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Procurement Officer

Profectus Recruitment
Posted 9 hours ago, valid for 8 days
Location

Reading, Berkshire RG7 5AW, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Profectus Recruitment is seeking a Procurement Officer for a leading organization in the healthcare sector.
  • The ideal candidate should have over 3 years of experience in a similar role within Healthcare or the NHS.
  • This position involves supporting procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with regulations.
  • The salary for this role is competitive and will be disclosed upon application.
  • Candidates are encouraged to apply with their latest CV for prompt consideration.
Procurement Officer (Healthcare Sector)Profectus Recruitment is proud to partner with a leading organisation in the healthcare services industry to find a driven and detail-oriented Procurement Officer to join their team. Ideally you will have 3 years+ working within Healthcare or the NHS in a similar positionAs a Procurement Officer, you will be a critical part of the Procurement Function, supporting the implementation of procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and driving operational excellence. This is a hands-on role that combines operational procurement and purchasing tasks, ensuring compliance with regulations while delivering value and efficiencies across multiple systems.Key Responsibilities:Procurement and Purchasing
  • Support the development and execution of procurement strategies aligned with business goals.
  • Conduct market analysis to identify suppliers and negotiate competitive contracts.
  • Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure collaboration and performance improvements.
  • Mitigate supply chain risks and disruptions proactively.
  • Manage purchase orders across multiple systems, becoming a superuser in different platforms.
Contract Management
  • Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating supplier contracts to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
  • Monitor supplier performance and address any issues promptly.
  • Support the effective management of contract renewals and amendments.
Operational Excellence
  • Contribute to the maintenance and enhancement of procurement processes and procedures.
  • Leverage procurement tools and systems to improve operational efficiency.
  • Analyse procurement data to identify trends and generate cost-saving opportunities.
Collaboration & Guidance
  • Partner with internal stakeholders across operations, finance, and legal to achieve successful procurement outcomes.
  • Provide procurement support and guidance to internal teams and external partners.
聽聽The ideal candidate will possess the following:Essential Qualifications & Skills
  • GCSEs / A-Levels (or equivalent).
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
  • Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
Desirable Qualifications & Skills
  • Logistics, Supply Chain, or Procurement qualifications.
  • CIPS Level 3/4 or equivalent procurement certification.
  • Knowledge of NHS and public procurement regulations and guidelines.
Salary is competitive and is released on application.If interested please apply with your latest CV for an immediate response.

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