Job Introduction
2gether Support Solutions is a Facilities and Estates services company providing support to healthcare professionals caring for over 2000 patients daily across multiple East Kent hospital sites. 2gether provides vital services including maintenance, cleaning, catering, procurement, logistics and much more.
We have an excellent new opportunity for a Buyer (Estates and Facilities) to join our growing Procurement Department at the William Harvey Hospital. This is a full time (Monday - Friday), fixed term position (up to 6 months). Buyers are responsible for raising orders and contracts for goods and services for their customers. They will support a category of spend (Estates and Facilities) on behalf of 2gether Support Solutions to East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust through the procurement role.
This role will have you come in as part of a close-knit team working collaboratively with other colleagues within the Procurement department and other various stakeholders across the business.
Main Duties
- Supporting the Procurement Services Category Management Team (CMT) in the delivery of the category work plan.
- Be responsible for all transactional procurement processes by providing quotations, tender and contracting management services and also manage routine operational and administrative tasks provided by the Purchasing Assistants.
- Working closely with other colleagues within the Procurement department helping to ensure best practice, value for money, risk minimisation and crucially support the identification of opportunities securing the organisations financial position.
- Support the organising of regular meetings with key stakeholders to improve communication and co-ordination of procurement activities with management information as required.
- To monitor contract compliance across the organisations, analysing data and identifying priority areas for cost savings and process improvements.
- Evaluate quotes, lower value tenders and product switching opportunities, and be able to identify best value options for the Organisation.
What We're Looking For
- Contracting/procurement management/materials management experience with a willingness to work towards specialised contract/project/change management knowledge through training and development opportunities.
- Strong negotiation and project management skills or willing to study towards developing these.
- Strong business acumen and the ability to influence.
- Knowledge of e-procurement systems, preferably within a healthcare environment is desirable.
- Competent use/knowledge of MS Office Suite.
- Specialist knowledge of EU Procurement Directives and all statutory regulations related to Procurement and Contracting is advantageous
Why work with us?
- Generous annual leave allowance plus the opportunity to buy or sell leave
- Company Pension
- Onsite childcare facilities
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Employee Assistant Programme with Health Assured
We offer discounts and savings that make a difference to you including:
- Discounted travel, accommodation, airport parking, holidays, skiing and travel extras
- Subsidised bus pass
- Health and beauty, gifts, toys, fashion and entertainment
- Training and development opportunities including BICS and functional skills training
Social values are at the core of 2gether Support Solutions. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that truly represents our local communities. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. As a Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage and support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and beyond, ensuring equal opportunities for all.
