience
Proven experience of delivering complex procurement projects Experience of managing multiple projects simultaneously Experience of dealing with contract legislation, compliance and probity issues Delivering savings Experience of people/staff supervision Experience of managing risk Experience of category management Experience of engaging with and managing a wide range of stakeholders in a professional manner Awareness of quality standards and ISO policies and procedures Experience of business planning Skills
Communicate complex information Influencing and negotiation skills The ability to engage with and manage a wide range of stakeholders in a professional manner Ability to understand a range of complex category product knowledge Other
Welsh speaker We are committed to flexible working and equal opportunities. If you are shortlisted for an interview, you will be contacted by email using the email address with which you registered. Please ensure that you check your email account regularly. Prior consideration for this vacancy will be given to staff awaiting redeployment. We therefore reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any stage. When applying for this post, it is essential that you read the Job Description and Person Specification (where available) and demonstrate how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements of the person specification. Only candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted. To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a
Health and Care visa
or
Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK/RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting
Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge. Employer certification / accreditation badges
Name: Tracey Prothero Job title: Deputy Head of National Sourcing Email address:
tracey.prothero@wales.nhs.uk Additional information:
jennifer.tresilian@wales.nhs.uk
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“Benefits”
video has been created to highlight and showcase some of the benefits of working for the NHS and NWSSP:
Watch here . The
“Top Tips – Be Yourself”
video has been designed to support candidates applying for roles with NWSSP. We have outlined 8 key steps to help candidates articulate their capabilities and experience when completing applications with NWSSP:
Watch here . Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English. Job overview
NWSSP is responsible for the full Procure to pay process for all Health Boards, Trusts, and Special Health Authorities in Wales. A vacancy has arisen for a Category Manager within the Medicines Sourcing team. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your procurement career in a dynamic, challenging, and high-profile environment. Candidates must be able to demonstrate the application of commercial skills, negotiation, and relationship management of internal and external stakeholders. To be successful in this post, the candidate will have a continuous improvement mindset; need to be flexible and responsive to changes in priorities; possess a resilient personality; demonstrate a track record in delivering creative and innovative service improvement solutions; manage a heavy workload at pace; and ensure policies and procedures are adhered to, ensuring strategic and operational targets are delivered. Although preferred, it is not essential to have experience in this category, as this learning can be provided as part of 'on the job' training, and procurement/commercial skills are transferable. The organisation recognises the challenges of recruiting high calibre candidates and has a number of bases across Wales. While the preferred base would be Newport, hybrid working is a benefit of this role, ideally with the successful candidate being office based/home based 2/3 days per week. Main duties of the job
Support the team's understanding of the strategic direction of all NHS Wales organisations and the alignment with the NWSSP strategic objectives as part of the Integrated Medium-Term Plan (IMTP). Support the leadership of the Deputy Head of National Sourcing in the delivery of a National Sourcing category strategy for Pharmacy. Work with the team to develop and deliver a comprehensive and maintained sourcing plan, focused on delivering prioritised customer needs and cash-releasing savings from non-pay budgets. Apply commercial acumen and utilise skills to deliver in a complex changing environment throughout NHS Wales. Apply innovative and strategic thinking to continuous service improvement initiatives and be prepared to challenge historical practice when appropriate, ensuring best practice is adopted which improves the efficiency and effectiveness of the Pharmacy National Sourcing Team. Ensure the operational management and performance monitoring of the whole Procurement team in line with departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Support the Deputy Head in responding to FOI and Audit and Assurance queries. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. Working for our organisation
We have high standards and expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening & Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility & Innovating, whilst ensuring trust, honesty and compassion are implicit in everything that we do. We are adaptable, agile and flexible and pride ourselves on being a learning organisation - one where it is safe to make mistakes, where blame is replaced by opportunity, learning and improvement. Innovation is built into everything that we do. We recognise our people regularly and have an Appreciation Station to encourage staff to applaud exemplary behaviour in one another, alongside an Annual Staff Recognition Award ceremony aligned to our values. We respect and value our people and strive for a culture of compassion and inclusivity. We are a bilingual organisation, and we have a team of Change Champions who advocate ‘This is Our NWSSP’ our principal change programme. Similarly, PROUD is our new staff network welcoming LGBT+ colleagues and allies to come together in a safe space for discussions, event planning and the opportunity to build supportive networks. We have a comprehensive benefits package where there is something for everyone, supporting health, engagement and wellbeing, including an Employee Assistance Programme. We have over 30 Mental Health First Aiders and work in partnership with local and national organisations to ensure the well-being and resilience of our people. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac. Person specification
Qualifications
CIPS Level 5 or equivalent experience Experience
Proven experience of delivering complex procurement projects Experience of managing multiple projects simultaneously Experience of dealing with contract legislation, compliance and probity issues Delivering savings Experience of people/staff supervision Experience of managing risk Experience of category management Experience of engaging with and managing a wide range of stakeholders in a professional manner Awareness of quality standards and ISO policies and procedures Experience of business planning Skills
Communicate complex information Influencing and negotiation skills The ability to engage with and manage a wide range of stakeholders in a professional manner Ability to understand a range of complex category product knowledge Other
Welsh speaker We are committed to flexible working and equal opportunities. If you are shortlisted for an interview, you will be contacted by email using the email address with which you registered. Please ensure that you check your email account regularly. Prior consideration for this vacancy will be given to staff awaiting redeployment. We therefore reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any stage. When applying for this post, it is essential that you read the Job Description and Person Specification (where available) and demonstrate how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements of the person specification. Only candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted. To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a
Health and Care visa
or
Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK/RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting
Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge. Employer certification / accreditation badges
Name: Tracey Prothero Job title: Deputy Head of National Sourcing Email address:
tracey.prothero@wales.nhs.uk Additional information:
jennifer.tresilian@wales.nhs.uk
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