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Assistant Buyer inStoke-on-Trent inStoke-on-Trent PUBLISHED FRI 24 JAN 2025

Band 3: £24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum  PERMANENT 
NHS

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust Follow University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

Opportunity to work in a dynamic and vital sector, As an Assistant Buyer, you contribute directly to the healthcare sector, impacting the lives of patients and supporting healthcare professionals.
Broad scope of influence, The role involves managing expenditure across a vast network of NHS organizations, allowing for significant influence and responsibility within the healthcare procurement process.
Career development potential, Working within a large procurement group offers paths for career advancement and professional development in procurement and supply chain management.
Diverse work environment, The position will require collaboration with various NHS trusts and partners, providing exposure to different organizational cultures and operational practices.
Skill development, The role entails a mix of strategic and operational procurement tasks, helping to develop a comprehensive skill set that includes negotiation, financial analysis, and logistics management.
Job stability, Given the role's placement within the NHS, it offers a level of job security and stability that is often appealing to job seekers.
Work-life balance, Depending on the specific demands of the job, public sector roles often promote a healthy work-life balance, with reasonable working hours and potential flexibility.
The University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is seeking a permanent Assistant Buyer for their North Midlands and Black Country Procurement Group. This group is responsible for strategic and operational procurement across multiple NHS organisations, managing a substantial expenditure over £330 million in the local health economy. The role encompasses various procurement functions, including strategic procurement, stock management, and capital procurement, while also maintaining systems services.

The position will be based at The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust, with travel required between several healthcare sites, including County Hospital Stafford, Royal Wolverhampton Trust, Walsall Healthcare Trust, and Royal Stoke University Hospital. This opportunity is ideal for individuals looking to contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of procurement services within a large NHS framework.

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