SKILLS:

· Microsoft Office package knowledge e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel.
· Good telephone manner and professional approach.
· Experienced Administrator with excellent organisational skills.
· Procurement Experience in NHS.
· Integra financials.

1. To process orders and obtain quotations to support Trust requirements, in a timely manner.
2. To work in partnership with service areas to establish user requirements, investigate procurement needs by means of conducting analysis (cost benefit) and to then benchmark and recommend appropriate compliant procurement solutions, highlighting savings opportunities.
3. To make appropriate use of Trust computer applications (e-Systems) to ensure all tasks/duties are carried out with maximum efficiency and effectiveness, including the use of procurement systems to enable the creation of orders, quotations, catalogues, tenders and contracts.
4. To support in managing & maintaining Trust systems and processes appropriately and in partnership with other identified team members, and as allocated by the Procurement Manager.
5. To manage all operational aspects of the Procurement function relating to the Procurement team, ensuring that the Trust complies with Trust Financial Standing Instructions and current UK and European Public Sector Procurement law, to a high standard, whilst providing a responsive quality Procurement service.