Procurement Specialist/Senior Procurement Specialist
The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
We are seeking suitable candidates to join our Procurement & Supply Chain function. These four roles provide a supportive and professional procurement service to the Clinical Boards and Corporate Departments across the Trust, supporting the delivery of the best patient care. The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust spends over £750 million annually on goods, works, and services with third-party suppliers. Our Procurement & Supply Chain teams manage a diverse work programme, ensuring compliant, timely, and effective delivery of procurement activities valued at £12,500 and above. Whether you are looking to start your procurement career, looking for a career change, or seeking your next challenge as a procurement professional, a career in NHS procurement might be for you if you find the following questions exciting and appealing: Are you looking for a career where you will be supported in your professional development? Are you looking for an opportunity to get involved in a huge variety of projects, from corporate procurement all the way through to cutting edge IT, Robotics and Estates projects? Do you want a career that supports the NHS to deliver outstanding care to our patients? Is career progression important to you? Do you have strong interpersonal and analytical skills? Can you use your communication skills to influence and manage a variety of stakeholders? NO AGENCIES PLEASE Main duties of the job
These roles have been specifically created as progression or career grades, enabling the Trust to develop our in-house talent by supporting the successful candidates through their professional development and CIPS qualifications. Individual work programmes and development plans will be based on experience; initially, post holders will work on lower-risk contracts, flexibly supporting the wider work Programme across various categories and assisting the Procurement Managers on larger, more complex projects. The successful candidates must possess excellent communication, IT, and writing skills, along with either working knowledge or an understanding of relevant procurement legislation and associated government objectives. Post holders will have a firm understanding of the organisation's values and consistently demonstrate positive behaviours in line with those values. Job responsibilities
Band 5 The post holder will be fully conversant with departmental objectives and always be mindful of the Trust's Standing Orders and Standing Financial Instruction. The post holder will be an integral part of the Procurement Team, upholding our values and further developing the department in line with its strategic goals. The monitoring and development of KPI performance will be an ongoing part of the role. Provide Trust representation supporting service developments in various meetings; communication and clear thinking are essential qualities. Work cross-functionally with other departments of our Procurement Function. The post holder will need to have a thorough understanding of Electronic Procurement and Financial systems. Have a shared responsibility for proactively ensuring that perceived performance problems are clearly identified. The post holder will report directly to a Procurement Manager and will support them in the procurement lifecycle processes. Band 6 The Senior Procurement Specialist is part of the Supplies and Procurement team and is the procurement lead for the successful delivery of projects. The post holder will provide expert advice concerning successful contracting within public procurement regulations. Responsible for the tendering of bespoke contracts for goods, services, and works. As the senior procurement specialist, the post holder will lead the establishment and/or enhancement of robust relationships within the aligned business area. This role has a wide pay band because we will consider appointing at both entry level and experienced professionals: £29,970 - £44,962 (progression rules apply). Person Specification
Meets All Band 5 Criteria
Degree level qualification or equivalent experience in an appropriate field. Evidence of continued professional development including in procurement systems, CIPS, and information management. Knowledge and experience of procurement and its application within the public sector, preferably within the NHS. Working knowledge of electronic procurement systems and reporting tools. Experience of developing and managing relationships within procurement and clinical environments. Meets All Band 6 Criteria
Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) Professional Diploma or equivalent experience in tendering and complex commercial procurement management. Evidence of continued professional development including in public procurement regulations and contract management. Working knowledge of project management and forward planning. 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. The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
We are seeking suitable candidates to join our Procurement & Supply Chain function. These four roles provide a supportive and professional procurement service to the Clinical Boards and Corporate Departments across the Trust, supporting the delivery of the best patient care. The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust spends over £750 million annually on goods, works, and services with third-party suppliers. Our Procurement & Supply Chain teams manage a diverse work programme, ensuring compliant, timely, and effective delivery of procurement activities valued at £12,500 and above. Whether you are looking to start your procurement career, looking for a career change, or seeking your next challenge as a procurement professional, a career in NHS procurement might be for you if you find the following questions exciting and appealing: Are you looking for a career where you will be supported in your professional development? Are you looking for an opportunity to get involved in a huge variety of projects, from corporate procurement all the way through to cutting edge IT, Robotics and Estates projects? Do you want a career that supports the NHS to deliver outstanding care to our patients? Is career progression important to you? Do you have strong interpersonal and analytical skills? Can you use your communication skills to influence and manage a variety of stakeholders? NO AGENCIES PLEASE Main duties of the job
These roles have been specifically created as progression or career grades, enabling the Trust to develop our in-house talent by supporting the successful candidates through their professional development and CIPS qualifications. Individual work programmes and development plans will be based on experience; initially, post holders will work on lower-risk contracts, flexibly supporting the wider work Programme across various categories and assisting the Procurement Managers on larger, more complex projects. The successful candidates must possess excellent communication, IT, and writing skills, along with either working knowledge or an understanding of relevant procurement legislation and associated government objectives. Post holders will have a firm understanding of the organisation's values and consistently demonstrate positive behaviours in line with those values. Job responsibilities
Band 5 The post holder will be fully conversant with departmental objectives and always be mindful of the Trust's Standing Orders and Standing Financial Instruction. The post holder will be an integral part of the Procurement Team, upholding our values and further developing the department in line with its strategic goals. The monitoring and development of KPI performance will be an ongoing part of the role. Provide Trust representation supporting service developments in various meetings; communication and clear thinking are essential qualities. Work cross-functionally with other departments of our Procurement Function. The post holder will need to have a thorough understanding of Electronic Procurement and Financial systems. Have a shared responsibility for proactively ensuring that perceived performance problems are clearly identified. The post holder will report directly to a Procurement Manager and will support them in the procurement lifecycle processes. Band 6 The Senior Procurement Specialist is part of the Supplies and Procurement team and is the procurement lead for the successful delivery of projects. The post holder will provide expert advice concerning successful contracting within public procurement regulations. Responsible for the tendering of bespoke contracts for goods, services, and works. As the senior procurement specialist, the post holder will lead the establishment and/or enhancement of robust relationships within the aligned business area. This role has a wide pay band because we will consider appointing at both entry level and experienced professionals: £29,970 - £44,962 (progression rules apply). Person Specification
Meets All Band 5 Criteria
Degree level qualification or equivalent experience in an appropriate field. Evidence of continued professional development including in procurement systems, CIPS, and information management. Knowledge and experience of procurement and its application within the public sector, preferably within the NHS. Working knowledge of electronic procurement systems and reporting tools. Experience of developing and managing relationships within procurement and clinical environments. Meets All Band 6 Criteria
Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) Professional Diploma or equivalent experience in tendering and complex commercial procurement management. Evidence of continued professional development including in public procurement regulations and contract management. Working knowledge of project management and forward planning. 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. The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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